DEWALT 20V MAX XR Cordless Rivet Tool 3/16" Bare Tool — Brushless, 2,100 lbf Pull

The DEWALT 20V MAX XR Brushless Cordless 3/16" Rivet Tool (DCF403B) is a lightweight, high‑force battery tool that installs up to 3/16" blind rivets and pulls as much as 2,100 lbf for dependable fastening on the jobsite.

This compact, bare‑tool riveter pairs a brushless motor with a short 0.98" stroke to deliver professional pulling power while trimming weight and maintenance. Designed to work with aluminum, steel and stainless blind rivets, it accepts multiple nose pieces without tools and stores extras on board. Note: battery and charger are sold separately.

How much pulling force and rivet capacity does this tool provide?

The brushless motor generates up to 2,100 lbf of pulling force, suitable for heavy‑duty stainless and steel blind rivets. DEWALT rates the tool to install as many as 800 rivets per charge under test conditions, helping reduce downtime for recharging.

• Max pulling force: 2,100 lbf for strong, consistent installs
• Rivet capacity per charge: up to 800 rivets (battery dependent)
• Stroke length: 0.98" to complete most rivet pulls in one stroke

What rivet sizes and materials can the DCF403B handle?

This riveter is compatible with common blind rivet diameters and handles a range of materials from soft aluminum to hardened stainless. Quick nose‑piece changes make it simple to switch sizes on site without tools.

• Supported sizes: 3/32", 1/8", 5/32", and 3/16" rivets
• Suitable materials: aluminum, steel, stainless steel blind rivets
• Tool‑free nose change and on‑board storage for fast size swaps

Which convenience and durability features improve jobsite productivity?

DEWALT built this model to save time and reduce interruptions. An integrated mandrel collector keeps used mandrels contained, while the LED work light improves visibility in tight or dim areas so you can keep working accurately.

• On‑board mandrel collector stores loose mandrels for tidy work
• Integrated LED work light brightens confined or low‑light spaces
• Compact, lightweight body eases overhead and extended use

What should I know about compatibility and what’s included?

The DCF403B ships as a bare tool: batteries and chargers are not included, so pair it with DEWALT 20V MAX XR batteries for optimal performance. Nose pieces are tool‑free and stored on the tool, but always verify rivet size and battery capacity match your workload.

• Bare tool only — battery and charger sold separately
• Works best with DEWALT 20V MAX XR batteries for rated rivet counts
• Tool‑free nose pieces and onboard storage are included for convenience

Who is this for? The DEWALT 20V MAX XR 3/16" Cordless Rivet Tool fits contractors, metal fabricators, maintenance teams and serious DIYers who need a portable, high‑force riveter that reduces downtime. If your work includes repeated blind rivet installs in aluminum, steel or stainless—and you want a compact tool that keeps mandrels contained and speeds size changes—this model delivers professional performance without hoses or compressors.