Multiple Tip Screwdriver Sets

I'm a fellow tool freak. I don't have an answer right off, but I can help you look.

This may be promising:

http://www.wihatools.com/700seri/759_microsets.htm

http://www.wihatools.com/700seri/757serie.htm

Thanks. I'll try those spots. I have some WiHa tools and there ok so far.

I haven't seen any for 1/4" driver handles, but there are long hex and torx sets for use with socket handles... Google "long hex bit" and you'll find plenty.

Very good example of thinking out of the box, pantaz. Can't be sure if it'll directly appy to the OP's situation, but quite often the simplest solutions are achieved by sending your thoughts at a slight tangent from the most obvious, common and suggested path. GA from me.

Have you looked at some of the flex shaft hex bit drivers? There are a few that may be able to handle the smaller holes.

John - You may have to make your own. You'll need some 1/4 hex 1018 bar (preferred) or anneal some cheap hex bit shanks (still can be a "pita" to drill). Lathe drill center holes (spot, center and drill) sized to a two mil clearance to light push fit for each size hex. Thread the bottom of the 1/4 hex for a long steel hex socket set screw sized to fit the hex key. Put the whole thing together with application of Loctite 603 and appropriate slow cure activator per the instructions on the link below.

http://www.loctite.sg/sea/content_data/93772_603EN.pdf

If you can't find a set screw of the right hex size look for a socket head screw with the right hex. Cut the head off the threaded shank, drill a clearance hole through and silver braze it to the top of the hex shank. You'll probably have to jig it to keep it centered while brazing. Then press the hex key all the way through. Add the loctite and activator per the link instructions.

If you have to get them apart 250-300F will kill the loctite; but won't hurt the temper of the hex forms.

BTW, the WIHA products are high grade tools. Appropriate for a professional.

Ed Weldon

John,

http://www.proxxonworld.com.au/product/super_safety_and_specialty_bit_set

http://www.amazon.com/Tamper-Proof-Star-Torx-10-pcs/dp/B002T5O5LO/ref=pd_bxgy_hi_text_b

you can try www.weratools.com .

they make some pretty cool sets.

You can purchase from www.mscdirect.com look @ msc p/n 82314485

John

For 1/4 inch bits I have allways used APEX brand. The bits are available in lengths up to 6 inches with most of the length turned down. APEX is a division of the COOPER TOOLS company. I have used these bits for more than 30 years on boeing aircraft repair work.

Regards,

Doug