Manufacturer | DEWALT |
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Part Number | DCA2203C |
Item Weight | 3.37 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 13 x 4 x 12.5 inches |
Country of Origin | Mexico |
Item model number | DCA2203C |
Batteries | 2 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | 20V |
Style | Battery Adapter Kit |
Pattern | Kit |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Voltage | 20 Volts |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Head Style | Flat |
Measurement System | Metric |
Included Components | (1) 18V - 20V MAX* Adapter, (2) DCB203 20V MAX* XR Lithium Ion Batteries (2.0Ah), (1) 12V/20V MAX* Charger |
Batteries Included? | Yes |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
Battery Cell Type | Lithium Ion |
Warranty Description | 3 year limited warranty |
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Brand | DEWALT |
Item Weight | 3.37 Pounds |
Input Voltage | 20 Volts |
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- Adapts 20v MAX Batteries to Most 18v Tools: See description for full DeWalt 18v tool compatibility information
- Kit Includes: (2) DCB203 20v MAX XR Lithium Ion Batteries (2.0ah), (1) 12v/20v MAX Charger, and (1) 18v - 20v MAX Adapter
- Compatible with 18v Compact Drills: Do not use adapter, 18v compact drills, and premium batteries (DCB200, DCB204, DCB204BT, DCB205) together
- Not Compatible with 18v Chargers: Adapter requires the use of DeWalt 20v MAX Chargers
- Not compatible with 20v/60v Flexvolt Batteries
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Battery life | 3.6 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.2 |
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input voltage | 20 volts | 120 volts | 20 volts | 240 volts |
weight | 3.37 pounds | 5.75 pounds | 635.03 grams | — |
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ASIN | B016K1UEPS |
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Best Sellers Rank | #13,370 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #98 in Cordless Tool Battery Packs |
Date First Available | October 13, 2015 |
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The DEWALT DCA2203C 20V MAX Battery Adapter Kit for 18V Tools allows for use of 20V MAX batteries in most DEWALT 18V Tools. This adapter requires the use of 20V MAX Chargers - this will not fit in DEWALT 18V Chargers. This kit includes two 20V MAX XR Lithium Ion batteries, and 20v charger so you can be ready to convert immediately. Use with DCB201, DCB203, DCB203BT compact batteries. Do not use adapter with premium batteries (DCB200, DCB204, DCB204BT, DCB205) in 18V Compact drills DC970, DC759. Includes: (1) 18V - 20V MAX Adapter, (2) DCB203 20V MAX XR Lithium Ion Batteries (2.0Ah), 12V/20V MAX Charger. WARNING: THE ADAPTER IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH ALL DeWALT TOOLS. The 20V MAX Li-Ion Battery Pack Adapter for 18V NiCd tools is NOT COMPATIBLE with 18V DeWALT radios, 18V DeWALT nailers, DC020 or DC022 Worklights, nor the DCS370 Bandsaw. For the DC500 Vacuum, the DW074 and DW079 Rotary Lasers, the adapter is functional but the tools’ battery doors will not fully close.
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Customers like the weight of the battery charger. They say it's not too heavy or cumbersome to use. They also like the power. However, some customers have reported issues with the ease of use, saying that the adapters are difficult to remove. Customers also differ on value, fit, ease of installation, and quality.
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Customers like the weight of the battery charger. They say it's not too heavy or cumbersome to use with the adapter, and the tools are lighter with this pack. Some mention that the lithium ion batteries are lighter and last longer than the older nickel metal hydride batteries. Overall, most are satisfied with the weight and performance of the product.
"...It's also nice that the small 20 volts are smaller and lighter than the 18 volts and pack as much punch...." Read more
"...drivers where they last pretty good, charge up quick, and make the tool a good bit lighter...." Read more
"...It doesn't even add much bulk to the tool. The "clamshell" is actually well constructed and passed a 10 foot falltest I totally did on purpose." Read more
"...The included batteries are low capacity but also very light weight and so perfect for light duty jobs...." Read more
Customers like the power of the battery charger. They say it has more power, longer battery life, and gives their tools more power. Some mention that the power stays at peak performance until right before it runs out. Overall, customers are satisfied with the power and functionality of the product.
"...from my remaining functional 18v batteries, and the power stays at peak performance until right before it runs out...." Read more
"Let's my old 18v work with the 20v. Gives a little boost of power from the 2 extra volts" Read more
"Haven't used batteries yet, but hooked them up and power seems good. Folks with limited hand strength will struggle to take adapter off of tool...." Read more
"...The extra power is wonderful. I've been using the 20V in my tools for 18 months now, and decided to invest in converting them all for convenience...." Read more
Customers appreciate the versatility of the battery charger. They say it's a great kit to convert old tools to modern technology, a good alternative to buying new tools, and a nice add-on to their tool collection. It brings new life into older tools and helps to keep old tools from the recycle bin. Customers also say it’s the best accessory to keep your tool collection running and able to help with several tools.
"this does work and helped me with several tools. its a bit heavier than the already heavy battery" Read more
"Good alternative to buying new tools but once affixed to a tool it's very difficult to remove." Read more
"...has always been my husband’s go to for power tools, while the tools are excellent the last 5-6 batteries we have purchased have been a total waste..." Read more
"Helps to keep old tools from the recycle bins." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the battery charger. Some mention that it works well, while others say that it drains the battery.
"This works well with my 18V drill, but as others have noted, the battery drains if you don't take it out of the adapter when you are not using the..." Read more
"...These particular batteries are admittedly not of high capacity, but work fine for my purposes; larger ones are available that are compatible with..." Read more
"...They work great and really allow you to get the most life out of your tools. If you are needing tools that you can use often, then you may..." Read more
"...It's also nice that you can check the status of the charge by pressing a button instead of testing it on a tool...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the adapter. Some find it a great value, while others say it's a total waste of money and useless for contractors.
"...and the adapter to be able to use them on my older drills and for a great price, especially the cost for all that in a retail store." Read more
"...This is a poor job of engineering. It should not be this difficult to attach or remove the adapter from the tool." Read more
"...Still kind of works. Still worth the investment" Read more
"A cost effective way to use older tools while also expanding battery for current generation of drills." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the battery charger. Some mention that it fits well, while others say that it's a very tight fit. The adapter fits easily into their drill, but it'll be difficult to remove the battery. They're small and powerful, but once it''s on it'’s very comfortable and light weight. However, some customers say that the adapter is a horrible fit, and the base is slighly tight on the release tabs. It does not fit the vacuum and hangs down below the plane for the saw.
"...It's also nice that the small 20 volts are smaller and lighter than the 18 volts and pack as much punch...." Read more
"...Just like others report, the adapter fits the tools so tightly that removing it is not as quick and easy as one would like...." Read more
"Fits good, but if you leave batteries in drill, they will drain even without use...." Read more
"...Seems the connection clips are too tight for easy removal...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of installation. Some mention that the adapter is great and works flawlessly, while others say that it's a pain to get on and off.
"...is that when you slide the battery onto the adapter there is no solid click and you don't know if the battery is locked in...." Read more
"Thank you Dewalt for making this adapter. This is a great adapter that allows you to use the newer 20V battery in your 18V tool...." Read more
"The adapter was extremely difficult to attach to my approved drill. It was even more difficult to remove. This is inexcusable...." Read more
"...I don't like about this battery adapter is that it is difficult to get the adapter to engage in the tool and likewise to get it out of the tool...." Read more
Customers find the battery charger difficult to use. They mention that the adapters are difficult to remove and change tools. Some say that the converter is crazy hard to remove.
"...admit that the first time I tried to remove the adapter it didn't appear to want to release...." Read more
"...Cons:- Hard to unlock: This is very hard to unlock. I usually have to take the battery off to get it to come off...." Read more
"...It doesn't get "stuck" so much as it just requires a lot of force to squeeze the release buttons hard enough. I don't have much of a problem...." Read more
"...It is hard to get the adapters out of the tools, but I just got the knockoff adapters (set of 2) for my most used tools and that solved that...." Read more
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I thought about selling off my combo set to help pay for a new 20 volt combo set but couldn't find a comparable 20 volt set to my old 18 volt set. My old set had all the tools that I would use myself. The combo 20 volt sets had tools that I would have no or little use for. I tried to piece together a set to compare to what I currently have and it added up to a lot. I am a DIY guy and I do use my tools enough but not enough to justify spending a heap of money to replace them. So I decided to upgrade the battery system and crossed my fingers. Well I am happy I did and for about the same price of buying 18 volt ni-cad batteries I have 20 volt lithiums that hopfully will live longer and gives my tools a new life. If there wasn't a 20 volt conversion kit and I would have to stick with the 18 volt batteries then I might of bit the bullet and switched over to the 20 volts because I was not happy with buying new 18 volts all the time.
The kit comes with 2 of Dewalt's smallest battery and I was skeptical on how long run time they would have and it would be a waste of money to get the kit if the batteries drain after a few uses or maybe I will just buy a larger battery to supplement the smaller ones. Well I was pleased to find out after using them they seem to last just as long and maybe longer than my 18 volts and I probably won't need to get a larger battery. It's also nice that you can check the status of the charge by pressing a button instead of testing it on a tool.
The adapter with the small battery installed comes out to about the same bulk as the 18 volt installed on a tool. It does have an angle to it installed though, so some tools may not stand up straight sitting on the battery but no big deal. It's also nice that the small 20 volts are smaller and lighter than the 18 volts and pack as much punch. I find that the 2 amp batteries have enough juice for running a circular saw or drill for a weekend warrior. Sure a bigger battery lasts longer, but sometimes you just don't need a bigger battery and a smaller one is nicer. Just depends on your project.
The only things that need improvements are the release tabs on the adapter with the battery installed requires two hands to remove the adapter from the tool as you need to get your fingers in there and press firmly on the two tabs. If it is just the adapter and no battery then you can remove the adapter with one hand though unless you have tiny hands. The other thing that needs improvement is that when you slide the battery onto the adapter there is no solid click and you don't know if the battery is locked in. And the last thing is the release button on the battery to release it form the adapter requires two hands also because you have to press and pull as it is not spring loaded and ejects the battery.
Overall if the battery life holds up and lasts longer in between having to buy new ones then it is well worth it. Right now I am using one 18 volt and the two 20 volt batteries. I am waiting for just an adapter to go on sale so I can get another one so when my 18 volt dies I can have an extra adapter to power two tools with 20 volts.
I was a little hesitant to purchase this at first because I read in some reviews where people had to make modifications to get it to work.
One reviewer said he had to grind off some tabs (even showed a picture of the modification) to get it to engage into the tool. I didn't find this necessary for my particular application.
Another reviewer said he had to grind off some of the material on the release tabs that holds the adapter into the tool (in the case of an 18V battery, these tabs hold that battery in the tool). Again, I didn't find this necessary. I do have to admit that the first time I tried to remove the adapter it didn't appear to want to release. I moved my fingers closer to the edge where the adapter meets the tool and pushed a little harder and it released. I inserted and removed the adapter five more times and now I can remove it with ease -- maybe it needed to work out some burrs leftover from the molding process.
Since the Li-Ion battery/adapter combo is lighter than the Ni-Cd battery that came with my drill, the balance of the tool is a little off -- the tool is a little more top heavy, but not a lot and not enough to be annoying.
The produce description says that this adapter is not compatible with all 18V tools, but it doesn't list which ones it's not compatible with. Here's what's currently listed in my instruction manual: all 18V radios, 18V nailers, DC020 or DC022 worklights, and the DCS370 Bandsaw. For the DC500 Vacuum, the DW074 and DW079 Rotary Lasers, the adapter is functional but the tool's battery door will not fully close. It also says to not use the premium Dewalt batteries in the DC970 or DC759 drills.
If I had anything negative to say about this adapter, it's that I'm still trying to figure out why Dewalt angled the bottom of it. When I sit the tool down, the chuck end of the drill points up in the air about 10 degrees. Then there's the color difference. The yellow used in the battery matches the tool. The Yellow in the adapter is slightly more orange in color, so it doesn't match the tool or battery. But neither of them are deal breakers.
I bought this as a kit, so I also received two batteries and a charger. The charger will charge a completely dead battery in about 90 minutes.
Overall I'm very happy with this purchase.
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I have all of these from previous purchases and I thinking I could use two more 2AH batteries and at this price I decided to get the package as it was close to the price of the two batteries alone.
This arrived in a single plastic factory vacuum sealed package so it was not hobbled together by a vendor and nor was it old stock. The batteries have 2020 year stamp so I was quite pleased given the price.
Adapter
Basically I wanted another 18 to 20v adapter so I can just leave them on the two 18v tools I have not replaced. The original adapter can be difficult to remove as mentioned in many reviews however I found this one alittle easier some reason (my original has a 2016 year stamp and this one 2019).
2AH batteries
I am invested in 2 cordless tool lines Dewalt (20v and flexvolt) and Bosch 12V.
I like to size and weight of the Bosch 12V drill/drivers for most wood and DIY work and use the Dewalt versions for more HD tasks. I like using the 2AH batteries on my drill and driver despite having 4, 5 and 12 AH available as I often don’t need the run time. In my environment the big batteries have their place on high drain tools or for extended jobs.
My drill, driver, oscillating saw, LED work lights and old 18v tools are happy with theses batteries.
Charger.
Comes with the BCD112 which is the slower 2 amp charger which is how I guess they lowered their cost on this package. I have the BCD115 (4 amp) and BCD116 (6 amp) which were “standard” in my other kits.
Not sure why Dewalt has to have so many different “standard” kit chargers. Why not just the one faster one for all?
Reviewed in Canada on December 1, 2020
I have all of these from previous purchases and I thinking I could use two more 2AH batteries and at this price I decided to get the package as it was close to the price of the two batteries alone.
This arrived in a single plastic factory vacuum sealed package so it was not hobbled together by a vendor and nor was it old stock. The batteries have 2020 year stamp so I was quite pleased given the price.
Adapter
Basically I wanted another 18 to 20v adapter so I can just leave them on the two 18v tools I have not replaced. The original adapter can be difficult to remove as mentioned in many reviews however I found this one alittle easier some reason (my original has a 2016 year stamp and this one 2019).
2AH batteries
I am invested in 2 cordless tool lines Dewalt (20v and flexvolt) and Bosch 12V.
I like to size and weight of the Bosch 12V drill/drivers for most wood and DIY work and use the Dewalt versions for more HD tasks. I like using the 2AH batteries on my drill and driver despite having 4, 5 and 12 AH available as I often don’t need the run time. In my environment the big batteries have their place on high drain tools or for extended jobs.
My drill, driver, oscillating saw, LED work lights and old 18v tools are happy with theses batteries.
Charger.
Comes with the BCD112 which is the slower 2 amp charger which is how I guess they lowered their cost on this package. I have the BCD115 (4 amp) and BCD116 (6 amp) which were “standard” in my other kits.
Not sure why Dewalt has to have so many different “standard” kit chargers. Why not just the one faster one for all?
20V Battery life will be determined based on usage over the next year or so...however i was able to begin using the Dewalt tools I hadnt used for some time due to dead batteries . I did find the clips holding the adapter to the tool to be somewhat tight...I suspect this will lossen up overtime.