Centrotec Installers Set 498796

[Jason Kehl]

I was looking into the installer set as well, but the non-replacement of indiviual bits is a significant issue for me, as well as the set having things I don't need and missing things I do.

I opted to take the time to decide what I really wanted in a field set and was able to buy top quality Colt forstner bits and brad points in the sizes I need through Lee Valley. I also purchased the centrotec bits I will actually use, and mixed these new items in with what I already own into a sys1. By using the adjustable divider set available for the sys1 I ended up with an installers set perfectly tailored to my needs, and for less money than the Festool Installers Set.

If I break any of the bits I can buy individual replacments, or add individual new sizes to the set at any time. The dividers in the sys1 are moveable for future customization and fine-tuning.

The most frequently used drill and drivers bits are centrotec, and the keyless chuck works fine for the others.

Jason

 

[hockey_magnet]

To me it's simple - if you need most of the bits, particularly the drill bits and the countersink, which are the most expensive items if bought separately, it's actually a good deal. If you're buying it just for tyhe organization and that Systainer insert, not such a good deal. I bought it as I had just bought my first Festool drill and ddin't already have most of the components so for me it made sense and I do like the hand driver for convenience

 

[nnordrum]

To me it's simple - if you need most of the bits, particularly the drill bits and the countersink, which are the most expensive items if bought separately, it's actually a good deal. If you're buying it just for tyhe organization and that Systainer insert, not such a good deal. I bought it as I had just bought my first Festool drill and ddin't already have most of the components so for me it made sense and I do like the hand driver for convenience

That's pretty much the conclusion I came to... I mapped out the prices of the individual items and then selected the ones I would plan to buy separately, and was very surprised how much stuff was "free" by taking the plunge all at once. Still haven't pulled the trigger yet though...

 

[RONWEN]

I bought the Installer's kit and Zobo bits when they became available.  They are great for me in my shop -- if I were an installer moving around a lot where it might be easy to leave bits in the back of cabinets, etc. I wouldn't like it well that Festool doesn't support replacement bits.

 

[CutsTwice]

I don't have much to say that the other fellas didn't, but I'll thought I'd mention that I've bought both of the last two centrotec sets available in NA, and once you get over the cost, there is nothing better than always knowing where the bit is that you need, and always knowing when one is missing. IMO they are overpriced, but if you keep track of them they will serve you for a good long time.

 

[woodwreck]

You know - I think Tupperware parties are an insane, stupid, moronic load of rubbish ... But if somebody invited me to a systainer/tanos party - I'd go!

Now Kev, there you have a great idea! Can the TS 55, when used in conjunction with the Parallel Guides, produce popsicle sticks to fit the Tupper freezer molds?  [blink]  [big grin]

 

[fritter63]

You know - I think Tupperware parties are an insane, stupid, moronic load of rubbish ... But if somebody invited me to a systainer/tanos party - I'd go!

Now Kev, there you have a great idea! Can the TS 55, when used in conjunction with the Parallel Guides, produce popsicle sticks to fit the Tupper freezer molds?  [blink]  [big grin]

Sure, if you're cutting them from a sheet of plysicle!!!

 

[woodwreck]

This thread throughly discussed the full set v. alternatives. Just wanted to say, FYI,  that having happily bought the Systainer 3, this little sucker weighs 13 pounds empty.  [crying]