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  • Jul 24, 2011, 03:34 AM
    Oneill474
    Magnetic screwdriver bit
    The screw itself keeps falling when you try driving it home. The magnetic
    Holder holds the bit, but the bit itself is not magnetic. Do they have some kind
    Of bit that is magnetic, or a driver that hold the screw in place. A drywall bit
    Kind of works okay for drywall, the screws stay and don't drop out.

    All magnetis bits holders I have used hold the bit only not the screw. Thyey may have a enclosure to capoture the screw and keep it from wandering but not hold the screw like a magnetis bit itself.
    There must be something out there in the marketplace?
  • Jul 24, 2011, 06:04 AM
    Stratmando

    Some bit holders have weak magnets. Bits are not usually magnetized? If the same polarity than the bit holder, it would push the bit out.
    They won't hold non ferrous screws(stainless, brass, aluminum).
    In that case, I put a little Slipstick, (a lube for pulling electrical wire)between the bit and the screw and it holds fine. I have hand screwdrivers that will hold a screw physically. Will see if I can find photos of these 2 types.
  • Jul 24, 2011, 08:39 AM
    DG

    I agree with Stratmando.
    If you buy the cheap holders they are weak,
    I bought a Black and Decker set with the bits and its pretty strong,
  • Jul 24, 2011, 11:31 AM
    Oneill474
    Comment on Stratmando's post
    Very good advice
  • Jul 24, 2011, 11:32 AM
    Oneill474
    Comment on DG's post
    Great. Thanks

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