Get Ready for Spring with DeWalt Universal Attachment Kits
Just in time for spring, DeWalt has added the Universal Attachment System to its growing line of cordless OPE tools. The new power head system operates on the DeWalt 60V platform and includes all the basic tools you need for lawn maintenance this growing season.
10-Second Summary
- Models: DeWalt DCST972B (String Trimmer Kit) and DCED472B (Edger Kit)
- Base unit can convert to string trimmer, edger, brush cutter, pole saw, hedge trimmer, or blower
- Kitted with DeWalt FlexVolt 9.0Ah battery and charger or as bare tool
- Up to 47 minutes runtime (with 9.0Ah battery and operating as string trimmer)
- Available early 2021
- Kit price: $299
Tackle All Your Yard Chores on One Tool
The DeWalt Universal Attachment System operates on the same principles as other power head systems on the market. Basically, DeWalt has designed a rear-oriented motor that drives a shaft. The split shaft then connects to any number of swappable tool attachments. Since the attachments cost a fraction of what you pay for an entirely different lawn tool, this potentially saves you storage space as well as money.
The concept/design has become popular in the OPE world, and DeWalt has joined in the fun. Theirs runs on the 60V Max battery platform and, at the time of this writing, includes 6 different tool attachments: a string trimmer, edger, brush cutter, pole saw, hedge trimmer, and blower.
What Brands are Compatible with the DeWalt Universal Attachment System?
I’m glad you asked! Lots of brands are compatible with the DeWalt Universal Attachment System. IN fact, more brands are compatible than are incompatible. Check out this list of what we know so far to be compatible brands in the Universal Attachment System:
- Craftsman
- DeWalt
- Greenworks
- Husqvarna
- Poulan
- Remington
- Ryobi Expand-it
- TrimmerPlus
- Troybilt
The following brands are NOT compatible with the DeWalt Universal Attachment System as far as we can tell:
- Echo
- EGO Power+
- Stihl
- Milwaukee Tool
DeWalt Universal Attachment System Tools
For the power itself, the DeWalt Universal Attachment Capable System uses a brushless motor to supply efficient power to the tool. It features a variable trigger and two speeds to give you control over whatever application you’re working on.
DeWalt designed the 60V Max Attachment Capable String Trimmer with a 15-in./17-in. cutting swath using either 0.080-in. or 0.095-in. line. It features a QuickLoad spool head, which lets you load more line into the head without having to take it apart.
DeWalt Edger Attachment (DWOAS4ED)
The DeWalt DWOAS4ED edger attachment features a 7-1/2-inch hardened steel blade with an adjustable blade depth adjustment of up to 2-1/2 inches. A large guide wheel gives you better mobility while working.
DeWalt Brush Cutter Attachment (DWOAS5BC)
The Brush Cutter attachment tackles the woody and dense overgrowth in your yard with four 8-inch steel blades. It features a die-cast gearbox for consistently high output and durability.
Universal Pole Saw Attachment (DWOAS5BC)
The DeWalt Universal Attachment System includes a pole saw option as well. It includes an extension pole to get its cutting power up into hard-to-reach areas. The 8-in. bar and chain features an auto oiler to keep the saw lubed up during operation.
DeWalt FlexVolt Articulating Hedge Trimmer Attachment (DWOAS8HT)
DeWalt’s system also includes an articulating hedge trimmer attachment. With a 22″ hardened steel dual-action blade, this hedge trimmer can tackle branches up to 3/4″ thick. The head swivels up to 135º to trim hedges at a variety of angles.
DeWalt Axial Blower Attachment (DWOAS7BL)
Finally, the DeWalt Universal Attachment System includes a high-performance axial blower to clean up your clippings and yard debris. By the numbers, it should deliver as much as 500 CFM of air volume—no slouch.
We like the concentrator nozzle that curves out to increase airflow to the ground. That axial fan design pulls air in from directly behind and lets the blower efficiently move a high volume of air.
Pricing
DeWalt has packaged the Universal Attachment System into a few different starter kit and bare tool options. The Universal Attachment Capable System power head comes with either the string trimmer or edger which DeWalt will package either as a kit or as a bare tool.
Kitted with a 9.0Ah FlexVolt battery and charger, either of these options will run you $299. The bare tool options both run $249.
The attachments are sold separately and range between $99 and $149 apiece. Those details are further outlined below.
DeWalt Universal Attachment System Options
- DCST972X1 – 60V Max DeWalt Universal Attachment Capable String Trimmer Kit – $299
- DCST972B – 60V Max DeWalt Universal Attachment Capable Strig Trimmer Bare Tool – $249
- DCED472X1 – 60V Max DeWalt Universal Attachment Capable Edger Kit – $299
- DCED472B – 60V Max DeWalt Universal Attachment Capable Edger Bare Tool – $249
- DWOAS5BC – Brush Cutter DeWalt Universal Attachment – $99
- DWOAS4ED – Edger DeWalt Universal Attachment – $99
- DWOAS6PS – Pole Saw DeWalt Universal Attachment – $149
- DWOAS8HT – Articulating Hedge Trimmer DeWalt Universal Attachment – $149
- DWOAS7BL – Blower DeWalt Universal Attachment – $119
Bought this and bent the weedeater shaft within a week. Looking to buy just he weedeater attachment but cannot seem to find it. Any input would be appreciated
Just ordered the edger + 6AH battery kit and realized there is no stand alone attachment for a trimmer. Hoping it’s a standard 1/4″ square attachment so I can add a Ryobi trimmer attachment or similar down the road. I’m happy with my gas trimmer but if this platform proves up to the task I may be willing to switch.
Do you know the arbor size on the weed trimmer? I’d like to purchase a separate brush cutting blade. Thanks.
i dont get battery ope.
petrol/2 stroke is cordless, and if you run out of fuel, you go and fill up the tank. where as battery you have to go and get the charger, plug it in, put the battery on charge, and so on and so forth. and no battery OPE has acctualy got the guts of a full powered 2 stroke OPE
DeWalt rules !