Festool Bit Holder Reference Topic

[TinyShop]

[member=48572]Shane Holland[/member] - yeah, a little birdy told me about the forthcoming bit holder update before it was officially announced. Thanks for trying re: seeking clarification on what's different between the existing and soon-to-be holders. I'm still waiting for guidance on what bits are compatible with the existing holder so I'm not holding my breath.

FWIW I reached out via email to both Festool USA and Festool Germany and will report back with the results of that effort.

 

[threesixright]

[member=64030]TinyShop[/member],https://www.festoolproducts.com/festool-205097-centrotec-bit-holder-bhs-60mm.html

That look suspiciously much after the WERA "8784 A1 Zyklop Adapter", just with a CE shank  [eek]?  Rebatched?

Photo "8784 A1 Zyklop Adapter" with a centrotec ¼" CE shank.

 

[six-point socket II]

That's a neat idea for sure!

Kind regards,
Oliver

 

[six-point socket II]

The eagle has landed, I repeat, the eagle has landed.

Hi!

Thanks to Festool (Germany) for valuing and appreciating customer feedback from all fields of expertise! Thank you very much for the "care package"!  [eek]  [not worthy] [not worthy] [not worthy] [thumbs up] [drooling]

It's safe to say, the new Festool BHS 60 CE locking, quick-change bit-holder locks any and everything - and parts bit and magnet reliably, every time.

I'm going to call it lovingly, "Centrotec Rapidaptor" from here on now!

(Festool)

(Snap-On ACR)

(Facom)

(Wera Diamond)

(PB Swiss)

(Athlet)

(GRK)

(Spax (Wera))

(PB Swiss E6)

(Würth E6)

(PB Swiss E6)

(Wiha Y)

(DeWalt Extreme Impact Torsion)

(Wera Classic)

Kind regards,
Oliver

 

[semenza]

Oliver,

    Does the Centrotec Rapidapter stay in the unlocked / forward position?  Or do you have to hold it forward to insert / remove bits?

Seth

 

[Gregor]

32€ (+ VAT) list price.

*cough*

 

[Dick Mahany]

The Wera Rapidaptor is my absolute favorite bit holder and I especially like how the chuck stays pulled forward until a new bit is inserted and the chuck snaps back to lock it.  I'm hoping the new Centrotec version operates the same way.

 

[semenza]

The Wera Rapidaptor is my absolute favorite bit holder and I especially like how the chuck stays pulled forward until a new bit is inserted and the chuck snaps back to lock it.  I'm hoping the new Centrotec version operates the same way.

I am asking about that feature because it does stay forward on the screwdriver handles and the drill adapters but I don't think that is true for the socket / ratchet adapters. So it could be either way.

Seth

 

[Dick Mahany]

I have noticed a subtle but definite operational difference between the Wera Rapidaptor and the new Festool BHS-60-CE. 

When inserting a bit into the Wera Rapidaptor with the locking collar pulled forward, it takes a very small push of the bit to snap the lock collar back.  On the Festool, when inserting the bit, the magnet pulls the bit back all the way without the push and the lock collar snaps into position.  Also the force to open or close the lock collar is slightly higher on the Wera Rapidaptor than on the Festool.  This is the case with three Rapidaptors in my collection.  Otherwise they seem like the same animal with different shanks and finishes.

I'm sure the new Festool branded unit will be a much improved bit holder compared to previous Centrotec offerings.

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With the locking collars pulled forward, there is also a difference between the Centrotec shank and the typical hex shank where the circlip is not needed on the Festool.

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[six-point socket II]

Oliver,

    Does the Centrotec Rapidapter stay in the unlocked / forward position?  Or do you have to hold it forward to insert / remove bits?

Seth

Hi Seth,

I'm sorry, I have only seen your question now.

Pretty sure it does. I will check later and get back to you!

Kind regards,
Oliver

 

[six-point socket II]

Oliver,

    Does the Centrotec Rapidapter stay in the unlocked / forward position?  Or do you have to hold it forward to insert / remove bits?

Seth

Hi Seth,

I'm sorry, I have only seen your question now.

Pretty sure it does. I will check later and get back to you!

Kind regards,
Oliver

As expected, it does. (Sorry, just noticed it was already clear with [member=59951]Dick Mahany[/member] 's post , I'm a little sidelined right now.)

Kind regards,
Oliver

 

[Oksana]

Hello fellow tool lovers. This is my first post after purchasing Festool tools and joining FOG. I read through this thread before either of those events. I'm using the the TSX cordless drill and the BHS-60-CE. I was using a Milwaukee that requires two hands on the chuck to remove a bit. I don't have a third hand to hold the drill, so that was a bummer and not very ergonomic. I was wasting a lot of time and motion changing bits, which like most of you, I do frequently.

Has anyone noticed the 25mm bits will lock in the BHS adapter but the 50mm bits don't? The bottoms of both bits appear to be the same, so why won't the longer bit lock in?  They both came in the Mini Centrotec kit. The 50mm is easier to handle, especially with gloves, so I prefer them, but they fall out easily. 

As an aside, it's funny that spellcheck on this forum doesn't recognize "Festool"!

 

[semenza]

Hello fellow tool lovers. This is my first post after purchasing Festool tools and joining FOG. I read through this thread before either of those events. I'm using the the TSX cordless drill and the BHS-60-CE. I was using a Milwaukee that requires two hands on the chuck to remove a bit. I don't have a third hand to hold the drill, so that was a bummer and not very ergonomic. I was wasting a lot of time and motion changing bits, which like most of you, I do frequently.

Has anyone noticed the 25mm bits will lock in the BHS adapter but the 50mm bits don't? The bottoms of both bits appear to be the same, so why won't the longer bit lock in?  They both came in the Mini Centrotec kit. The 50mm is easier to handle, especially with gloves, so I prefer them, but they fall out easily. 

As an aside, it's funny that spellcheck on this forum doesn't recognize "Festool"!

Hi,

  Welcome to the forum!  [smile]

  I am guessing that the 50mm bits are the ones that are already Centrotec. They will go directly into the Centrotec chuck on the drill. The BHS 60 CE is essentially a quick change adapter to allow non-Centrotec bits of both wire and  ball detent to be used. Cebtrotec bits will not lock into the adapter, just regular bits.

  So try the 50mm directly in the Centrotec chuck. And use what ever 50mm ball detent bits that you like in the BHS 60 CE.

Seth

 

[jarbroen]

I finally bought myself one of the BHS-60 'green' bit holders.  $30 well spent.
Literally my only complain with my Festool drills was the lack of good bit holders.  Either ones without any retention or retention that requires 2 hands.
Now I have one hand each switch of bits just like my other WERA adapters.
Centrotec is neat if you have bigger/specific bits, but it's nice they are finally accommodating all the other bits we have laying around.
Plus, I like the bright green - especially on St Patrick's day!

 

[jarbroen]

I liked the new bit holder so much that I bought another one that was bundled with a bit set.
Even better, the bit set is one that fits in the attic tray on my T18 systainer.
Had to order from the UK - looks like 'NAINA' (as the kit).

It's the little things that are keeping me sane...

 

[Codestar]

Hi,

First post, just received the Festool Ratchet set and it had a new type handle with a fixed BHS-60 bit holder. Very nice in the hand!

Attachment doesn't appear to be showing correctly. Sorry. If anyone can advise how to show correctly.

    Cheers

        Phil       

 

[koenbro]

Looks like a Wera. I have several, both ratcheting and fixed — this handle style is my favorite.

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[DzordanoBruno]

Hello,
The new holder  BHS 60 CE. Good for new TID or is better option out there? I have Wera Impaktor and its good, but i dont like magnet to hold bit. I need mechanical holding power.
Sorry for my english.
Take care. bye

EDIT: BH CE 60 is Centrotec - not for TID18. For TID 18 is BT-IMP SORT3

 

[Markiee77]

Can anyone tell me the difference between the Centrotec bit holder BH60CE and BHS 60 CE?

Thanks in advance!

Mark

 

[semenza]

Can anyone tell me the difference between the Centrotec bit holder BH60CE and BHS 60 CE?

Thanks in advance!

Mark

One is a Festool branded Wera Rapidapter that fits into a Centrotec chuck ...............

    https://www.festoolusa.com/accessory/205097---bhs-60-ce

The other is a more standard impact bit holder that fits into a Centrotec chuck............

      https://www.festoolusa.com/accessory/498974---bh-60-ce-imp#Overview

The most important take away though is that the 'S' model is a very nice quick change bit holder the other(s) are more standard style , but all fit into a Centrotec chuck. 
       

Seth