Features
An automatic drywall taper is used to apply the first coat of joint compound and tape to flat and angled drywall seams. It significantly increases drywall taping efficiency, as it applies the first bed of compound and tape in 1 pass. The DEWALT automatic taper has an high-quality extruded aluminum compound tube that has been hard-coat anodized for extreme durability and easy cleanup. Internally, the finish ensures smooth operation while also prolonging the life of the premium urethane plunger. The head of the DEWALT automatic taper is precision machined from high-grade billet aluminum that is resistant to corrosion and premature breakdown. Side plates, internal plates, cable drum, drive chain and other components are stainless steel for long term durability. A quick-clean cover plate utilizes a single thumb screw for easy removal during cleaning. The DEWALT automatic taper features an integrated, trigger-controlled creaser wheel to efficiently sets the tape into drywall corners, as well as a quick-change tape holder that makes exchanging tape rolls fast and easy. For ultra-smooth operation, the DEWALT automatic taper utilizes a rolling chain idling system that reduces drag, as well as easy-glide wheels embedded into the control sleeve. An adjustable roller brake and cutting spring tensioner allows the user to customize the feel of the taper to personal preference.Taper head is precision machined from high-grade billet aluminum that has extreme corrosion resistance to corrosion
Stainless steel side plates, internal plates, cable drum, drive chain and other major components for long term durability
Ultra-smooth operation via a rolling chain idling system that reduces drag, as well as easy-glide wheels embedded into the control sleeve
Integrated, trigger-controlled creaser wheel to efficiently set the tape into drywall corners
Quick-change tape holder makes exchanging tape rolls fast and easy
Quick-clean cover plate features a single thumb screw for easy removal during cleaning
Guaranteed tough DEWALT automatic drywall tools are backed by a 10-year limited warranty
DeWalt’s history stretches all the way back to 1922 when founder, Raymond DeWalt, finalized the first woodworking machine. This led to the official start for the DeWalt company two years later in 1924 where their focus was on producing the same “Wonder-Worker” machine that could be set up in nine different configurations. DeWalt continued to grow over the decades finally introducing their first portable power tools in 1992 and many other innovations such as the ability to track tools via Bluetooth which was introduced in 2015. Over the past century, DeWalt has been a name that professional tradesmen have come to trust thanks to their outstanding quality, performance and thoughtful advances in technology. When you’re buying a DeWalt tool take comfort in the fact that they have been the go-to source for high quality tools on a jobsite for nearly 100 years.