Overview
If your power tool is running rough, sparking more than usual, or cutting out intermittently, worn carbon brushes are a likely culprit. These aftermarket replacements drop right into the brush holders and restore proper motor operation for a fraction of the cost of a new tool.
Key specifications
- Type: carbon motor brushes
- Material: carbon-graphite composite
- Includes: matched pair with leads
Compatibility
Fits DeWALT DW124 DW292 DW293 DW294 DW130V DW124K DW130V and additional models sharing the same component design. Confirm your specific model in the compatibility chart to ensure a correct match.
Installation notes
Disconnect power to the tool. Remove the brush holder caps or covers and slide out the worn brushes. Compare them to the new ones to confirm the dimensions match. Insert the replacements with the lead wires routed correctly, reinstall the caps, and test-run the tool at low speed for a minute to allow the brush faces to conform to the commutator.
Common questions
Q: Will the 655213-02 carbon brush with lead fit my DeWALT DW124K right-angle drill, or is it only for the DW124?
Yes, this brush is compatible with both the DW124 and DW124K, as well as the DW130V, DW292, DW293, and DW294 listed for this part. If your tool matches one of those exact model numbers, the 655213-02 brush with lead is the correct replacement style.
Q: When replacing the 655213-02 brushes in my DW130V, do I need to replace both brushes or can I just change the worn one?
It’s best to replace both motor brushes at the same time, even if only one looks badly worn. That helps maintain even contact on the commutator and can prevent weak performance, sparking, or uneven wear after installation.
Q: My DeWALT DW293 runs but has heavy sparking and intermittent power—could worn 655213-02 carbon brushes with lead cause that, and is there anything I should check during installation?
Yes, worn brushes are a common cause of sparking, reduced power, and inconsistent operation on the DW293. When installing the new brushes, make sure the brush moves freely in the holder, the lead is routed the same way as the original, and inspect the commutator for heavy burning or pitting before reassembly.
