I cut 1/4 of our winter heating needs on the day I tested this. We use two face cords of wood to heat the house each year, and we could easily get that with this saw as there are plenty of downed trees to pick from in the woods - but this year I will be doing clearing, and will be saving all of the prime firewood so we should build-up a stockpile. Also, our new shop building will be mostly heated with wood so we still have to figure out how much that will take. I will be using the saw extensively this summer, so we'll see how durable it is!
They are a great little saw. I just put a new Oregon chain on mine yesterday, made a huge difference. Walks through 12 inch Black Walnut logs. I just cut halfway through and give it a turn until through.
@@PlanetMojo Can't beat the convenience. Or the reliability. Throw it in a cabinet at the end of winter and it will be ready to go next time you need it.
It really is a beast of a saw for its size. Easy to carry in a backpack or anything. Much better than the Makita XCU06. For firewood, not a good saw. For clearing roads and fence lines as you said, good saw.
I agree. I thought I may use it for limbing, but when I'm felling trees, I just go right down the line limbing and bucking. It is quite nice to just have in the back of the gator for the nuisance windfall though! I can cut through most any tree if I go from both sides, and clear a road. 😊
I have that saw and the 60v version. I've upgraded both with bigger bars, I put an 18" poulan pro Oregon bar on my flexvolt and took the 16" flexvolt bar and put on the 20v saw. I absolutely love them that way, the 16" bar cuts much better than the 12" bar.
@@PlanetMojo I've ran mine with the 16" bar in a dry log that was every bit of 24" had to come at it from both sides. I stalled it a few times but it did it, I didn't have the flexvolt with me that day. But it really didn't matter, if you get those 10ah 20v lawnmower batteries that saw runs a long time, so it's my "truck saw" stays in the toolbox with a full 10ah
@@CadillacZachOfficalI'm thinking of keeping this one with a little bar for limbing and little windfalls and get the larger sized one for most of the other stuff. I have a big Husqvarna for the rest 😉
@@PlanetMojo I absolutely love both of them, if you are thinking about getting the 60v I say go ahead and do it! I only have one gas saw now, a big old McCulloch, I use the DeWalt saws for almost everything except the big big stuff. Like I said, I put an 18" poulan pro Oregon bar on the flexvolt saw.
@@PlanetMojo Got my saw! LOVE IT! Also FYI for those having an issue with oil leaking from the filler cap, At the top of the oil filler tube IS A BLACK O-RING. You can see and feel it there too. When you turn the cap ALL THE WAY closed it expands that O-Ring to seal the cap. I think some folks may not be closing that cap all the way and this is causing the leaks. You should not need to add an O-Ring. The O-ring at the top of the filler tube will fill that O-Ring gap in the oil cap.
"nice safety feature" quotes the man with no gloves, helmet or saw pants... lol. What I like about the video is you show the saw in actual use. I'm considering one for limbing and clearing the slash. Think it is a done deal. Thanks.
Wow that's just the cat's meow! Sure could use one of those around home instead of lugging the big saw all the time for smaller limbs. My birthday is next month... hint, hint, hint 😉
My thoughts exactly! I have a Husqvarna 460 Rancher, and it is beastly to lug around - especially during limbing. I was going to get a small limbing saw, but if this holds up through the summer I'll stick with this 😊
Hi Mojo, looks a really good saw, of course the trick is to keep your chain sharpened, do you like to test your logs for dryness, some wood burners insist you have to be below 22, their the ones with a catalyst. Don't think you will ever be running out of wood any time soon.
Hi Larry, you are certainly correct on the sharp chain. That holds true with all cutting tools. Dull tools are dangerous tools! The cracking on the logs gives an indication of dryness. Standing deadwood dries at about an inch inwards per year, and the cracks follow the drying. Once split, they will dry out any further if needed, but we only use seasoned standing (or fallen) deadwood for firewood. Most of our firewood is below 20% moisture - right around 18%. 🔥😊🔥
Btw the 20v saw leaks oil pretty bad unless you store it on its side with the oil cap facing up, the 60v doesn't seem to leak if you hang it on the wall using the supplied hanger built in the bottom. The 20v doesn't have a hanger built in.
yes it is a design flaw, but in the oil cap it has a slot in which you can put a 5/8 o-ring that solves the problem, apparently that slot was initially intended for that, but why dewalt did not put it? Who knows, but the leaking problem everyone is complaining about is something simple and cheap to fix.
It's quite light. I'm liking it more and more as I use it. I took down a dozen trees where the shop road is going, and it was a breeze! Hopefully it will hold up, and I'll get the 18" one as well, and rarely have to use the fussy Husqvarna! 😊
It's very light. Have not had extensive experience with gas saws, but it's much lighter than you would expect for the power. I haven't checked that 9lbs figure above, but it sounds about right, it's far lighter than anything of similar size I've used in the gas world.
That's a good question! I don't think so, but I should do a side by side comparison this spring. If I had a choice of only being able to take on 6ah or two 5ah batteries, I would take the two 5ah.
I know this is old but for anyone wondering, hard yes to the 6ah batteries. The 5ah and below use 18650 cells while the 6ah use 21700s that are much better at prolonged high discharge.
@@jrlaymance I bought a DCCS620 TYPE 2 in 2021 and used it one season. One thermal issue that summer. This month 2023 it quit on me and will not react, not even a click. I took it apart and tested the switches and wiring with a VOM. No results except thinking the "Potted module " has failed. Replacement is over $100 for motor / wiring /switch / module which is not a good option if I can buy a new saw for $160 at H-D ( less battery ). Dang potted electronics module !
This is an endurance test, and there are time constraints. Cut speed is about the same as a gas chain saw at first and gets slower as the battery drains.
Typical male I didn't read the instruction manual on the first of these I bought, I burnt it out after several uses due to not realizing it required oil (d'oh!). I use canola oil in mine now, it seems to work great. This "new" one I've had for several years working great, until the other day when I had to do a cut in a really awkward position for safety when cutting down a tree and the motor somehow gave out in a way that it has very little power now. I have the whole thing taken apart and have not found anything wrong with the internals, so I'm on the fence about how this will function once it's put back together.
I cut 1/4 of our winter heating needs on the day I tested this. We use two face cords of wood to heat the house each year, and we could easily get that with this saw as there are plenty of downed trees to pick from in the woods - but this year I will be doing clearing, and will be saving all of the prime firewood so we should build-up a stockpile. Also, our new shop building will be mostly heated with wood so we still have to figure out how much that will take. I will be using the saw extensively this summer, so we'll see how durable it is!
They are a great little saw. I just put a new Oregon chain on mine yesterday, made a huge difference. Walks through 12 inch Black Walnut logs. I just cut halfway through and give it a turn until through.
I really like mine as well. It's always ready to go where a gas saw may take awhile to start!
@@PlanetMojo Can't beat the convenience. Or the reliability. Throw it in a cabinet at the end of winter and it will be ready to go next time you need it.
@@Wheelman1966 Agreed!
That little saw left a big impression on me especially watching you cut up that ash
Thanks Patty, since this video was made I cut quite a bit of other stuff. It's quite the tough little saw 😊
I really like mine but it’s basically new and leaks bar out like crazy!
I agree! They say to drain the oil between uses - but who in the world is going to do that? I just store mine on a boot tray and catch the oil 😑
It really is a beast of a saw for its size. Easy to carry in a backpack or anything. Much better than the Makita XCU06.
For firewood, not a good saw. For clearing roads and fence lines as you said, good saw.
I agree. I thought I may use it for limbing, but when I'm felling trees, I just go right down the line limbing and bucking. It is quite nice to just have in the back of the gator for the nuisance windfall though! I can cut through most any tree if I go from both sides, and clear a road. 😊
I have that saw and the 60v version. I've upgraded both with bigger bars, I put an 18" poulan pro Oregon bar on my flexvolt and took the 16" flexvolt bar and put on the 20v saw. I absolutely love them that way, the 16" bar cuts much better than the 12" bar.
My wife bought me a longer bar for this saw, but I'm worried it doesn't have the power for it. I will likely give it a try later this fall.
@@PlanetMojo I've ran mine with the 16" bar in a dry log that was every bit of 24" had to come at it from both sides. I stalled it a few times but it did it, I didn't have the flexvolt with me that day. But it really didn't matter, if you get those 10ah 20v lawnmower batteries that saw runs a long time, so it's my "truck saw" stays in the toolbox with a full 10ah
@@CadillacZachOfficalI'm thinking of keeping this one with a little bar for limbing and little windfalls and get the larger sized one for most of the other stuff. I have a big Husqvarna for the rest 😉
@@PlanetMojo I absolutely love both of them, if you are thinking about getting the 60v I say go ahead and do it! I only have one gas saw now, a big old McCulloch, I use the DeWalt saws for almost everything except the big big stuff. Like I said, I put an 18" poulan pro Oregon bar on the flexvolt saw.
Just ordered this chainsaw. Good video, thanks!
We just got done cutting an entire day. It's a really nice saw 😊
@@PlanetMojo Got my saw! LOVE IT! Also FYI for those having an issue with oil leaking from the filler cap, At the top of the oil filler tube IS A BLACK O-RING. You can see and feel it there too. When you turn the cap ALL THE WAY closed it expands that O-Ring to seal the cap. I think some folks may not be closing that cap all the way and this is causing the leaks. You should not need to add an O-Ring. The O-ring at the top of the filler tube will fill that O-Ring gap in the oil cap.
@@Tommyr Thanks for the info! I did have a little bit of leakage, and will check that out! 😊
Great review, thanks
Thanks for watching!
"nice safety feature" quotes the man with no gloves, helmet or saw pants... lol. What I like about the video is you show the saw in actual use.
I'm considering one for limbing and clearing the slash. Think it is a done deal. Thanks.
Wow that's just the cat's meow! Sure could use one of those around home instead of lugging the big saw all the time for smaller limbs. My birthday is next month... hint, hint, hint 😉
My thoughts exactly! I have a Husqvarna 460 Rancher, and it is beastly to lug around - especially during limbing. I was going to get a small limbing saw, but if this holds up through the summer I'll stick with this 😊
@@PlanetMojo DeWalt tools what not to love there! Best i've found
@@ccrx6700 I think they're the best as well 😊
damn it seems the chainsaw got your pants already lol great video
It sure does look that way 😉
I have absolutely no use for one of these...so will probably buy one 😂😂
That sounds like an awesome reason to me 😉
Hi Mojo, looks a really good saw, of course the trick is to keep your chain sharpened, do you like to test your logs for dryness, some wood burners insist you have to be below 22, their the ones with a catalyst. Don't think you will ever be running out of wood any time soon.
Hi Larry, you are certainly correct on the sharp chain. That holds true with all cutting tools. Dull tools are dangerous tools! The cracking on the logs gives an indication of dryness. Standing deadwood dries at about an inch inwards per year, and the cracks follow the drying. Once split, they will dry out any further if needed, but we only use seasoned standing (or fallen) deadwood for firewood. Most of our firewood is below 20% moisture - right around 18%. 🔥😊🔥
Amazing vídeo, I like it 5 stars, keep up the great work, I subscribed your channel, Greetings from Portugal.
Thank you and welcome Vasco!
@@PlanetMojo no problem mate, I hope you like my channel, make a comment.
@@LisbonRailProductionsandF1 I'll check it out...
@@PlanetMojo thanks mate, you will be number 2149
Btw the 20v saw leaks oil pretty bad unless you store it on its side with the oil cap facing up, the 60v doesn't seem to leak if you hang it on the wall using the supplied hanger built in the bottom. The 20v doesn't have a hanger built in.
Thanks Zach, yea I found that out the hard way. The manual says to drain the oil after each use - not a chance that is happening 😉
yes it is a design flaw, but in the oil cap it has a slot in which you can put a 5/8 o-ring that solves the problem, apparently that slot was initially intended for that, but why dewalt did not put it? Who knows, but the leaking problem everyone is complaining about is something simple and cheap to fix.
How heavy is that little saw compared to the big gas saw that you've been using? Looks a lot less scary to me.😉
It's quite light. I'm liking it more and more as I use it. I took down a dozen trees where the shop road is going, and it was a breeze! Hopefully it will hold up, and I'll get the 18" one as well, and rarely have to use the fussy Husqvarna! 😊
9 lbs
It's very light. Have not had extensive experience with gas saws, but it's much lighter than you would expect for the power. I haven't checked that 9lbs figure above, but it sounds about right, it's far lighter than anything of similar size I've used in the gas world.
Is the 6ah battery work the extra price compared to the 5ah when you can get two for the same price
That's a good question! I don't think so, but I should do a side by side comparison this spring. If I had a choice of only being able to take on 6ah or two 5ah batteries, I would take the two 5ah.
I know this is old but for anyone wondering, hard yes to the 6ah batteries. The 5ah and below use 18650 cells while the 6ah use 21700s that are much better at prolonged high discharge.
Does the saw cut any faster with the 60 volt battery?
No. But it cuts longer.
@@PlanetMojo thanks!
*How does a fellow as hip as I was in my teens get to own 35 acres of land when I have none ;(*
Mine lasted one season, now it just tries to start up but instantly stops after a split second
Mine is still working in the third season. Sounds like something is jammed-up on yours.
Have tried everything, you can actually pull the chain and it will rotate, was thinking it may be a thermal switch gone bad
@@jrlaymance I bought a DCCS620 TYPE 2 in 2021 and used it one season. One thermal issue that summer. This month 2023 it quit on me and will not react, not even a click. I took it apart and tested the switches and wiring with a VOM. No results except thinking the "Potted module " has failed. Replacement is over $100 for motor / wiring /switch / module which is not a good option if I can buy a new saw for $160 at H-D ( less battery ). Dang potted electronics module !
Why in the world would you fast forward the cuts? Really want to see cut speed
This is an endurance test, and there are time constraints. Cut speed is about the same as a gas chain saw at first and gets slower as the battery drains.
Typical male I didn't read the instruction manual on the first of these I bought, I burnt it out after several uses due to not realizing it required oil (d'oh!). I use canola oil in mine now, it seems to work great. This "new" one I've had for several years working great, until the other day when I had to do a cut in a really awkward position for safety when cutting down a tree and the motor somehow gave out in a way that it has very little power now. I have the whole thing taken apart and have not found anything wrong with the internals, so I'm on the fence about how this will function once it's put back together.