Bad Drivers 1/4" shaft hex driver screwdriver handles for building Vorons

Handles for 90-100mm long 1/4" shaft drive bits. The screw the driver fits is displayed for quick visual reference.
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THERE ARE NO CAD FILES!  I'm still hacking things together in Tinkercad, so there are no step files to share.

Overview & Parts:

I wanted Wiha quality for the cheapest price.  I'm also usually building in the Voron ecosystem and wanted a quick visual reference as to what screw type the driver fits.  They were made with Voron printers in mind, but the handle is comfortable and can be used for other purposes.  Print the plain one out and give it a feel!

Wiha part #76090 Security Hex Power Blades set comes with 2.5, 3.0, 4.0, & 5.0mm bits.  The 90mm length makes them just long enough to install the corner base pieces on a Voron.  This type of set is only available in a security bit version (recessed hole down center of bit).  Price ranges from $8-12.  Non-security type bits are available individually, but each bit costs as much as this set.  The 5.0mm bit will not be used on Vorons.

The 2.0mm bit can be purchased separately under part #74332.  Price for this single bit also ranges from $8-12.  This size is only used in a few places on the Voron V2 & Trident (M3 button head).  It is used on TAP however.  You may choose to just use a cheap hex key for those few locations and forego this size.

Alternatively, larger sets of cheaper brands are available that cover a wider range of sizes for $10-12.  The Wiha bits are S2 tool steel hardened to HRC60.  As long as the cheap bits are the same, they should perform similarly (provided the manufacturer is being truthful).  Get at least 90mm long.  100mm is pretty common.  “100mm 1/4 metric hex set” is a good search term to find cheap generic sets.

Fasteners to display on top of handle:  I made the threads 10mm deep, but the shorter the threads the less work they will be to install.  Use the shortest you have on hand.

Instructions:

HANDLE WILL PROBABLY NEED RESIZED FOR THE BIT TO FIT!

These handles rely on a tight press fit to hold the bit.  They are not meant to have the bit removed and reinstalled.  Many things can affect the fit of the bit, including filament type, layer height, & cooling.  I printed them in Polymaker ASA at a .2mm layer height.  PLA+ would probably require them to be scaled to 98%+/- in the slicer since PLA doesn't shrink as much.  Cancel the print after the first section has printed, check the fit, & adjust.  Once the fit is good, all the handles can be printed at the same scale.

While I've had the set of security bits for over a year, I just ordered the 2.0mm bit, so that is why it is not in the picture.  The 3mm button head and 3mm socket head can be difficult to tell apart due to their similar size so I used a silver button head and a black socket head.  Someday when I have a wider variety of filament colors I will reprint them each in a different color.

 

I started on a basic storage bracket for them, but it doesn't work well with either of the pegboards in my house.  I am not sure when I'll have the time or desire to work on it any further.  I've included the bracket with a flat back so you can merge it with whatever mounting solution works for you.

EDIT: Added handle that fits Fits Harbor Freight WARRIOR quick release bit holder item #68813 or 92633.  This is the cheaper $4 Warrior line, not the more expensive Bauer or Hercules impact rated ones.

 

 

 

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