Show your portable driver bit solution

[Rigid life]

First picture is a sample of a organizer that I found on Google.
The second picture with the Milwaukee drill is my organizer that I'm currently using until I find something better.

 

[SouthernIllinois]

Olsa bit holders

 

[finn]

The little plastic boxes that Dewalt, Bosch, etc sets come in work fine. They’re big enough and portable enough to walk to the job with you, but small enough to fit in a tool bag.

Don’t know about the Bosch, but the Dewalt boxes snap together and snap to their version of thePackOut.

I can’t see having something not portable.

 

[d.mcfarland]

 

[KnurledNut]

First picture is a sample of a organizer that I found on Google.
The second picture with the Milwaukee drill is my organizer that I'm currently using until I find something better.

Could you expound some on the intended use and what you might need to carry?
The options out there are many.

 

[KnurledNut]

Olsa bit holders

Someone needs to offer a clear cover for those style bit holders to make them somewhat portable.
Somethng kind of like the lid Xcelite used to have.

 

[SouthernIllinois]

For mobility, you might want to consider Plano tackle trays - they come in almost infinite configurations and some models have watertight, gasket-ed lids with good latches.

 

[Rigid life]

Could you expound some on the intended use and what you might need to carry?
The options out there are many.

Would carry the driver type bits for the Milwaukee/DeWalt 1/4 inch impact drivers.
Anything that would be used with those tools , sometimes even some drill bits.
Example, I used to have a plastic case that was meant to carry Beretta hand gun , I repurposed the Beretta case and instead carried my Milwaukee 1/4 inch impact gun and the driver bits that the gun used , could even carry a back up battery, I lost that in a fire though.

 

[Rigid life]

Someone needs to offer a clear cover for those style bit holders to make them somewhat portable.
Somethng kind of like the lid Xcelite used to have.

For mobility, you might want to consider Plano tackle trays - they come in almost infinite configurations and some models have watertight, gasket-ed lids with good latches.

Good idea , I used to use them a lot about 20 years ago , I forgot all about them.

 

[Rigid life]

Nice how you can fit the really long one in there too

 

[Rigid life]

Someone needs to offer a clear cover for those style bit holders to make them somewhat portable.
Somethng kind of like the lid Xcelite used to have.

Clear covers is a good idea for any portable case , that's one of the reasons why I don't like what I'm currently using, I'm worried I'm going to lose some driver bits.
Thanks for sharing

 

[yhprum]

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[YesIHaveAHammer]

I'd be interested in any solution for the 89mm Wera bits, that doesn't take loads of space like a hinged box or the fabric wallet they come with in the Kraftform sets.

 

[SouthernIllinois]

Good idea , I used to use them a lot about 20 years ago , I forgot all about them.

I use them a lot.

I keep jigsaw blades, Dremel bits, hole-saws, spot weld cutters, saw-z-all blades and all sorts of stuff in different Plano tackle trays.

I just bought one the other day for mig welder and plasma cutter tips / consumables.

 

[KnurledNut]

I'd be interested in any solution for the 89mm Wera bits, that doesn't take loads of space like a hinged box or the fabric wallet they come with in the Kraftform sets.

I have the 33 pc pouch set and it takes up very little space. The design is very portable and the layout is user friendly.

 

[Oregon Dave]

First picture is a sample of a organizer that I found on Google.
The second picture with the Milwaukee drill is my organizer that I'm currently using until I fin

First picture is a sample of a organizer that I found on Google.
The second picture with the Milwaukee drill is my organizer that I'm currently using until I find something better.

Your holder appears to hold 15 bits; down thread mentions 89mm/4" max length - missed any mention of useage; assuming you are not a professional craftsman because you asked the question.

For a homeowner/hobbyist a good quality Zip-Loc snack or sandwich bag will hold many times more than 15 bits; can be cigarette rolled for space saving, has more carry options, has a smaller footprint - holders take up the same space whether fully loaded or has just one bit.

 

[Lazy]

These carabiner locking holders. They're easily accessible, can be pulled off with one hand, and stay put. Had them for a year and one has never fell out. Unfortunately they aren't sold at any brick and mortar store I know of. Game changer.

 

[Dave455]

Always a difficult one this.

I think that some sort of flat plastic box is about the best idea, since ”portable” was specified.

I’ve been using this box for my one inch bits. Works fine and inexpensive.


For longer bits I’ve been using these plastic tubes. Sort of O.K, and great for keeping bits rust free, but I think a bigger plastic box would be better / easier.

One of the problems with plastic boxes is finding ones with compartments the right size. Too many makers put in loads of square compartments, but not enough the right shape for bits. I like that DeWalt box. Thats sensible.



One of the members here had a small cantilever box with his impact driver and charger in the bottom, and the trays fitted out for every style of bit needed.

In the long run, I think that’s the way to go. Especially if you start carrying hex shank drill bits too.

 

[cherrybomb]

I also like the Plano,I have the size and style figured out that works for me.My local Walmart has them.Now that's convenience and good price.Made in U.S.A also

 

[gahrajmahal]

I have several. A few years ago I wanted to get away from dragging my driver, drill, bits and drills around in a bag so I built this tool tote here:

Cordless Drill/Driver Dock Tote, Ditch your tool bag

First the photos, then the explanation (so you can avoid my boring dribble). The inspiration from the internet: What I made:

www.garagejournal.com

I have found the magnetic bar to be super handy in securely holding tips and drills while working on a project. Example, I recently wanted to remove all the screws holding on some siding that needs replaced. It required different inserts and bits, switching as I worked. Here is the “after” photo where I haven’t returned the inserts and drill bits back to their proper place.


The drill driver dock works great for taking my show on the road. I recently went to a friends house who will be getting a replacement hip soon. She wanted grab bars in the garage and shower to help with her recovery. By using the tote, I have a place to quickly hold the tools, drills and bits, while not resting them on their countertops or floors keeping scratching to a minimum.





The other thing I do is once I have used up the majority of the bits in my plastic carriers is to sort the remainders into plastic bins.



Replacement drills and tips often don’t fit in my caddy holders, so I have to reuse the plastic holder and replace the worn drills or tips like with this Hercules set whose case is too big to fit in there

 

[YesIHaveAHammer]

I have the 33 pc pouch set and it takes up very little space. The design is very portable and the layout is user friendly.

I have the 15 piece set. It's probably less space efficient with the fewer bits, due to the tapered bulge caused by the driver handle at one end. Since I keep it in a toolbox, I solve that by keeping the driver handle outside it.

The only other niggle is that the end flaps which keep the bits sliding out, need to be lifted up to see which bit is which when picking one out.

 

[YesIHaveAHammer]

All options have their pros, cons, and tradeoffs...

• Space efficiency
• Speed of picking out the bit you need
• Can you pick out the bit you need using one hand (i.e. opening it, and pulling the bit out)
• Space to add further bits that didn't originally come with the set
• Visibility of if a bit is missing
• Not rattling in transport
• Do the bits fall out if the container/holder is tipped over when not shut
• Protecting the bits from the environments, and vice versa

 

[Jgaz]

This is a Bosch bit box that I keep in the tool bag that contains my Bosch 4 in 1 instalation tool.
I really like that the square box can be bought empty without paying for another 100 1” bits I don’t need.

This kit is somewhat specialized in that it was fine tuned for my 4 in 1 tool during my under cabinet light project as well as the construction and installation of 6 kitchen cabinet pull out shelves.

 

[Nobody-named-Olli]

First half of this post are my drill/driver + accessories mobile boxes. This is a more or less proprietary solution. And beneath the hollow wall plug pliers in the 18V drill/driver box is a Wera nut driver set.

Portable tool box, small toolbox, mobile tool bags, cantilever toolbox for essential tools

on my second one of these bags, it was my shutdown bag. Strap broke on the first one so I just got a second one and transferred all my **** over. 60# of stuff plus a socket set. Lives in my one tonne now And will go into my offroad truck when we start back up on the trails. needs a few...

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Second half of this post shows PB Swiss bits in their factory strips within a pick&plug foam toolbox insert for mobile use.

Portable tool box, small toolbox, mobile tool bags, cantilever toolbox for essential tools

on my second one of these bags, it was my shutdown bag. Strap broke on the first one so I just got a second one and transferred all my **** over. 60# of stuff plus a socket set. Lives in my one tonne now And will go into my offroad truck when we start back up on the trails. needs a few...

www.garagejournal.com

Kind regards,
Olli

 

[cherrybomb]

Doesn't hurt to have a little old tweezers to help this old guys fingers pick out the short little bits

 

[zimman]

 

[Jgaz]

First half of this post are my drill/driver + accessories mobile boxes. This is a more or less proprietary solution. And beneath the hollow wall plug pliers in the 18V drill/driver box is a Wera nut driver set.

Love those Festool case in the first half of your post.

 

[Olsa Tools]

Someone needs to offer a clear cover for those style bit holders to make them somewhat portable.
Somethng kind of like the lid Xcelite used to have.

I like the idea

Might be something worth designing and manufacturing as an add-on to our current hex bit holders...

How often do you guys take your bits out with you?

 

[finn]

I just use the Dewalt and Bosch boxes that come with the bit kits. The Dewalt in particular has room to fit a good half dozen or more bits if you don’t mind them loose in the plastic case.

 

[Grimm_the_Grey]

I'd be interested in any solution for the 89mm Wera bits, that doesn't take loads of space like a hinged box or the fabric wallet they come with in the Kraftform sets.

I use the telescopic packaging tubes for my 89mm bits and a handle and it works well. I use them for a variety of tools, actually. For example, they also keep my atlasta soft and extra soft brushes (used for removing dust build up) oil, grease, and damage free when they're thrown in a box

TelePack

Round telescopic plastic packaging tubes with ratchet length adjustment and roll-away protection. Available in various sizes and colors

www.rose-plastic.us

Edit: that link shows the ratcheting style but I actually prefer the twist style, usually with loop at the top so I can hang them if I need to.

If you need something more durable, use PVC pipe with a cap and threaded adapter with your choice of cap or plug for the threaded end

 

[Grimm_the_Grey]

These carabiner locking holders. They're easily accessible, can be pulled off with one hand, and stay put. Had them for a year and one has never fell out. Unfortunately they aren't sold at any brick and mortar store I know of. Game changer.

I just saw these at my local bLowe's the other day

 

[JradM]

I just use the Dewalt and Bosch boxes that come with the bit kits. The Dewalt in particular has room to fit a good half dozen or more bits if you don’t mind them loose in the plastic case.

Reading this thread had me wondering why bit cases weren't the obvious answer. It's not that I dislike alternate proposals - but why did it take so long to mention the style of bit organizer that is designed for this application?

You want portable bit storage? A bit case is the answer.

I carry something that looks like this in my portable tool kit:



Occasionally I'll toss in a set of power bits like this:


Which, admittedly, aren't that easy to remove from the holder (but there are pliers in my tool bag and I don't often need these). I only use those when I want the longer style specifically.

I also have several Dewalt and Bosch bit cases, but I rarely take them with me. I never thought about it, but I think the reason is that I grab one of those when I have a specific project to work on (say I'm building a deck and need a bunch of Robertson #2s), but I tend to keep the other two styles (above) in the bag because they are bit assortments - which ensures I have the necessary bit whatever project I happen to come across.

 

[Jeff]

 

[finn]

Reading this threat had me wondering why bit cases weren't the obvious answer. It's not that I might alternate proposals - but why did it take so long to mention the style of bit organizer that is designed for this application?

You want portable bit storage? A bit case is the answer.

I carry something that looks like this in my portable tool kit:



Occasionally I'll toss in a set of power bits like this:


Which, admittedly, aren't that easy to remove from the holder (but there are pliers in my tool bag and I don't often need these). I only use those when I want the longer style specifically.

I also have several Dewalt and Bosch bit cases, but I rarely take them with me. I never thought about it, but I think the reason is that I grab one of those when I have a specific project to work on (say I'm building a deck and need a bunch of Robertson #2s), but I tend to keep the other two styles (above) in the bag because they are bit assortments - which ensures I have the necessary bit whatever project I happen to come across.

I repopulate the cases as required. I mostly use Torx or the bit socket. The cases are large enough to fit surplus items feet in the unused spaces between the allocated slots. There are probably many readers who couldn’t deal with that, though.

I’m not one of them.

I tried using a small zipper pouch, but that failed. You can’t see what’s inside, although it does beat throwing them in the bottom of the driver / tool bag.

 

[Fly Fishing Rick]

I've found these 2 boxes fit all my general purpose needs and stack together, which makes them very convenient. I keep a selection of philips, torx, and slotted driver bits as well as some different punches and a couple other small handy items. Lots of manufacturers make boxes in this style but my favorites are DeWalt and Klein.

 

[SouthernIllinois]

Came across these today at Menards.
A 2-pack for $4

 

[JerseyBoatBuilder]

I like and use the smaller bit cases that the Montana tool bits come in. I can fit three of them with additional bits in to my small 8x12 Bosch 12v bag with two drivers and extra batteries

 

[CCash]

I carry a small selection of bits for my fastback knife, and driver in a flexable (squeeze to open) old school coin holder in my pocket, as well as some change. That helps to keep them somewhat corralled