Wera K Rapidaptor Bit Holders: Quality, Performance, and Choice. Active retention is essential!

[@paedahe4975]

I think it’s pronounced “Rapid-ap-tor”. It’s a play on words for Rapid adapter.

[@xSchattenfluchx]

In Germany i usually hear it as "Rapi-dapter" but yes, it's a play on rapid adaptor.

[@zakpodo]

Now, it's named after a hybrid matador and velociraptor

[@DakarFourByFour]

@@zakpodo 🤣

[@PIANOPICTURES]

@@zakpodo Rapid matador running from the velociraptor.

[@John..18]

Yes you can tell by reading the name on the packaging,, it's obviously Rappiddorr..it's a play on words,, it rhymes with dumbass,,, 😂😂😂

[@ColdSphinX]

The Wera colors are: - black-green: default - black-light blue: stainless steel - red-yellow: VDE for electronics - yellow-red: VDE for electronic 1000V - red-light blue: stainless steel, VDE for electronics - normal black-yellow: usable with a hammer - micro black-yellow: ESD safe

[@AntwonDaBusiness]

Don’t forget that the end of those wera adaptors have a spinning collar at the end. It’s for pinching for rapid installs. It’s like a manual ratchet setup. Great for installing small screws and such.

[@gekkehenkie0001]

This rapidaptor is exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!

[@espressomatic]

RAPID ADAPTOR -> RAPIDAPTOR. just merging of the two words at the last and first vowel respectively.

[@lastbesttool]

Yeah, I was young and naïve when I made that video.

[@rogerseto6453]

Hi Doc, I actually prefer that the Wera bit holders need to be pulled forward to release the bit because I've lost bits when the bit holder released the bit on its own suchi as when the bit holder hits an obstruction (like a pipe or a piece of wood in a wall). Keep up the excellent work!

[@reverend1989]

Also pulling forward is way more intuitive to use when you are removing the bit since it can all be done in one smooth motion, unlocking the holder and pulling out the bit.

[@cafecybernz]

@@reverend1989 This ^

[@HrissMiner]

I really like your channel! Found it 3 days ago

[@rodsheypuk8104]

Great video! You'll find that there's a lot less play if you don't align the ball with the hole in the adapter. Also, Wera makes another adapter that you might be interested in. It's called the "BiTorsion Rapidator".

[@toekin6376]

Rapid Adaptor - Rap-i-daptor. That sounds right to me.

[@XaltLures]

My last best tool was the Wera Joker 4 set. Love German made and designed hand- and power tools. Thank you for sharing! Richie.

[@felixf5211]

Hadn't seen the Bosch before. I'll keep on eye out for it. I do like Wera's bit holders quite a bit. The locking mechanism makes all the difference.

[@2967575]

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[@pearsquash]

thank you for this recommendation

[@pleappleappleap]

How are the magnetic holding strength for ferrous screws for the locking ones, compared to the straight magnetic ones?

[@theoldhenk7531]

Doesn't Wera also produce magnetic collar rapidaptors, and I think some even require pulling the collar for both bit insertion and removal. Their square drive rapidaptors are also nice.

[@joehart3826]

Look up Wiha centrofix bit holder. It's way better than the 'it has some play' Wera bit holders. Wiha has basically no play, very secure. Festool did/do still use Wiha centrofix... ?

[@anne_frank_]

Something I've been looking at recently. The adaptor for 1/4 drive on Fein drills with the quick-in system also use this holder. I think it's designed more for DIN C6 bits rather than the E6 which have the large ring for a detent. Looks like the festool centrotec bits would fit nicely seeing as pb Swiss have discontinued such bits and I don't know anywhere else to buy longer C6 style bits.

[@FountainCityVol]

Do the Wera locking adapters hold screws magnetically? Some locking adapters do and some will not? Just curious?

[@CarbonatedGravy]

Yes i have a few they have both magnets and a physical lock on them, prefer it that way so the bit doesn’t launch out onto the ground when it’s unlocked

[@xSchattenfluchx]

@@CarbonatedGravy There's also ones with a magnetic sleeve to hold the screws better.

[@EK99_00]

Where do you guy the 6” one from?

[@uiopuiop3472]

The Original answer: The Wera© Rapidaptor™ system is named after the Kingdom of Apator from the Indiana Jones film franchise.

[@zakpodo]

Perfect for the guy who regularly puts down the work to play with his tool. Lol especially that rat heating were driver with the double rapidaptor and dxtension

[@williamrowe7648]

What is the Wera bit holder in the upper right of your bench? It's the one with the six gold colored bits. It looks like it holds long bits. I've been looking through the Wera website and haven't come across it. I'm mainly interested in the holder as I have plenty of bits.

[@lastbesttool]

amzn.to/3wVYN2B Wera Tools 05056476001 Check 6 TX HF 1 TORX BITS with Holding Function, One Size, Multi

[@williamrowe7648]

@@lastbesttool Thanks. I decided to go with the Milwaukee bit storage units. I can get all my bits into the large one.

[@joosepkunder]

Thank you, it is good review! :)

[@VladimirZaitsev-u8l]

The Rapidaptor can only be used in hand tools and cordless drills and screwdrivers; it's not impact-rated

[@tonytooltime5373]

My favorite are the magnetic locking. I don't really like the ones that drop out when you unlock it, like those Rapid-aptors. Opinion! Just my Preference. 🔨👍😁👍🔧

[@vincentdelaney1900]

weras are actually both

[@nowthenad3286]

Rapid adaptor => Rapid 'aptor => Rapidaptor

[@CrowemagModelWorks]

Rap-i-daptor is how it's pronounced, I think.

[@staniley884]

Wera is from czech republic 👌

[@volgamoskvicova3905]

I like them better than Japanese VESSEL tools.

[@John..18]

Yep, Rappiddorr,,, It rhymes with velociraptor.. 😂😂

[@radodomantay2201]

Rap-adapter

[@marcdurose8683]

Rapid + Adaptor = Rapidaptor..... Nothing to do with dinosaurs or matadors 😂😂😂

[@Vlad-vivat]

Чувак, зачем тебе их столько много? Или ты их продаешь?

[@lastbesttool]

I have many different kits and toolboxes each outfitted with sets of bit drivers.

[@sp463]

Rapid Adaptor = Rapidaptor

[@ishaq.sohail62]

Hi

[@ScoundrelzNTwK]

Rap - e - daptor......I think

[@wotan_nightshade]

Ruined one using it as a 1/4in

[@CoreyAved]

Yeah, they're not made to drive 1/4 hex screws. You need to get the true hex head bits they sell. They're built with a little more strength around the contact points, especially the Wera Hex Plus Bits that they have available, so they won't strip out. Also, I have seen a ton of manufacturers data sheets advertise their 1/4" hex bits as being 6.13mm in diameter, and a hand full of the top brands advertising in their data sheets as being 6.35mm, which is a true 1/4". Amazing how that .23mm can make such a huge difference in how much damage it can cause to a tool or fastener. Also, take into consideration that the companies that make the 1/4" hex head screws, depending on the budget that they have in quality control, may have tolerances as low as .244 inches, and possibly even lower, which translates into around 6.19mm. So there's a lot taking place, at a really tiny level, with a considerable amount of torque applied to those surfaces. It's really interesting stuff to research when you have the spare time. Another interesting thing to look up, and dig real deep into, is the difference between the DIN ISO 1173 standards on bits for fasteners, which is what the Europeans and the Americans follow, and the Japanese Industrial Standards or (JIS). The tight tolerances of the Japanese Philips head screws drivers, compared to the once loosely designed American Philips head was the cause of a lot of grief for American owners of Japanese imported cars and motorcycles, when they tried to due some simple maintenance on them. Another crazy thing with the Japanese Standard, mainly still used by the company Vessel, is that their 1/4" hex drive impact bits come with a measurement of 13mm from the end of the anvil, to the center of their locking groove, whereas the DIN ISO 1173 standard that we use, measures 9.5mm from end to center. Which is why a lot of their Japanese domestic impact drivers will not lock into and work properly with our impact bits and bit adapters that we purchase here in the USA or from European brands like Wera and Wiha. So those guys and girls that purchase true Japanese domestic Makita impacts from websites like Amazon tend to have some issues with them when they go to use them. Some really interesting stuff to learn about if you're really into tools. Well, I've taken up enough of your time. Enjoy your day buddy.

[@hayabusaB2rbo]

Nothing special about that brand,just another brick in the wall,what you need sometimes is basic screwdriver ,not some " brand" for extreme money,chinesse ingco will still do the same job

[@timothycaldwell2560]

Milwaukee makes a locking extension that is WAY better than any of these.