My question may seem nitpicky but I need to know if the chuck will grip down to zero diameter. I often drill holes that are .033" dia.
1651314
Yes, the jaws close all the way until there is no opening at all. They are completely closed. So, I believe the chuck will grip down to zero diameter. I hope this helps with your decision.
1651315
I believe is drill would not be the one for that small of a bit, you may need to go to a flex drive with a stationary mount motor so you don't have to hold so much I your hand to control such a fragil bit.
328715
I will check for you this afternoon. Well I checked with my smallest drill bit which I measured with my calipers at 1.5 mm and it grips it nice and tight. Hope this helps.
181657
it will fit a 3/8 chuck (regular) however you will have a problem keeping the whole thing aligned, and not flying out in a hundred deadly pieces....better to do it by hand?....you're safe if you have a shop drill press
257402
No. It is < 3/8" by a tad(metric) but I wouldn't give it up for anything. It's my go to drill.
2117145
The end of the shaft will fit into a 3/8 inch chuck. But I would not recommend using a cordless drill, unless the material you want to mix is very thin. For sand, cement, plaster, concrete, and similar materials, you should use a heavy-duty 1/2 inch corded drill on slow speed.
1640577
I keep trying to answer but my post doesn't show up. I don't have any morse taper bits to try in my drill doctor's chuck. My chuck only goes to 1/2" and the bit must inserted an exact amount into the chuck. Even with the optional 3/4" chuck, I believe the taper will prevent the chuck from holding the bits correctly.
1542513
I can't answer that question , but don't buy the drill. The chuck doesn't grab the bit. I am a builder and know my drills.
1374854
Right off hand I am not familiar with that model and do not know the "model" I have. I do have a DeWalt 1/2" cord less hammer drill that I use that chuck on and it works great. The one challange I had was getting the original chuck off of the drill. The allan head screw that holds it on stripped out. I ended up cutting off the chuck in pieces making sure I did not damage the threaded shaft the chuck goes on. After getting the original chuck off the new one went on with no problem.
363509
No. I actually returned this because it is too large for my own 3/8" chuck. Milwaukee does make one which will fit 3/8" though.
2251804
The 3/8" designates the diameter of the chuck, or the place you insert the drill bit. This size will accomodate bits from 1/16" up to 3/8" and everything in between. You can generally buy a group of from 7 to 10 bits in one pack and they generally run 1/16" to 3/8". You can also get special bits that will fit a 3/8" chuck but can drill larger size holes, such as up to a half inch...even larger. Welcome to the "do it yourself" world.
716286
After reading all the questions:: Thought to add:I just used this bit in my DeWalt 18v standard drill (NOT a hammer drill or a "driver") CORDLESS.It fit right in that "quick chuck" that comes on these common battery tools.Note: This would NOT fit in any 3/8" chuck tool...or, 1/4" for that matter.
537343
the bit is just slightly larger than the size of screw you are drilling for. If you space is tight, your chuck will probably be your biggest issue
2278149
Hi . Yes that's quite correct, like most drill presses, the chuck is held on by a Morse taper. Make sure the taper on the shaft and the bore in the chuck are both absolutely clean and undamaged then tap on the chuck with a bit of wood and a hammer. Remove the chuck with a forked wedge, I just used a pair of long nose pliers. That's all. Best regards T
1922897
the chuck shaft is tapered; once it's put it, tap it lightly with a dead-blow mallet and it should be fine. I have had no trouble with it slipping.
91349
Yes, I have a black and decker with a 3/8" chuck and works great. I have little to no wood working skills and this tool made me feel like a pro. Great choice, have fun!
2156964
Yes, it's designed for 3/4" holes. In a 3/4" hole it's a little loose so if you have a drill bit just a tiny bit smaller (probably metric), try that. It's much more stable. BTW, the things work beautifully if the piece you're holding has flat edges. If they're rounded at all, the work piece will jump all over the place.
1584745
Tom, the chuck can take very very small bits. what will control the smallest but you can use is the speed and the pressure you have to apply in order to drill through whatever you're drilling. On the small tiny drill bits and I mean miniscule ones that go down to .03", you should use a small hand drill. the smaller drill bits will bend very easily so very little pressure can to be used when drilling. I hope this helps. Julio