Trident167 Posted December 16, 2015 Report Share Posted December 16, 2015 I had an idea to add a couple of strong magnets to the top of my impact to hold a few screws of even bits. Then I started to think that maybe the magnets being that close to the motor might cause interference with the operation of the impact.The Makita on my avatar only has two spots with plastic where the magnets would stick well. Back and top before the chuck.What do you think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimboS1ice Posted December 16, 2015 Report Share Posted December 16, 2015 I'll see if I can find it but someone on here used hard drive magnets for various things... Maybe comp I'll see if I can find the thread.JimboSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimboS1ice Posted December 16, 2015 Report Share Posted December 16, 2015 I had an idea to add a couple of strong magnets to the top of my impact to hold a few screws of even bits. Then I started to think that maybe the magnets being that close to the motor might cause interference with the operation of the impact.The Makita on my avatar only has two spots with plastic where the magnets would stick well. Back and top before the chuck.What do you think?Tutorial - Magnets from Old Hard Driveshttp://www.professional-power-tool-guide.com/power-tool-forum/index.php?/topic/7717-Tutorial---Magnets-from-Old-Hard-DrivesHere you go, it was nalu JimboSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comp56 Posted December 16, 2015 Report Share Posted December 16, 2015 ya it was comp that said he should be cautious 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffmcmillan Posted December 16, 2015 Report Share Posted December 16, 2015 Screw a harddrive magnet on the side opposite the belt hook. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fazzman Posted December 16, 2015 Report Share Posted December 16, 2015 Porter cable 20v drills and impacts have magnets molded into the top sides of them. Probably isnt tough to shield them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trident167 Posted December 17, 2015 Author Report Share Posted December 17, 2015 I had an old Ryobi 18v drill that had a magnet at the base by the battery pack. Might try that. Any issues with magnets near the battery? These are strong magnets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiltiWpg Posted December 17, 2015 Report Share Posted December 17, 2015 I had an old Ryobi 18v drill that had a magnet at the base by the battery pack. Might try that. Any issues with magnets near the battery? These are strong magnets.A magnet near a battery is fine, it's the potential messing with the magnetic field of the windings that could cause some minor issues.Also, you could buy the plastic bit holders and epoxy the magnets in. Black epoxy would look good and you could have a layer covering the magnets to make it easier to remove screws and bits.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comp56 Posted December 17, 2015 Report Share Posted December 17, 2015 there is a difference between brushed and brushless when it comes to magnets.......probably get way with more with brushed motors versus brushless 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trident167 Posted January 3, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 3, 2016 Couldn't figure out image upload.https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4rSnFs-X5QHaXlxZGlFUWJyWTQ/view?usp=sharing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millerzconstruction Posted January 3, 2016 Report Share Posted January 3, 2016 I had an idea to add a couple of strong magnets to the top of my impact to hold a few screws of even bits. Then I started to think that maybe the magnets being that close to the motor might cause interference with the operation of the impact.The Makita on my avatar only has two spots with plastic where the magnets would stick well. Back and top before the chuck.What do you think?If they are not really strong magnets. I wouldn't worrie to much. And as long as the poles are turn the right way. It shouldn't bother anything anyway. But I'm no expert on this stuff. Try a cheap drill first with a very strong magnet. Like out of a computer. I like those. Very strong. Maybe too strong though. Idk?Sent from my LGAS995 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffmcmillan Posted January 4, 2016 Report Share Posted January 4, 2016 If they are not really strong magnets. I wouldn't worrie to much. And as long as the poles are turn the right way. It shouldn't bother anything anyway. But I'm no expert on this stuff. Try a cheap drill first with a very strong magnet. Like out of a computer. I like those. Very strong. Maybe too strong though. Idk?Sent from my LGAS995 using TapatalkI like the strong magnets because you can stick larger drill bits and stuff on. Might be a bit too much for a couple 1" insert bits though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millerzconstruction Posted January 5, 2016 Report Share Posted January 5, 2016 I like the strong magnets because you can stick larger drill bits and stuff on. Might be a bit too much for a couple 1" insert bits though.Festool has magnets where the battery is. I would go for it. If you have a older drill or a cheapo, maybe test it on it first with a strong magnet. Make sure you got the poles turned the right way. LolSent from my LGAS995 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trident167 Posted January 8, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2016 It does the job well. I can hold a large amount of screws and or bits if needed for tricky situations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millerzconstruction Posted January 8, 2016 Report Share Posted January 8, 2016 It does the job well. I can hold a large amount of screws and or bits if needed for tricky situations.Good deal man. Miller 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millerzconstruction Posted January 8, 2016 Report Share Posted January 8, 2016 It does the job well. I can hold a large amount of screws and or bits if needed for tricky situations.Send a pic of it. I'd like to see it. Miller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craigh9916 Posted January 8, 2016 Report Share Posted January 8, 2016 Would glueing the dewalt mag bit holder to the side of the battery be better or two of them inline so you could hold hex drill bits or just plenty of bits on there if need be ? Just a thought Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millerzconstruction Posted January 8, 2016 Report Share Posted January 8, 2016 Would glueing the dewalt mag bit holder to the side of the battery be better or two of them inline so you could hold hex drill bits or just plenty of bits on there if need be ? Just a thought Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkIdk? I'd say one would be enuf? Try one with a little dab of super glue. Then if you need another add another. And then glue them better. Miller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craigh9916 Posted January 8, 2016 Report Share Posted January 8, 2016 Idk? I'd say one would be enuf? Try one with a little dab of super glue. Then if you need another add another. And then glue them better. Milleryeah was just a thought and might be better then just sticking normal magnets on ?Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millerzconstruction Posted January 8, 2016 Report Share Posted January 8, 2016 yeah was just a thought and might be better then just sticking normal magnets on ?Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkYea it's a good idea. I like it. Miller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trident167 Posted January 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 14, 2016 Yea it's a good idea. I like it.MillerThe link is a few posts up.I used Gorilla glue and the magnets you can find online or specialty stores. They are really strong. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CATERPILLAR Posted January 22, 2016 Report Share Posted January 22, 2016 Here is a bit holder for drill or impact 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimboS1ice Posted January 22, 2016 Report Share Posted January 22, 2016 Here is a bit holder for drill or impact Looks like something Arnold would carry around in terminator 2.JimboSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trident167 Posted January 25, 2016 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2016 Here is a bit holder for drill or impact Is that yours? Looks like a ring but how does it hold onto the drill and how do the bits stay in place? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMack37 Posted January 25, 2016 Report Share Posted January 25, 2016 Is that yours? Looks like a ring but how does it hold onto the drill and how do the bits stay in place? The one's that I've seen line that held on with velcro. It's basically a velcro strap with slots for bits, wondering if it's a bad idea to cover those vents. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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