Questions and Answers for Milwaukee SHOCKWAVE Impact Duty 1 in. Phillips #2 Alloy Steel Insert Bit (15-Pack)

A:  Sorry to say, but they are made in China. I wish someone would make some in USA.

A:  Back label says "Professionally made in China for Milwaukee Tool".

A:  These bits are made in China using global materials.

A:  Yes, these bits have 1/4" shank diameter.

A:  Yes, for use in 1/4" impact drivers.

A:  Hello RayRed, Yes these are the 1/4 inch hex shaft bits. Hope this Helped.

A:  The red shank is thinner than 1/4", but the end of the bit that fits into the driver fits a standard driver. I use the DeWalt.

A:  Yes. This product is 1/4' shank diameter.

A:  No, they are not but fit screws tight so far.

A:  Yes, these bits are magnetic.

A:  No, these are not magnetic.

A:  No, however if you put the bit into a magnetic hex adapter the bit will inherit the adapters magnetic properties - although somewhat weaker.

A:  only slightly, will hold up to 1 1/8" screws but any longer will definitely fall off.

A:  I don't know WHAT it is, but it is doggone tough stuff without being brittle.

A:  It's a custom blend shock resisting tool steel. Similar to an S5 or S7.

A:  Marc, Custom Alloy 76 steel is obviously some kind of special alloy developed by Milwaukee for allowing them to make small diameter driver bits that can handle the torque of power tools without twisting in half. I would suspect the actual details of the alloy are considered a trade secret by Milwaukee. Suffice it to say, these bits are strong and should last a long time in heavy use.

A:  No they are not, but you can easily magnetize them (I found out by accident) if you get one of those magnetic parts holder trays ($5). I found anything I put in one of those gets magnetized after about 48 hours. I throw all my small bits and drill bits in them so I don't lose them on my work bench and by the time I use the bit the second time, they're magnetized.

A:  Yes, these bits are magnetized.

A:  Yes

A:  yes

A:  They are if you use a magnetic bit holder

A:  Yes, these bits are magnetized.

A:  Yes, just slightly but enough to be useful.

A:  All Milwaukee SHOCKWAVE IMPACT DUTY™ inserts, including the 48-32-4413 #3 Phillips SHOCKWAVE™ Insert Bit 2-Pack, are compatable with any 1/4" hex impact driver by pairing with the Milwaukee 3" SHOCKWAVE™ Magnetic Bit Holder (48-32-4503). If you are referring to a 5/16" SHOCKWAVE™ Magnetic Nut Driver, it has a 1/4" hex-shank that makes it compatible with any 1/4" hex impact driver.

A:  Some bit holders tend to require more force when new to remove the bits. Pliers often work well, but if the problem persists please contact our customer service at 1-800-SAWDUST or https://www.milwaukeetool.com/Contact.aspx for a replacement.

A:  With my finger tips.

A:  Just pull them out of the bit holder

A:  Put them in a bit holder then put them in the impact. If the bits stick in the bit holder you bought the wrong holder. Buy one without the retainer. Use pliers to pull it out of the wrong holder.

A:  They are typically used with an extension, such as the DEWALT 1/4 in. Hex Magnetic Drive Guide Model DW2054, and you can simply pull the bit out with your fingers. Alternatively, you can insert the bit right into the chuck.