Is the bit holder magnetic?
1469062
No, it isn't. But you can remove the bits with one single move (single handed).
1469063
Not magnetic but does hold the bit even before the lock engages. Pull collar to release instead of pushing like many other holders, much easier for single handed operation.
1469064
Bit holder is not magnetic, it has a built in spring which causes it to lock onto the bits.
1920913
I don't own this now but all standard screwdriver bits have a 1/4" hex shaft & will fit. Though the quick mechanical locking type shaft bit with the deep radiused approximately 3/16" wide groove, starting about 1/4" from the insertion end, aren't stable in this type of short insertion magnetic bit holder.
386024
Just purchased one yesterday and yes, there was a bit in the bit holder. Hard to notice but it was there.
1463770
Yea the magnetic is what holds it in place. Not a good idea if yours is made of plastic.
185710
No, the tool itself is not magnetized. Perhaps you could use magnetic bits with the tool, but the tool does not come with the bits or sockets.
98000
The individual bits are not magnetic. The 1/4' and 5/16" adapters, the bit extender, and of course the magnetic screw holder are. If you use any of these (except the 5/16" adapter) with the bits, then the bits will exhibit magnetic characteristics as well.
1461382
don't think so..... note bits have no indent to lock into handle, or bit holder
1324629
Nope, it's not magnetic. It hangs paper without magnets or push pins... it has a roller inside, which you can't see by the main picture. You push paper up into the back of the roller for it to hold. You lift paper up away from roller for it to release.
704094
Yes, it is. There are a few circumstances where it would be nice to have the bit not rotate, but that is the way they're designed.
1610213
It doesn't. That is what I was looking for when I bought this and I typed in magnetic but I sure can't tell that it is, if it is. But yesterday this screwdriver saved me. I was putting an old door back up and stripped the screw with my drill so I got out this new Philips head and it caught and held on all the screws so, I'd say get it anyway!
520974
It't not magnetic . Just slide the bit in and it locked. To remove bit just pull the sleeve down and slide tool out. It's a great tool
155964
As the other 2 responses point out there is a release on the bit holder. It's the small area of jimping (grooves) cut into the back of the holder. It doesn't move much but you do have to hold it down to remove the bit.
185709
No, it is not magnetic. However, there are spring-like "grabbers" down in the chuck that hold the bits in place very securely...they do not fall out.
970713
This screwdriver uses standard hex bits. For inserting into the driver itself, the bits must be the longer type with the notch for locking into the driver. For work on electronics (or most anything else) the driver works best if a magnetic bit holder is placed in the locking bit holder of the driver. Then place the bit of choice into the magnetic bit holder. This keeps the screws on the bit while moving them around. These magnetic holders come with many of the aftermarket bit sets or can be ordered by itself. Search for "magnetic bit holder" in Amazon. Take a look at Dewalt part number DW2054 or DW2045. Every hardware store has these bit sets in stock as they are widely used in the construction trade to drive sheet rock screws (etc.)
303395
I do not believe there is a magnet in the screwdriver, you can always magnetize the bit with a magnet though, works fine for small applications like this.
987009
Keep In Mind That The Bits Become Magnetic When Placed In Tip Of Screwdriver
1854805
The screwdriver bits are not -- my socket bits are slightly magnetic - they will pickup a standard paperclip.