DWC 18-2500

[Fezbollah]

My new drywall gun arrived today. Took the plunge while they are giving batteries away and I can convince myself to get the bare hammer drill next month. Haven't had too many screws to drive yet but I know that I can drive five in before anyone else on site can drive one and get the second screw on the end of a screw bit. Amazing tool!

Why aren't collated screwdrivers more popular? 15 years in construction and I've never even had a go on one. Is it just because I don't work on the big sites?

Anyone else got a 2500? They don't seem to be a big draw on the forum.

 

[Fezbollah]

A bit like this thread!

 

[AJCruise]

The DWC is relatively new to the Festool line, although has been around in Protool livery for quite a while. It's a specialist tool, mainly drywalling, so won't get anywhere near the exposure of the TS saws or Kapex.
I got mine last year, as I had a couple of houses to fit T&G flooring and drywall.
I picked the 2500 model, it's higher torque is better for timber applications.
It is a brilliant piece of kit, and hasn't misfired once. If you're going to use it for drywall, just make sure you keep the autofeed mechanism clean. The build-up of dust can stiffen the action somewhat.
The only criticism I have is when I remove the magazine unit, the bit is pulled out as well, a small PITA, but I can live with it.
Best of luck with it, you won't be disappointed.
Alan

 

[Fezbollah]

Has it done the thing with the long bit and the belt feed attachment since you've had it? Haven't had it happen yet. Cheers for the top on regular cleaning tho. Should give my apprentice something to do before home time!

 

[AJCruise]

The bit does get pulled out quite often. It's a snug fit through the magazine assembly, I imagine to keep it aligned. So when removing the magazine, the shaft binds in the guides and come away together.
Just remember to switch from auto to manual (top switch) before inserting the bit, as the force required to seat the bit properly, activates the drive!
Rotating drillbits and fingers don't mix, trust me on this one!!
Another point to remember is that the bits are much thinner than other makes. I think they are made by Wera, but you have to use the Festool ones. Wera's own bits have the same connection and length, but are much thicker. These would probably fit other brands like Makita.
Saying that, they are really hard wearing, and should last for thousands of screws.

 

[demographic]

The 2500 is exactly the one I'd like to buy.
Will have to wait a bit but next time I'm on a big drywall job I might be having one.