DEWALT DCF601B Xtreme 12V MAX Cordless Screwdriver
- Power Source: Battery
- Speed: 1100 RPM
- Material Type: Metal, Plastic
- Voltage: 12 volts
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact 12V DEWALT tool with a strong rating record, best suited to light, precise work in tight spaces rather than heavy-duty drilling.
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ASIN: B07TWK2S22Model: DCF601BCategory: Drills
Overview
The DEWALT DCF601B is a battery powered 12 volt tool built for light drilling and driving, sized at 9 inches long, 1 inch wide and 5.6 inches high and weighing 1.63 pounds. The B suffix in the model number marks this as a bare tool, sold without battery or charger.
DEWALT's 12V MAX line targets compact jobs where a full size 20V drill is overkill, and the DCF601B fits that role with a short nose and slim 1 inch body meant for tight cabinets, electrical boxes and overhead work.
- 12 volt battery power
- 1100 RPM
- 1.63 pound weight
- 9 inch by 1 inch by 5.6 inch size
Who it's for
Good for anyone doing light driving and drilling in tight spaces, such as cabinet installs, electronics and furniture work. A contractor drilling large holes or driving into framing lumber all day needs a full size 20V drill instead.
Pros and cons
- Slim 1 inch nose fits tight spaces
- Light at 1.63 pounds for one-handed control
- Bare tool, no battery or charger included
- 1100 RPM and 12V platform limit it to light-duty work
Performance notes
At 1100 RPM and 1.63 pounds, this tool is built for control in confined spots rather than speed on big jobs. The compact 9 inch length and 1 inch wide nose let it reach into cabinets and electrical boxes that a full size drill cannot.
Specifications
| Brand | DeWALT |
|---|---|
| Model | DCF601B |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.63 poundslower than 70% of 238 drills |
| Item Dimensions L X W X H | 9 × 1 × 5.6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Speed | 1100 RPM |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Voltage | 12 voltslower than 67% of 255 drills |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Metal, Plastic |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | (1) DCF601B - 12V MAX* Brushless 1/4 In. Screwdriver; (1) Belt Clip |
| Other details | |
| Number Of Batteries | 1 |
| Item Type Name | Screwdriver |
| Shape | Rectangular |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the DEWALT DCF601B come with a battery?
No, the B in the model number marks it as a bare tool, sold without battery or charger.
What size spaces is the DEWALT DCF601B built for?
Its slim 1 inch wide, 9 inch long body is sized for tight spots like cabinets and electrical boxes.
How fast does the DEWALT DCF601B run?
It turns at 1100 RPM on its 12 volt battery platform.