Mcb screwdiver

mogga said:
anone having these drivers MARK then so you dont get apprentices trying to use thedm in normal scrws and knackering them iv got the old Ck ones orange nice n easy to tll the differance
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This is the only reason I've bought a new set a few years ago. Wouldn't mind but one of the best sparks I've every worked with, snapped my PZ mcb driver because he thought it was a normal pozi.
 
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Thanks for your opinion! I Think i'll go with the CK ones. I have always used a large flat screwdriver but still find when screwing up a ring MCB one of the ******** always comes loose when checking for an "electricity sound connection".

Reading this thread most people seem very impressed and happy with them, until reading this i was totally unaware of such screwdrivers!

Will post my thoughts when they arrive.
 
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Here is my CK terminal driver (on Left) definitely better than a normal Pozi2 or flatty

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just turned up today. I phoned them and they were out of stock. They reckon it usually only takes a couple of days.

They are LUSH. Can't wait to use them. I will get some photos soon but on the way out now.

Cheers ALL!
 
congratulations voltz. cant wait to see the pics. Make sure you take nice clear photos.
 
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Here they are. Pics ain't the best but you'll get the gist. They are extremely lightweight and it remains to be seen how much ooomph you can get behind them. The carry case is nice, it fits on your belt (if that appeals to you). Each part can be re-ordered separately if need be, and the only downside I can see is the inclusion of that naff neon thingy? Whats that for? Oh, I remember. making holes in plasterboard.
 
Yeah them plasterboard neons are excellent, I must admit I do like the carry case, so is there flat bits bits as well? or just plus minus?
 
I like the fact that the set shown has the "Slim" insulation thats the drawback of ruddy RCBOs just now Im lookin for that set as im not cuttin insulation off my good ones
 
1x bit holder

4x torx bits 10, 15, 20, 25
4 x flat bits 0.4x2.5, 0.5x3.0, 0.8x4.0, 1.0x5.5
PH1, PH2, PZ1, PZ2
(MCBS) SL/PZ1, SL/PZ2

SO 14 useable screwdriver for £75 all in (VAT and p&p)

Does anyone think this is good value, or at least not over the odds? I'm pleased so far. I would have gone for a couple of stand alones but you can't get a standard mcb driver into the small holes in an rcbo.
 
UPDATE!!!!!! Just used these all day doing two large boards, and VERY happy!! As I suspected from their lightweight nature, they're not graunchdivers. BUT that's what you want from a set of this kind. They handled the task beautifully, and the mcb bits fitted the terminal heads exquisitely, speeding up the installation time by loads. No slippage, positive engagement every time, Tight, bit not graunched on the conductors. VERY VERY happy and can recommend!

cheers all, from what has been a very worthy and rewarding thread.
 
by the way. what do they actually call these mcb bits. I want to search for them but dont know what to type
 
plus minus I believe. Obviously I can recommend the 'slim Vario' from Wiha not least because they can fit into an RCBO, surely an advantage these days? Why spend good money on ONE driver then find it won't fit into the products you're installing.
 
that's the driver handle I have. For the bits, I dunno. If that website doesn't do them, look back through this thread to the link to Wiha uk and try that. failing that, post agin and I will try to source some bits for you. Another great thing about these is that you can put them in a battery drill (on a low torque setting of course).
 
Ive checked wiha uk website Wiha.com /*Premium Tools for Professionals

but cant see any long bits. I think il have to use one of those 1/4" adapters with no insulation so it fits better in tight spaces. long bits would of been better but I think their a bit rare to find.

Another question volts. Whats the diameter of the 1/4" holder with the insulation of the Wiha screwdriver handle that takes bits in milimeters. This one http://www.axminster.co.uk/wiha-wiha-insulated-flip-top-screwdriver-bit-holder-prod839127/
 
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No sorry I meant the other handle which takes bits. The wiha insulated 1\4 inch bit holder. The diameter of the end with the insulation where the bits go in.

Just want to check how wide it is so I can see if it will fit in tight spaces.
 
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VoltzElectrical said:
1x bit holder

4x torx bits 10, 15, 20, 25
4 x flat bits 0.4x2.5, 0.5x3.0, 0.8x4.0, 1.0x5.5
PH1, PH2, PZ1, PZ2
(MCBS) SL/PZ1, SL/PZ2

SO 14 useable screwdriver for £75 all in (VAT and p&p)

Does anyone think this is good value, or at least not over the odds? I'm pleased so far. I would have gone for a couple of stand alones but you can't get a standard mcb driver into the small holes in an rcbo.
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Toolman Yardley are doing the handle with 6 bits for £24.99. Unfortunately, they don't give any details of the actual bit sizes just that they are slotted/phillips..

Wiha electric slimVario exchange bit set, slotted/ Phillips, 7 pcs :: Toolman Yardley, tools ,bahco tools, C.K,stanley tools, estwing,stabila, marshalltown, bosch, knipex, trend, irwin,draper, fluke, monument, kamasa, fisco, silverline, rothenberger,

The Wiha site has 2 sets that this product could possibly be? Seems additional bits bought via the Wiha website are £6.60 each, does anyone know of anywhere cheaper?

Cheers
 

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