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    Bit Adapters

    Use hex-shank bits (also known as insert bits) in drills and powered screwdrivers. These adapters have a groove in the shank to fit in a power-tool chuck.
    Hex Shank
    Size
    For Bit
    Shank Type
    For Bit Hex
    Shank Size
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    Ball-Detent Bit Holder
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Bit Adapters, Ball-Detent Bit Holder.
    1/4"Hex4 mm2 3/8"Steel000000000000
     
    Magnet Bit Holder
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Bit Adapters, Magnet Bit Holder.
    1/4"Hex1/4"2 1/8"Stainless Steel
    		00000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"2 3/8"Stainless Steel
    		00000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"2 5/8"Stainless Steel
    		00000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"2 7/8"Steel000000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"3"Stainless Steel
    		00000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"3 7/8"Stainless Steel
    		00000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"5 7/8"Stainless Steel
    		000000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"7 7/8"Stainless Steel
    		000000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"10"Stainless Steel
    		000000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"12"Stainless Steel
    		000000000000
    1/4"Hex5/16"3 1/4"Steel000000000000
    5/16"Hex1/4"3 1/8"Steel000000000000
    5/16"Hex5/16"3 1/8"Steel000000000000
    7/16"Hex1/4"3 1/8"Steel000000000000
     
    Retaining-Ring Bit Holder
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Bit Adapters, Retaining-Ring Bit Holder.
    1/4"Hex1/4"2 1/8"Stainless Steel
    		00000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"4"Stainless Steel
    		00000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"6"Stainless Steel
    		000000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"10"Stainless Steel
    		000000000000
    5/16"Hex5/16"2 1/2"Steel000000000000
     

    Strong-Hold Bit Adapters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Strong-Hold Bit Adapters , Magnetic Quick-Change Chuck.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Strong-Hold Bit Adapters , Magnetic-Twist-Lock Bit Holder.

    Magnetic

    Quick-Change

    Chuck

    Magnetic-Twist-Lock

    Bit Holder

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Strong-Hold Bit Adapters , Twist-Lock Bit Holder.
    Image of Product. Quick-Change Chuck for HIOS Bit Shank. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Strong-Hold Bit Adapters , Quick-Change Chuck, For HIOS Bit Shank.

    Twist-Lock Bit

    Holder

    Quick-Change Chuck

    for HIOS Bit Shank

    Image of Product. Quick-Change Chuck for Hex Bit Shank. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Strong-Hold Bit Adapters , Quick-Change Chuck, For Hex Bit Shank.

    Quick-Change

    Chuck for Hex

    Bit Shank

    Lock your bit into the adapter to prevent accidental disengagement. Use hex-shank bits (also known as insert bits) in drills and powered screwdrivers. These adapters have a groove in the shank to fit in a power-tool chuck.
    Magnetic Quick-Change Chuck—To secure a bit in adapters with quick-change chuck, pull back on the chuck to insert the bit and then push it forward to lock the bit place.
    Magnetic-Twist-Lock Bit Holder—To secure a bit in twist-lock adapters, tighten the knurled end.
    Twist-Lock Bit Holder—To secure a bit in twist-lock adapters, tighten the knurled end. Adapters that have nonmagnetic bit holders won’t attract loose metal parts and shavings.
    Quick-Change Chuck—Adapters that have nonmagnetic bit holders won’t attract loose metal parts and shavings. To secure a bit in adapters with quick-change chuck, pull back on the chuck to insert the bit and then push it forward to lock the bit place.
    Hex Shank
    Size
    For Bit Shank Type
    For Bit Hex
    Shank Size
    For Bit HIOS
    Shank Size, mm
    For Bit Half Moon
    Shank Size, mm
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    Magnetic Quick-Change Chuck
    1/4"Hex, Quick-Change Hex1/4"——2"Steel0000000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"——2 3/8"Stainless Steel
    		000000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"——2 7/8"Stainless Steel
    		000000000000
    1/4"Hex, Quick-Change Hex1/4"——6"Steel000000000000
    1/4"Hex, Quick-Change Hex1/4"——12"Steel000000000000
     
    Magnetic-Twist-Lock Bit Holder
    1/4"Hex1/4"——3"Stainless Steel
    		00000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"——3 1/8"Stainless Steel
    		000000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"——6"Stainless Steel
    		000000000000
     
    Twist-Lock Bit Holder
    1/4"Hex1/4"——2 3/8"Stainless Steel
    		00000000000
     
    Quick-Change Chuck
    1/4"HIOS, Half Moon—442"Steel000000000000
    5/16"Hex7/16"——2 3/8"Aluminum
    		000000000000
     

    Extensions for Hex-Shank Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bit Extensions. Extensions for Hex-Shank Drill Bits.
    Attach to the shank of a drill bit to extend its reach. Tighten the set screws to secure the drill bit in the extension.
    For Drill Bit
    Shank Size
    Shank
    Size
    Overall
    Lg.
    OD
    Material
    Includes
    Each
    One-Piece Extensions
    1/4"1/4"6"5/8"SteelHex L-Key000000000000
    1/4"1/4"12"5/8"SteelHex L-Key00000000000
    5/16"5/16"18"21/32"SteelHex L-Key000000000000
    5/16"5/16"24"21/32"SteelHex L-Key000000000000
    7/16"7/16"5 1/2"3/4"SteelHex L-Key000000000000
    7/16"7/16"12"3/4"SteelHex L-Key000000000000
    7/16"7/16"18"7/8"SteelHex L-Key000000000000
    7/16"7/16"24"13/16"SteelHex L-Key000000000000
     

    Extensions for Quick-Change Hex-Shank Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bit Extensions. Extensions for Quick-Change Hex-Shank Drill Bits.
    A quick-change mechanism allows for fast bit changes. Attach to the shank of a drill bit to extend its reach.
    For Drill Bit
    Shank Size
    Shank
    Size
    Overall
    Lg.
    OD
    Material
    Each
    One-Piece Extensions
    1/4"1/4"6"5/8"Steel0000000000000
    1/4"1/4"12"5/8"Steel000000000000
     

    Adjustable-Length Extensions for Quick-Change Hex-Shank Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Shown Fully Extended. Front orientation. Drill Bit Extensions. Adjustable-Length Extensions for Quick-Change Hex-Shank Drill Bits.

    Shown Fully Extended

    Adjust these extensions to the desired length. They have a quick-change mechanism for fast bit changes. Attach to the shank of a drill bit to extend its reach.
    For Drill Bit
    Shank Size
    Shank
    Size
    Overall Lg.
    OD
    Shank
    Material
    Body
    Material
    Each
    One-Piece Extensions
    1/4"1/4"8", 10", 12"3/4"SteelAluminum
    		0000000000000
    1/4"1/4"14", 16", 18", 20", 22", 24"3/4"SteelAluminum
    		000000000000
     

    Bit Adapters for Impact Drivers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Bit Adapters for Impact Drivers.
    These adapters are designed to withstand the high torque of impact drivers. They have a groove in the shank to fit in the tool’s chuck and accept hex-shank bits (also known as insert bits) as well as hex-shank bits for power tools.
    Hex Shank
    Size
    For Bit Shank Type
    For Bit Hex
    Shank Size
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    Magnet Bit Holder
    1/4"Hex, Quick-Change Hex1/4"3"Steel0000000000000
     

    Flexible Bit Adapters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Flexible Bit Adapters.
    Bend these adapters up to 90° to access hard-to-reach fasteners. Use hex-shank bits (also known as insert bits) in drills and powered screwdrivers.
    Hex Shank
    Size
    For Bit
    Shank Type
    For Bit Hex
    Shank Size
    For Max. Drill
    Torque, in·lbf
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    Magnet Bit Holder
    1/4"Hex1/4"427 1/2"Steel00000000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"15611"Steel0000000000000
     

    Screw-Guiding Bit Adapters

    Image of Product. With Aluminum Sleeve. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Screw-Guiding Bit Adapters, Magnet Bit Holder, For Hex Bit Shank, Aluminum Sleeve.
    Image of Product. With Plastic Sleeve. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Screw-Guiding Bit Adapters, Magnet Bit Holder, For Hex Bit Shank, Plastic Sleeve.

    With Aluminum

    Sleeve

    With Plastic Sleeve

    Keep bits from slipping. Insert a bit into the adapter, place a screw on the end of the bit, and slide the adapter sleeve over the screw. The sleeve retracts as the screw is driven. Use hex-shank bits (also known as insert bits) in drills and powered screwdrivers.
    Plastic Sleeve—Plastic sleeve is clear so you can see that the bit is making contact.
    Hex Shank
    Size
    For Bit
    Shank Type
    For Bit Hex
    Shank Size
    For Max.
    Screw Head Dia.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    Sleeve
    Material
    Each
    Magnet Bit Holder
    1/4"Hex1/4"3/8"3 1/8"Stainless Steel
    		Aluminum
    		0000000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"3/8"4 5/8"Stainless Steel
    		Aluminum
    		000000000000
    1/4"Hex1/4"3/8"4 5/8"Stainless Steel
    		Plastic000000000000
     

    Screw-Holding Bit Adapters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Screw-Holding Bit Adapters.
    A magnetic ring at the end of the adapter holds flat-head screws in place to ensure good contact between the bit and screw. Use hex-shank bits (also known as insert bits) in drills and powered screwdrivers.
    Hex Shank
    Size
    For Bit
    Shank Type
    For Bit Hex
    Shank Size
    Overall
    Lg.
    Screw-Holding
    Mechanism
    Material
    Each
    Magnet Bit Holder
    1/4"Hex1/4"2 3/4"MagnetStainless Steel
    		000000000000
     

    Tight-Clearance Bit Adapters

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Tight-Clearance Bit Adapters.
    The head is angled 90° to drive fasteners in tight spaces. Use the pivoting handle to guide and steady the bit. These adapters hold hex-shank bits (also known as insert bits) and power bits in drills and powered screwdrivers.
    For Max.
    Drill
    Hex Shank
    Size
    For Bit Shank Type
    For Bit Hex
    Shank Size
    Torque,
    in·lbf
    Speed,
    rpm
    Overall
    Lg.
    Offset
    Angle
    Each
    Retaining-Ring Bit Holder
    1/4"Hex, Quick-Change Hex1/4"2351,7506"90°0000000000000
     

    Strong-Hold Bit Adapters for Ratchet Wrenches

    Lock your bit into the adapter to prevent accidental disengagement. These adapters fit square-drive tools and accept hex-shank screwdriver bits. They have nonmagnetic bit holders, so they won’t attract loose metal parts and shavings.
    Twist-Lock Bit Holder—To secure a bit in twist-lock adapters, tighten the knurled end.
    Quick-Change Chuck—To secure a bit in adapters with quick-change chuck, pull back on the chuck to insert the bit and then push it forward to lock the bit place.
    Square Drive
    Size
    For Bit Shank Type
    For Bit Hex
    Shank Size
    Overall
    Lg.
    Material
    Each
    Twist-Lock Bit Holder
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Strong-Hold Bit Adapters for Ratchet Wrenches, Twist-Lock Bit Holder.
    1/4"Hex, Quick-Change Hex1/4"1 1/8"Steel000000000000
    3/8"Hex, Quick-Change Hex5/16"1 3/8"Steel00000000000
     
    Quick-Change Chuck
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Bit Adapters. Strong-Hold Bit Adapters for Ratchet Wrenches, Quick-Change Chuck.
    1/4"Hex, Quick-Change Hex1/4"1 1/4"Steel0000000000000
    3/8"Hex, Quick-Change Hex1/4"1 5/8"Steel0000000000000
    3/8"Hex, Quick-Change Hex5/16"2"Steel0000000000000
    1/2"Hex, Quick-Change Hex1/4"2"Steel0000000000000
    1/2"Hex, Quick-Change Hex5/16"2"Steel0000000000000
     
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