Drill chuck from BAER – so it runs smoothly!
If you have ever worked with a cordless screwdriver, then you have already had a drill chuck in your hand. The drill chuck is an important part of every drill and is taken so much for granted that we no longer even notice it as a separate individual part. But if you like to work on projects at home or are a craftsman, it's worth taking a closer look. A poorly made keyless drill chuck made of cheap materials not only increases the risk of damage. If you're unhappy with the quality of your drilling or experience frequent frustration in the workshop, then this may also be to blame!
At BAER, we know you put a lot of time and effort into your work. We celebrate this passion for the craft and would like to support you and make your life a little easier. After all, diligence and talent bear fruit especially when you're not held back by inferior tools. That's why we offer a wide range of high-quality drill chucks for purchase, which will make your work easier and enhance it at the same time. Try it out and you will notice the difference immediately.
Design and function: This is how the drill chuck is used
But why is the drill chuck actually so important? It's because of its function. As a tool holder, it acts as a link between the drill and the machine. Of course, the focus is on a firm hold, but there is more to it than that. The drill chuck is also a mediator of forces. It has to transmit the power of the machine and at the same time dissipate the forces generated during drilling. If this exchange does not function properly, then even expensive machines and high-quality drill bits are of little use to you.
To anchor the drill firmly in the machine, it is clamped in the drill chuck. The three-jaw chuck is very often used for this. You know the principle from many commercially available cordless screwdrivers: When you turn the drill chuck, three clamping jaws close around the shaft of the drill and hold it firmly. This number of jaws is ideal, especially for round shanks, because the tool centers itself.
We refer to drill chucks with this locking mechanism as quick-action drill chucks. They can be conveniently operated with usually only one hand and enable easy tool changes. Nowadays, quick-action drill chucks have prevailed over those with a toothed rim, which can only be opened and closed with a clamping key.
Which drill chuck is right for you?
Not all drill chucks are the same. Which one is right for you depends on your application. You can use the machine with which you want to drill holes as a guide. Hand-operated machines such as drills or cordless screwdrivers place different demands on the material than stationary machines.
Drill chucks for hand-held machines should of course also provide a secure hold, but not at the price of ease of use. They are smaller and lighter so as not to unnecessarily increase the weight of the machine. After all, you want to be able to work with it for a long time without your arm hurting in the end. Keyless drill chucks for hand tools are just right for DIYers who occasionally drill holes and for whom it doesn't have to be 100% precision.
Stationary machines such as upright drills or bench drills relieve you of the holding work. Here, the drill chuck may therefore increase in weight and also be larger. This brings with it a number of advantages, as these for stationary machines not only withstand greater forces, but also work more precisely. For this purpose, they are attached to the machine by means of a tapered mandrel. You will find them in use especially in the professional sector.
This is what you should look for when buying a drill chuck
But whether professional or DIY, quality and good workmanship play a major role in any application. So before you decide to buy a drill chuck, you should familiarize yourself with some quality criteria.
Concentricity is to the drill chuck what sharpness is to a knife: only with a high degree of concentricity can the drill chuck do its job to your satisfaction. High concentricity means that the drill rotates smoothly. As a result, the drill holes are precise and have exactly the desired diameter. And the drill itself also wears out less quickly. But beware, concentricity does not depend on the drill chuck alone. The machine used must also provide the necessary conditions.
A high clamping force is also essential for smooth operation. Here, too, you must weigh up which properties your application requires. Drill chucks with a post-tensioning effect can increase the clamping force as required. Other drill chucks, on the other hand, can be clamped particularly tightly with a wrench. For most common applications, however, a good quick-action drill chuck will provide sufficient clamping force.
In addition to these factors, you should of course make sure that the drill chuck is made of high-quality material and is carefully crafted. The easiest way to do this is to buy from a reputable dealer who has a lot of experience in the field. Feel free to take a look around the BAER Online-Shop around!
Buy drill chuck and accessories at BAER Online-Shop
We at BAER know what makes good drill chucks. In our store you will find everything you need for perfect drilling results. We carry quick-action drill chucks for the professional sector as well as drill chucks for handheld machines. You can even easily insert our quick-action drill chuck with bit adapter into a bit holder. We also have drill chucks for CNC machines in our assortment, which comply with common DIN standards and have also proven themselves in industrial settings.
In addition to the drill chucks themselves, we have a range of accessories in our program that you can use to expand them or adapt them to your workshop environment. These include a selection of tapered mandrels and insert pins in various designs, reducing and extension sleeves, as well as other adapters and accessories.
Do you have questions about drill chucks or need detailed advice from us as your tap manufacturer? Our customer service is here for you! Contact us by phone, e-mail or especially easily via the contact form and our competent staff will take care of your request immediately.