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The Original Quick Release Drill System

Hole Saws
One of the most accurate methods of cutting holes or pockets is by using a hole saw . The tubular body ensures that the hole remains true even after the teeth have broken through . So , whether you are installing pipes and cables or making toys or furniture , a set of hole saws will prove invaluable . Fitted with the Snappy quick release shank , two 9 piece sets of hole saws are now available . The range includes three threaded arbors suitable for all standard makes of hole saw blade . These arbors have 1 / 4 inch replaceable pilot drills and are threaded to take 14 to 30mm or 32 to 64mm diameter blades and a
heavy duty 10mm pin-fitting arbor respectively . The variable tooth configuration blades are of bi-metal construction with High Speed Steel ( HSS ) teeth for strength and durability . All are suitable for use on wood , thin metals , aluminium or plastics . The two sets referred to as electrician and plumber sets , contain hole saw diameters of 22 , 28 , 35 , 44 , 51 and 64mm diameter hole saws and 19 , 22 , 28 , 38 , 44 and 57mm respectively . Two further diameters of 16 and 32mm are available separately . Prices start from £ 3.95 each SNAP / HS1 / SET _£ 39.95 electrician SNAP / HS2 / SET _£ 39.95 plumber
Foam Backed Abrasive Pads
Intended for use on curved and contoured surfaces , foam backed abrasive pads are very useful for the restorer , wood turner , carver or decorator . Supplied in three grades of 60 , 180 and 400 , the low clogging aluminium oxide abrasive is also suitable for metal , glass and fibreglass as well as both hardwood and softwood . The foam backed pad is 25mm thick by 51mm diameter with a quick release Velcro ® surface . The pad is mounted on a 1 / 4 inch hexagonal shank for use with Snappy chucks . SNAP / AFP2 / SET ___________£ 9.95 Spare packs ( 10 qty ) ________£ 3.00
Driver Bits
To extend the versatility of the Snappy system there are now three new specialist bit ranges . These include square socket drive , Torx ® and ball-end Hex bits . Square drive bits are available in Robertson ® sizes 1 , 2 and 3 . Torx ® in six sizes of T10 , 15 , 20 , 25 , 30 and 40 . Hex ball bits of 2 , 2.5 , 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 and 8mm . All bits are 50mm long and are available separately or in sets of selected sizes . SNAP / SQ / 1 ____£ 2.00 SNAP / SQ / 2 ____£ 2.00 SNAP / SQ / 3 ____£ 2.00 SNAP / TX / A ____£ 3.00 SNAP / TX / B ____£ 3.00 SNAP / HEX / A ___£ 5.95 SNAP / HEX / B ___£ 5.95 SNAP / HEX / C ___£ 5.95
No . 12 Magnetic Bit Holder
A new larger size Snappy Magnetic Bit is now available . For use with screw sizes up to No . 12 . Supplied with No . 3 Pozi ® insert bit . SNAP / MSH / 12 ___£ 4.50
Handy Driver
Although intended for use in cordless and mains powered drills and drivers , Snappy driver bits can be used for hand-driven applications . The Snappy handle comes fitted with the quick release chuck for fast change between bit sizes and comes complete with a magnetic bit holder . SNAP / HAND / 1 ___£ 7.95
SNAP / DRV / SET __£ 12.95 ( with 31pce bit set )

26 INProfile All prices are exclusive of VAT Spring 2002