DEWALT Power Tool Battery Kit DCB230C 3.0Ah Lithium Ion Pack (20V MAX 45 Minute Fast Charger 3-LED Fuel Gauge Overhead Drill Driver Saw Sander)
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DEWALT DCB230C 20V MAX 3.0Ah Compact Lithium-Ion Battery & Charger Starter Kit
The DEWALT DCB230C 20V MAX 3.0Ah compact lithium-ion battery starter kit delivers high-density cordless energy to power drill drivers, random orbit sanders, and reciprocating saws without adding unwieldy bulk. Engineered with premium lithium-ion cylindrical cells, this lightweight power pack provides 3.0 amp-hours of runtime in a slim-profile form factor that optimizes tool balance and minimizes operator arm fatigue during continuous overhead fastening. Paired with a multi-voltage 12V/20V MAX fast charger featuring intelligent thermal diagnostics and an onboard 3-LED push-button fuel gauge, it ensures rapid turnaround, zero memory effect, and seamless compatibility across the complete ecosystem of DEWALT 20V MAX jobsite tools.
Best Used For:
- Overhead Drywall and Framing Fastening: Powering 20V MAX impact drivers and drill drivers continuously above shoulder height with a low-profile, lightweight battery footprint.
- Finish Sanding and Cabinet Trim Carpentry: Providing sustained runtime for cordless sheet and orbital sanders without causing tool tipping or uneven surface gouging.
- High-Mobility Mechanical and Electrical Punch Work: Equipping compact reciprocating saws, multi-tools, and jobsite flashlights for agile, all-day MEP maintenance passes.
Key Performance & Safety Features
- Compact 3.0Ah Power Architecture: Supplies 3.0 amp-hours of high-capacity runtime inside a space-saving housing that preserves tool ergonomics.
- Push-Button 3-LED Fuel Gauge: Provides instant visual feedback on remaining state of charge to prevent mid-cut tool stalling and unexpected project downtime.
- 45-Minute Rapid Charge Cycle: Included multi-voltage charger replenishes the 3.0Ah battery pack quickly to keep cordless jobsite equipment operational.
- Multi-Voltage Charging Diagnostics: Diagnostic LED communicates charge status, charged state, power line issues, and hot/cold battery temperature pack delays.
- Zero Memory Effect Chemistry: Premium lithium-ion formulation resists self-discharge during long storage periods to ensure full charge retention and maximum cell lifespan.
- 20V MAX Ecosystem Compatibility: Operates interchangeably across more than 300 DEWALT 20V MAX cordless construction, woodworking, and landscaping power tools.
What's Included
- (1) DEWALT DCB230 20V MAX 3.0Ah Compact Lithium-Ion Battery
- (1) DEWALT 12V MAX / 20V MAX Lithium-Ion Battery Charger
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | DEWALT Industrial Tool Co. |
| Model Number / Kit SKU | DCB230C |
| Product Category | Cordless Tool Battery & Charger Starter Kit |
| Nominal Operating Voltage | 20.0 Volts (20V MAX System) |
| Battery Capacity Rating | 3.0 Amp-Hours (Ah) |
| Battery Cell Chemistry | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| State of Charge Indicator | Integrated 3-LED Fuel Gauge System |
| Charger Input Voltage Compatibility | 120 Volts AC (Standard 60 Hz Grounded Outlet) |
| Charger Output Platforms | DEWALT 12V MAX and 20V MAX Lithium-Ion Batteries |
| Nominal Battery Charge Time | 45 Minutes (from fully depleted state) |
| Total Battery Pack Weight | 1.10 lbs (17.6 oz / 0.50 kg) |
| Tool System Compatibility | Entire DEWALT 20V MAX System Lineup (300+ Tools) |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 3-Year Limited Warranty / 1-Year Free Service |
Pro-Tip: Allow warm battery packs to cool down before slotting them into the charger; the intelligent diagnostic circuitry will delay charging on hot packs, so keeping cells at ambient temperature ensures fastest 45-minute charge cycles.
