PORTER-CABLE PCC601LB Drill
- Drill
- 1.3 amps
- Battery
- 6.9 pounds
A straightforward, compact 20V cordless drill suited to occasional home use, matching PCC601LB's light weight and moderate RPM class rather than heavy duty jobsite work.
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How it ranks among the 369 drills we track
4.5★ across 393 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
393 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
PORTER-CABLE PCC601LB is a 20V cordless drill/driver from PORTER-CABLE's 20V MAX line, running at up to 1500 RPM with a 1.3 amp motor. It suits homeowners and light duty users who need a compact driver for basic drilling and driving tasks around the house.
The 1.3 amp rating and 1500 RPM top speed place this drill in the lighter end of the cordless lineup rather than a heavy duty contractor tool. It runs on PORTER-CABLE's 20V MAX battery platform, so it can share batteries with other tools on that system if you already own one.
- 20V Battery Powered
- 1500 RPM top speed
- 6.9 lb weight
- 10.75 x 6.25 x 9 inch size
Who it's for
Homeowners and DIYers handling occasional drilling and driving jobs will find the PCC601LB's size and weight easy to manage. It is not built for daily jobsite use or tasks needing higher torque.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Compact at 6.9 pounds
- Fits the 20V MAX battery platform
- Straightforward drill/driver for basic tasks
- Modest 1.3 amp rating limits heavy duty use
- Chuck size and clutch settings not specified
Performance notes
The 1500 RPM top speed and 1.3 amp draw place this in the lighter end of cordless drills, better suited to drilling small holes and driving screws than boring through dense material repeatedly. Weight of 6.9 pounds keeps it manageable for one handed use.
Specifications
| Brand | PORTER-CABLE |
|---|---|
| Model | PCC601LB |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 6.9 pounds |
| Dimensions | 10.8 × 6.2 × 9 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Speed | 1500 rpm |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Amperage | 1.3 amps |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Voltage | 20 volts |
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How it compares
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|---|---|---|---|
| PORTER-CABLE PCC601LB DrillThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 393 | 4.0 / 5 |
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| Hi-Spec DT30317R-CA DrillHi-Spec | 4.4 / 5 | 14,822 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the PORTER-CABLE PCC601LB
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What voltage battery does the PORTER-CABLE PCC601LB use?
It runs on a 20V battery pack as part of PORTER-CABLE's 20V MAX cordless platform.
How much does the PCC601LB weigh?
The drill weighs 6.9 pounds, manageable for one handed use.
What is the top speed of this drill?
It reaches up to 1500 RPM with a 1.3 amp motor rating.