Choosing bits for a screwdriver: our rating of the strongest and best - Setafi

If you study which screwdriver bits are the strongest, you can rank the highest quality models. The choice must take into account the type of bit and other parameters described below.

Bit types

First of all, it is necessary to consider bits for a screwdriver, the varieties of which are described below. Depending on the function performed, there are 3 types:

1. Basic - they have only 1 working surface, for example, a cross head.
2. Combined - have a double working surface, they can be used and turned over - then the working part will act as a shank.
3. Specialized - rarely seen bits for special work.

Also, bits are divided into several groups depending on the type of consumable:

• flat - they can be used together with a screw and a screw;
• hexagons - used in furniture assembly;
• for a bolt - used to work with tiled or corrugated board;
• for drywall materials - they have a limiter that regulates the depth of twist;
• bits with 3 faces.

Among the standard, there are several more subtypes. The best screwdriver bits are:

1. Slotted - have a universal purpose, are used everywhere.
2. Phillips - with 4 ribs on the head, similar to a Phillips screwdriver.
3. Hexagonal - these types of screwdriver bits are used in the manufacture of furniture.
4. For nuts, bolts - designed for fasteners that have an external hexagon.
5. Asterisks - used to work with cars.

Rating of the best screwdriver bits

If you study which bits are better to buy for a screwdriver, you can rank several varieties. The most popular models of well-known brands are described below.

Milwaukee Shockwave Impact Duty

This is one of the famous American manufacturers. Its products are particularly reliable - more than 6,000 screws are screwed with just one nozzle. Materials are resistant to various types of influence - heating, intense mechanical stress.

DeWALT FlexTorq

The considered classification of screwdriver bits contains all the main types, each of which is produced by the American brand DeWALT FlexTorq. The products are also quite reliable, one bit is enough to drive 2500-2600 self-tapping screws.

The material of the product is black steel, during production the surface is processed using a machine. This ensures maximum contact area and minimum backlash.

Wiha MaxxTor

This is a German company that produces reliable bits. They allow you to screw more than 1300 self-tapping screws, for this one nozzle is enough. Production material - high-quality alloy steel. Torsion parts are covered with plastic, which can withstand even strong impacts. Therefore, the service life is long even under extreme conditions.

Wera Impaktor 851/4 IMP DC

Another German manufacturer. Produces bits equipped with 2 flexible inserts. Therefore, they are able to withstand almost any impact. Some buyers note that this is the most durable model. Moreover, the nozzles can be used separately, but in that case the service life is reduced.

Makita Impact Gold

The Japanese brand is engaged in the production of bits of the usual type and Gold with gold plating. The device allows you to screw at least 700 fasteners. Manufactured using high strength titanium coated steel. The bit has a double design, so it is reliable and durable.

The types of bits are different, the shape, purpose and material of manufacture are of particular importance. It is best to purchase high-alloy steel products. They allow you to tighten thousands of self-tapping screws, they are highly reliable.