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Screwdriving Bits

Screwdriving Bits turn a drill or impact driver into a fastening tool, handling everything from deck screws to drywall in a fraction of the time a hand screwdriver takes. Tip type needs to match the screw head exactly, since Phillips, square, and Torx bits aren’t interchangeable despite looking similar at a glance. Impact-rated bits hold up longer under torque than standard bits, which matters on bigger jobs like fence building or deck framing. Nixa Hardware & Seed Co carries single bits and sets for drills and impact drivers alike. A stripped bit slows down the whole job.

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Helpful Questions & Answers

Find answers to common questions about Screwdriving Bits from the Nixa Hardware & Seed Co team.

Are Screwdriver Bits Universal

Our toolboxes would be a lot lighter if one size truly fit all, but unfortunately, the world isn’t that simple. While the tail end of most Screwdriving Bits is designed to fit into a standard drill chuck, the business end comes in more shapes than a bag of trail mix. You’ve got your classic Phillips, flatheads, and those Robertson squares that the neighbors up north seem to love. If you try to use the wrong size, you’ll likely end up ruining both the fastener and your Screwdriving Bits before the job is even half done. We always suggest taking a second to verify the fit before you pull the trigger on the drill. It’s much easier to swap Screwdriving Bits than it is to dig out a mangled screw with a pair of pliers.

How To Put Screwdriver Bit In Drill

To get started, you’ll want to open the chuck (that’s the nose of the drill) by twisting it counter-clockwise until the three metal jaws are wide enough to accept the shank. Slide your Screwdriving Bits all the way in so they aren’t just hanging on by a thread, then twist the chuck clockwise until it clicks or feels snug. We always give the bit a quick tug just to make sure it’s locked in place and centered between those jaws. If you don’t get your Screwdriving Bits centered properly, you’ll get a nasty vibration that makes driving a straight screw nearly impossible.

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