Key Features
2,100 lbf Pulling Force
The brushless motor gives this cordless rivet tool the muscle to set aluminum, steel, and stainless steel blind rivets up to 3/16 inch. That means fewer stalled pulls and more consistent fastening when you are working with tougher materials.
Built for Production Work
Rated for up to 800 rivets per charge with a DCB203 battery and 3/16 inch stainless steel rivets, this tool is made for repetitive fastening. Less downtime means you keep moving instead of stopping to swap batteries constantly.
Faster Size Changes
Tool-free nose piece changes and on-board nose piece storage make it easier to switch between 3/32 inch, 1/8 inch, 5/32 inch, and 3/16 inch rivets. That saves time when the job calls for different fastener sizes in the same assembly.
Overview The DEWALT 20V MAX XR Brushless Cordless 3/16 in. Rivet Tool, Model DCF403B, is a battery-powered riveter built for installing blind rivets in sheet metal and fabricated assemblies. This is a cordless rivet tool designed for setting blind rivets in metalworking, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and automotive applications. If you already work on the DEWALT 20V MAX platform and need a faster alternative to hand riveters, this tool gives you real jobsite speed without dragging around an air hose. The big story here is pulling force and productivity. DEWALT rates it at up to 2,100 lbf of pulling force, which is what lets it handle aluminum, steel, and stainless steel blind rivets up to 3/16 inch. It also has a 0.98 inch stroke length, so most rivets can be fastened in one stroke instead of fighting through a partial set. On repetitive fastening work, that matters. You get more consistent installs and less hand fatigue compared to manual riveting. This riveter is set up for production-style work, not occasional patch jobs. DEWALT states it can pull up to 800 rivets per charge when used with 3/16 inch stainless steel rivets and a DCB203 battery, sold separately. That kind of runtime makes sense for shop fabrication, panel installation, trailer work, metal enclosures, and service crews who need cordless mobility but still have a lot of rivets to set in a day. DEWALT also did the practical stuff right. The tool-free nose piece change keeps setup simple when you move between rivet diameters, and the on-board nose piece storage means you are less likely to lose the parts you need halfway through a job. An on-board mandrel collector helps manage spent mandrels instead of letting them scatter across the floor or inside finished equipment. There is also an integrated LED work light to help when you are inside cabinets, under vehicle bodies, or working in dim mechanical spaces. As a bare tool, the DCF403B is aimed squarely at users who already own DEWALT 20V MAX batteries and chargers. It is a 20V cordless riveter with battery power and no cord to manage, which is a real advantage when you are climbing ladders, working overhead, or moving around large assemblies. If you are already invested in the DEWALT cordless system, adding this rivet tool is a straightforward way to speed up fastening without adding another power platform. The included nose pieces support 3/32 inch, 1/8 inch, 5/32 inch, and 3/16 inch rivets, so the tool covers the common blind rivet sizes a lot of trades actually use. That makes it useful for HVAC duct and panel work, electrical enclosures, sheet metal fabrication, plumbing supports, automotive body and accessory work, and general mechanical assembly. It is not a one-size-fits-all shop gimmick. It is a purpose-built fastening tool for people who set rivets often enough to care about speed, consistency, and less downtime. Who should buy it? Pros and serious DIY users who regularly work with blind rivets and want cordless convenience without giving up pulling performance. If you only set a few rivets a year, a manual riveter is cheaper. If riveting is part of your normal workflow, the DEWALT 20V MAX XR Brushless Cordless 3/16 in. Rivet Tool earns its keep fast. Pull Rivets Without Air Hoses
For mobile work, a cordless rivet gun is simply easier to live with than pneumatic equipment. You can move from panel to panel, work overhead, and get into tighter service areas without managing a hose or compressor.
Up to 2,100 lbf of pulling force for aluminum, steel, and stainless steel blind rivets 20V battery power gives you jobsite mobility for installs, repairs, and field service
Built for Repetitive Metal Fastening
When the job has dozens or hundreds of rivets, productivity numbers matter. This tool is rated for up to 800 rivets per charge in the stated test setup, which makes it a good fit for production runs and service crews that do not want to stop every few minutes.
Up to 800 rivets per charge with 3/16 inch stainless steel rivets and DCB203 battery Integrated LED light helps when you are working inside cabinets, under vehicles, or in dim corners
Switch Sizes Faster on the Job
Small convenience features make a big difference on fastening tools. Tool-free nose piece changes, on-board storage, and the mandrel collector all cut down on the little interruptions that slow you down over the course of a day.
Compatible with 3/32 inch, 1/8 inch, 5/32 inch, and 3/16 inch rivets 0.98 inch stroke length helps fasten most rivets in one stroke
What's in the Box
(1) DCF403B 20V MAX XR 3/16 in. Rivet Tool
(1) 3/32 in. Nose Piece
(1) 1/8 in. Nose Piece
(1) 5/32 in. Nose Piece
(1) 3/16 in. Nose Piece
(1) Replacement Jaw Set
(1) Belt Hook