DeWalt DCL043 20V MAX LED Work Light

DeWalt DCL043 20V MAX LED Work Light is a strong, robust, and durable work light, suitable for illuminating construction sites and work areas but also for general use when the occasion arises, especially in emergencies and other off-the-grid situations.

DeWalt DCL043 20V MAX LED Work Light features 4 LEDs, providing bright white light for everyday use. DeWalt DCL043 is anything but an everyday flashlight but can come in extremely handy in many situations.

Updated: November 22, 2024.

DeWalt DCL043 LED Flashlight Features and Specifications

First of all, DeWalt DCL043 is sold without the battery and without the charger for a very simple reason - most potential users of DeWalt DCL043 flashlights already own DeWalt's lithium 20V Max and 20/60V FlexVolt batteries and chargers, required/accepted by DeWalt DCL043 flashlight.

However, if You don't own the required battery/charger, purchasing them with a DeWalt DCL043 flashlight can be your starting point for using DeWalt cordless tools since one battery system can be used to power a broad set of cordless tools.

Older DeWalt DCL043 20V MAX LED Work Light featured two light modes:

• bright white: when the unit is turned ON, three upper LEDs are turned ON, providing 1000 Lumens of light,
• red light: when the power switch is pressed again, the lower LED is turned ON, providing 90 Lumens of red light, protecting the night vision.

Newer DeWalt DCL043 20V MAX LED flashlights also feature two light modes, but without red light:

• high output: 1500 lumens output for maximum visibility and beam range up to ~465m (508 yards, 1525 feet).
• low output: 500 lumens for maximum runtime.

Before purchasing, check which submodel the store has.

When the older DeWalt DCL043 is powered by, for example, DeWalt DCB201 20V MAX battery, one may expect 3.5 hours of bright white light or 13 hours of red light. When the newer DeWalt DCL043 is powered by a DeWalt DCB201 20V MAX battery, one may expect 2.5 hours of bright white light (high output).

Of course, when the larger DeWalt 20V MAX or DeWalt FlexVolt 20/60V MAX (Amazon links, open in the new windows) batteries are used, the runtime is increased, too. Also, larger batteries would make the DeWalt DCL043 more stable when placed on a flat surface.

DeWalt DCL043 20V MAX LED Work Light also features:

• a belt hook (near the battery) which enables the flashlight to be carried hooked to the belt,
• an integral hook (near the pivoting head), which allows the user to hang the flashlight, helping with the hands-free operation,
• 90° pivoting head which projects the light in multiple directions while standing on its base (battery),
• over-molded lens cover protects the flashlight and increases its durability.

Note: unfortunately, when the battery is placed on its base, light can be pointed horizontally or upwards, but not downwards, which would be very useful in many situations. If you are in a room with a white/bright ceiling, point the flashlight upward and enjoy the benefits of indirect light.

Long Story Short: If You are looking for a strong and durable work light, consider the DeWalt DCL043 flashlight.

It provides 500 or 1500 lumens of white light, it features a dust/waterproof level of IP54, it weighs 1.42 pounds (~0.65 kg) without the battery, and it comes with a 3-year limited warranty. If you need red light mode, try to find older models of this battery.

For more reviews and recommendations, feel free to check the DeWalt DCL043 20V MAX LED Work Light Amazon link (link opens in the new window).