Chuck for impact driver

[Paddington]

Thinking about getting a chuck for my DeWalt impact driver so I can drill holes without having to take a separate cordless drill out with me. I could get a set of hex shank drills, but I don't think these are too common. Don't need great accuracy, so don't think the torque action would be a problem. Anyone use one ?

 

[Steevo]

Have to be careful the impact action doesn’t ruin or snap the drill bits.

 

[br jones]

Thinking about getting a chuck for my DeWalt impact driver so I can drill holes without having to take a separate cordless drill out with me. I could get a set of hex shank drills, but I don't think these are too common. Don't need great accuracy, so don't think the torque action would be a problem. Anyone use one ?

you can buy hex shank drill bits anywhere ,steel or wood ?

 

[steveR]

Have to be careful the impact action doesn’t ruin or snap the drill bits.

That is what I found when I experimented with one.

The sparkies here were driving Tek screws with an impact driver, and they seemed lose a few snapping...

 

[éire man]

Thinking about getting a chuck for my DeWalt impact driver so I can drill holes without having to take a separate cordless drill out with me. I could get a set of hex shank drills, but I don't think these are too common. Don't need great accuracy, so don't think the torque action would be a problem. Anyone use one ?

I had the same problem; I only wanted to carry my 12 V impact driver with me on a new hospital build, I was mostly driving screws into drywall slabs. Wanted to drill the odd 6/10/20 mm hole in plastic.

Couldn't source one online so pulled the chuck off an old drill and ground a 1/4 " hex into the shaft attaching gearbox to chuck.

It actually worked quite welI, don't need it anymore. I'd happily send it to you if you'd pay the postage

Pat

 

[Robert K]

Thinking about getting a chuck for my DeWalt impact driver so I can drill holes without having to take a separate cordless drill out with me. I could get a set of hex shank drills, but I don't think these are too common. Don't need great accuracy, so don't think the torque action would be a problem. Anyone use one ?

Hole maker technology have a whole range https://holemaker-technology.com/

 

[Bury the Trash]

Milwaukee Shockwave HSS-G Red Hex Impact Rated Drill Bit Set | Toolstation

Impact rated titanium coated drill bits with 1/4" hex shank optimised for impact drivers. The 135° tip angle reduces tip walking and allows a precise start. The flute design allows for faster material ejection and decreases heat build-up for more efficiency. Sizes: 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9...

www.toolstation.com

or better tother way around i reckon, just take the cordless drill instead and do all. gentler if required and more controllable for all types as well.

 

[wanton dwarf]

Thinking about getting a chuck for my DeWalt impact driver so I can drill holes without having to take a separate cordless drill out with me. I could get a set of hex shank drills, but I don't think these are too common. Don't need great accuracy, so don't think the torque action would be a problem. Anyone use one ?

Just bought a Makita hex chuck. Will be using it on wood for pre drilling screws, not used in anger yet.

 

[Dave]

HMT 209015-0080 8mm VersaDrive Turbo Tip Impact Drill Bit

The HMT 8mm VersaDrive Turbo Tip Impact Drill Bit 209015-0080 is an ideal bit for any toolbox, whether you are a professional tradesman or DIY enthusiast. This is supplied on its own, however it can be used with the Versadrive adapter to make it compatible with impact drivers.

www.ffx.co.uk

 

[Hilly]

Hmt bits are fantastic, i wouldnt be bothering with a chuck .

 

[Bury the Trash]

HMT Versa drive itself is not a 1/4 inch shank and they will break the same as any other make of drill bit but are a good ten times the cost.

 

[Bury the Trash]

spotted these earlier when looking for something else..

Faithfull HSSE M35 Cobalt Impact Drill Bit 5pc Set FAIQCSET5 XMS23COBALT5 | Sealants and Tools Direct