Looking for an insulated hex set (perhaps one that fits the draper torque screwdriver!)

[HappyHippyDad]

I am having more dealings with western power. In turn, they are now fitting series 8 cut outs and generally an isolator. Both of these have hex key screws. I am not comfortable using my uninsulated set.

I have a draper torque screwdriver and it would be great if they do some hex key's that fit this, but I can't find any. Does anyone know if they do them that specifically fit the torque screwdriver.

Alternatively would anyone recommend a set of insulated hex key's, not the standard L shaped ones, but ones with a handle?

I have found these https://www.amazon.co.uk/C-K-T4422-...381e3&pd_rd_wg=6xNgg&pd_rd_i=B086984Y8Z&psc=1
which I like the look of, but the very first review puts me off a little as I want them to be slim enough to fit into the terminals. Bit of a long shot but does anyone know if the CK set reaches into the line and neutral terminals of the proteus isolator ?

 

[telectrix]

is your driver a standard 6mm hex end?

 

[Strima]

I know Wiha do some as I have a set but they're an odd size so I suspect they only fit their screwdrivers, probably for safety reasons so you can't use non-insulated tools.

 

[pc1966]

I think the Wera ones are 9mm across flats, not the typical 6.35mm = 1/4" of most driver bits. Guess it also allows for enough insulation!

 

[pc1966]

Here is a Wiha bit:

37225 | Wiha Hexagon Screwdriver Bit, Hex 4 Tip, Hex Drive | RS

uk.rs-online.com

 

[HappyHippyDad]

is your driver a standard 6mm hex end?

No, it's this one. They look about 9mm

 

[HappyHippyDad]

Here is a Wiha bit:

37225 | Wiha Hexagon Screwdriver Bit, Hex 4 Tip, Hex Drive | RS

uk.rs-online.com

ooh, they look good pc1966. I wonder if they fit the draper!?

 

[pc1966]

Here is the Wera hex one search result on RS:

Screwdrivers | Handheld Screwdrivers | RS

Shop our range of Screwdrivers supplies & accessories. Free Next Day Delivery. Browse our latest Screwdrivers offers.

uk.rs-online.com

 

[telectrix]

No, it's this one. They look about 9mm
View attachment 64115

that looks like same size drive end as wera. for those terminals all you need is a 3.0mm hex. end.

 

[pc1966]

ooh, they look good pc1966. I wonder if they fit the draper!?

I think the Whia ones are 6mm drive, based on RS data sheet.

 

[telectrix]

I think the Whia ones are 6mm drive, based on RS data sheet.

they are. i have a set. 6mm or 1/4".

 

[Strima]

Wiha are 6mm.

6mm or 1/4"

Technically 6mm is 0.236" or 59/250... ?

1/4" is 6.37mm. ?

Either way standard 1/4" bits won't fit in Wiha screwdrivers..

 

[pc1966]

1" is defined as 25.4mm these days, so 1/4" = 6.35mm exactly.

Of course, what is actually manufactures won't be exact!

 

[kropaske]

@happyhippydad
How do you find that Draper torque kit? I am keen to get it.
If you can post some measurements of the bit that slots in we can check against my wera set and see if they can be interchangable.
I'll post some pics tomorrow

 

[HappyHippyDad]

@happyhippydad
How do you find that Draper torque kit? I am keen to get it.
If you can post some measurements of the bit that slots in we can check against my wera set and see if they can be interchangable.
I'll post some pics tomorrow

I like it. Much cheaper than the Wiha torque. I cant's compare it to the wiha though as I don't have those.

It feels like good quality, the bits stay locked in place and the bits fit into the screws firmly, that's about all you need really.

The bits measure 9mm, although that's just me measuring them.
Here is a link to the ergo-plus rangehttps://www.drapertools.com/category-products/8381/VDE-Screwdrivers-965-ERGO-PLUS-Range

But.... thinking about it, I would have gone with the wiha torque, simply because they have a wider range and I wouldn't be in the predicament I am in now.

 

[HappyHippyDad]

I've made a decision! ?

https://www.NoLinkingToThis/p/wiha-...K7ImCin5LkCXRT7YiixoC2C4QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

They have a hex 3, 4 and 5 and they are slimline. That's exactly what I want, expensive(ish) but not a silly price. Happy days ?

 

[loz2754]

Just be aware that Slim Vario only fit Wiha handles.

 

[pc1966]

I've made a decision! ?

https://www.NoLinkingToThis/p/wiha-...K7ImCin5LkCXRT7YiixoC2C4QAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

They have a hex 3, 4 and 5 and they are slimline. That's exactly what I want, expensive(ish) but not a silly price. Happy days ?

That should do the cut-out hex screws, but is not the torque limiting sort of handle.

 

[HappyHippyDad]

That should do the cut-out hex screws, but is not the torque limiting sort of handle.

I just can't justify another torque screwdriver after just getting one. I'd love to, but I'll have to make do with the non-torque.

 

[pc1966]

I just can't justify another torque screwdriver after just getting one. I'd love to, but I'll have to make do with the non-torque.

See if you can get a hex bit for your current torque driver.