C-12 bits

[danrush]

Hi guys.  I'm not new to Festool, (use a bunch everyday as a cabinet installer) but I am new to this forum. So, I may ask some old questions.  Please be gentle!!  I have been trying to adapt spade bits ( also long 1/4" hex screw drives, etc.) for use in my centrotecs, with only some success. Usually involves some time at the grinder, etc.  Any ideas??

 

[Corwin]

Here's a thread to start you off...

Centrotec Square Drive Bit

 

[danrush]

Thanks Corwin,  looks like I'm on the right track, just need to refine my methods.

 

[Dan Clark]

Dan,

Welcome aboard!  It's always nice to have another "Dan" around.    ;D

Regarding spade bits, I guess I'm missing something.    For ball-detent bits like spade bits, take a look at the Festool BHS65 bit holder.  There are some pics about 1/2 way down in this thread:http://festoolownersgroup.com/index.php?topic=703.0.  This has worked well for me.

Regards,

Dan.

 

[danrush]

Hi Dan,

I've read a lot of your posts, and learned quite a bit...Thanks.  The BH 65 will work for me with driver bits.(not sure how I missed it before)  I use square drive almost exclusively, and the bit always seems to slip out of the mag. holder to stay with the screw; not noticed until after I've already moved on to the next cabinet to be hung!!  I'll have to experiment with the spade bits.
Thanks again for the welcome

Dan

 

[Dan Clark]

Dan,

Here are a couple of pics of the BH 65 before and after a spade bit is installed:

Regards,

Dan.

 

[danrush]

Thanks, Dan,  I'll order a couple of bh 65's now. I'll let you know how it works out.

 

[Dan Clark]

Dan,

Yes, please... Report back.  Sometimes things work well; sometimes not.  By reviewing, all of us benefit by learning about a tool's advantages and limitations. 

Regards,

Dan.