Help The Bit is stuck in the FastFix Depth Stop Chuck DD_CD

[msw]

I just bought the FastFix Depth Stop chuck DD-CD which came with a bit in it, I tried to take the bit out of it, but I can't, is there a special way to take the bit out , is it suppose to be hard to take out the bit.

The magnetic is so strong I don't know how to change the bits

thanks

Meezo

 

[AlexThePalex]

Isn't there some sort of sleeve or ring you have to push back? I would think the bit is locked in there just like in any other locking bit holder.

 

[peter halle]

Have you tried removing the cone nose piece and then looking to see if there is a collar of some type below that can be moved downwards to release the bit?  I don't have that accessorie, but my suggestions are based on similar.

Peter

 

[Brice Burrell]

The bit should come out, there is no locking collar.

 

[msw]

The magnetic is very strong, I am tempted to use pliers to pull the bit out. 

Otherwise, I give up.

Cheers.

Meezo

 

[Brice Burrell]

The silver tip, the part that acts as the stop, will come off.  Twist the silver tip 90 degrees and pull it out, then you'll be able to get a much better grip on the Phillips tip.

 

[Corwin]

Yes, Brice is correct that the silver end unscrews (twists) off easily to gain access.  On mine, the bit comes out very easily.  However, I looked into the hex recess with the bit removed and noticed metal debris leftover from the manufacturing process.  When I first got my C12 I also noticed the same debris in it too.  So, do check and clean out as needed.

 

[Sparktrician]

Yes, Brice is correct that the silver end unscrews (twists) off easily to gain access.  On mine, the bit comes out very easily.  However, I looked into the hex recess with the bit removed and noticed metal debris leftover from the manufacturing process.  When I first got my C12 I also noticed the same debris in it too.  So, do check and clean out as needed.

I concur with Corwin.  Mine is relatively easy to pull the Phillips bit if needed.  Regular cleaning is essential to keep the gunk from locking the tip in there after a bunch of usage. 

[smile]

 

[AlexThePalex]

Well, those magnets in the Festool bits are strong. A bit too strong for my taste. I had a problem with my extra long bit holder, the bit also wouldn't come out. Sometimes had to use a some pliers to get the bit out. At one point, the entire magnet came with it. Ugh!

 

[Kristian]

I've had the magnet come loose from my Centrotec bit holder as well. I guess that if it does it again I could fix it with a strong adhesive.

- Kristian