New Craftsman 20V Tools and Batteries Cycle Each Year
Each year Craftsman adds to their 20V brushless line of tools with a 20V 1/2-in. Mid-Torque Impact Wrench, 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw, Two-Speed Reciprocating Saw, 4-1/2 in. Small Angle Grinder, and SDS+ Cordless Rotary Hammer. Along with these tools, Craftsman will also add a 6.0Ah and 9.0Ah battery to the V20 platform. Look for the new tools and batteries to hit shelves each summer.
1/2-in. 20V Brushless Mid-Torque Impact Wrench
This impact wrench offers a brushless motor that, with a 4.0Ah battery, runs for up to 26% longer than the brushed 20V CMCF900 1/2-in. Impact Wrench. Craftsman specs that it can generate up to 275 ft-lbs of max fastening torque.
The Craftsman CMCF920 features a hog ring anvil for easy socket changes, a variable speed trigger, 2 mode settings, and an LED work light.
Craftsman CMCF920 Impact Wrench Summary
- Torque: 275 ft-lbs
- Hog ring anvil
- Variable speed trigger
- 2 mode settings
- LED work light
- Price: $159
7-1/4 in. 20V Brushless Circular Saw
Craftsman claims that the brushless motor in this saw provides up to 75% more power than the brushed motor of the Craftsman 6-1/2 in. Circular Saw (CMCS500B).
It features an LED worklight and a maximum bevel of 56° with positive stops at 22.5° and 45°. It comes with an upper metal guard and aluminum shoe.
Craftsman CMCS550B 20V Circular Saw Summary
- 75% more power than the CMCS500B
- 56° max bevel
- 22.5° and 45° bevel stops
- Aluminum shoe.
- LED worklight
- Price: $129
20V Brushless Two-Speed Reciprocating Saw
Again, we’re seeing a big improvement in power with the addition of a brushless motor. Craftsman claims that this recipe generates up to 75% more power than the brushed-motor model (CMCS300).
The CMCS350 features a variable 2-speed trigger, and it can reach a no-load speed of up to 2,300 SPM. It has a reinforced pivoting shoe for better control and a tool-free blade release. An LED worklight keeps your work visible, while rubber grips protect your hands from taking a beating.
Be sure to check out our best cordless reciprocating saw head-to-head review.
Craftsman CMCS350 Recip Saw Summary
- 2-speeds (up to 2,300 SPM)
- Variable-speed trigger
- Reinforced pivoting shoe
- Tool-free blade release
- LED worklight
- Rubber grips
- Price: $129
4-1/2-in. 20V Brushless Small Angle Grinder
Craftsman’s small angle grinder features a brushless motor that reaches no-load speeds of up to 8,500 rpm. It features a paddle switch, a tool-free guard, and a 3-position side handle that provides versatility and comfort.
Craftsman CMCG450 20V Angle Grinders Recap
- Brushless motor
- Speeds (no-load): 8,500 RPM
- Paddle switch
- Tool-free guard
- 3-position side handle
- Price: $129
20V Brushless SDS+ Rotary Hammers
According to EPT-Procedure 05/2010, this rotary hammer delivers 2.0 joules of impact energy. It maintains up to 5,500 BPM to hammer through the tough materials. Craftsman also claims that they’ve paid special attention to the weight and balance of the design. The brushless motor maximizes runtime and efficiency.
Craftsman CMCH233 SDS Plus Rotary Hammer
- Power: 2.0 joules
- Impact speed: 5,500 BPM
- Optimized weight and balance
- Brushless motor
- Price: $159
New Craftsman 20V Tools include 2 More Batteries
Going over new Craftsman 20V tools may get some people very excited. However, two new battery additions are also joining the 20V platform. These include the Craftsman V20 6.0Ah and the V20 9.0Ah battery. Both work with all 20V tools and equipment and both feature a push-button 3-LED charge indicator. The 6.0Ah battery retails for $129 while the 9.0Ah battery retails for $149. The V20 Dual Port charger has a price of just $99.
Expect new additions to the Craftsman 20V line to hit Lowe’s shelves this summer. For more information, visit the Craftsman site by clicking here.
