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Brad Nailers · DeWalt 18V XR

DeWalt DCN680N-XJ 18V XR Brushless 18G Brad Nailer (Body Only)

2.4kg bare18V1-year warranty

Battery 18 gauge brad nailer for 15 to 54mm brads, with tool-free depth adjustment and jam clearing. DeWalt sells it in the UK as an 18 gauge second fix nailer.

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15mm
Shortest nail
54mm
Longest nail
110nails
Magazine
2.4kg
Weight (bare)

Where it sits among brad nailers

Against the 12 brad nailers we list. Not a score: bigger isn't always better for your job.

Longest nail54mm
35mm lowestMakita DFN350highest 54mmThis one
Magazine110nails
100nails lowestMakita DFN350highest 110nailsThis one
Weight (bare)2.4kg
1.9kg lightestMilwaukee M12 FCN18GSheaviest 3kgMakita DBN500
Noise (LpA)84dB(A)
68dB(A) lowestHiKOKI NT1850DFhighest 88dB(A)Bosch GNH18V-50-2M
Compare it with: + Bosch GNH18V-50-2M + Makita DFN350 + HiKOKI NT1850DF + Einhell FIXETTO 18/50 N

Full specs

From DeWalt's own documentation. Checked 04/10/2026. Report a spec error ›

Nails It Takes

TypeBrad
Nail gauge18G
Nail diameter1.25mm
Nail angle0°
Shortest nail15 mm
Longest nail54 mm
Magazine110 nails

Physical & Build

Weight (bare)2.4 kg
Weight (with battery)3.01 kg
Noise level84 dB(A) LpA / 95 dB(A) LwA
Vibration (nailing)2.5 m/s²

Firing & Features

Firing modesSequential and contact
Firing rateup to 4 nails per second (bump mode)
Tool-free depth adjust✓ Yes
Tool-free jam release✓ Yes

Power & Motor

DriveBattery
MechanismMechanical (gas-free), brushless motor
Voltage18V
MotorBrushless

Powered by DeWalt 18V XR · 12

All 12 batteries that fit this tool, smallest first. Kits and chargers ›

DCBP034 1.7Ah · 30.6Wh 0.32kg 2.72kg from £78.95at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
DCB183 2.0Ah · 36Wh 0.4kg 2.8kg from £44.95at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
DCBP318 3.5Ah · 63Wh 0.58kg 2.98kg from £99.95at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
DCB182 4.0Ah · 72Wh 0.61kg 3.01kg from £49.95at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
DCB184 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.62kg 3.02kg from £59.95at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
DCB184B 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.62kg 3.02kg No retailer price yet About this battery ›
DCBP518 5.0Ah · 90Wh 0.75kg 3.15kg from £122.95at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›
DCB546 6.0Ah · 108Wh · via DeWalt 18V/54V FlexVolt 1.08kg 3.48kg from £99.95at Tooled Up + £5.95 delivery View at Tooled Up ›

Tool weight worked out by adding each pack's weight to the bare tool, using the makers' figures. The maker's own with-battery figure can differ slightly. We may earn a commission on retailer links.

Warranty · 1yr

1 year on this toolDeWalt's longer cover doesn't apply to this kind of tool, so there's nothing to register.

DeWalt's warranty covers manufacturing defects. Check the maker's site for the current terms.

Warranty terms are set by the maker and can change. Always confirm current cover on their site before you buy.

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