I bought a power drill and i cant seem sometimes to get a screw to go in .Sometimes the head of the screw gets torn up and i cant drill it anymore. What am i doing wrong with my drill? Note: Not a very good craftsman Do i use a certain speeds? There is an icon of a screw as well as different speeds 2-?
2006-08-31 15:16:30 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You wouldn't think so without having drilled many screws, but there is a little bit of technique and some know-how involved. First of all, as described by other people whom answered the question, be sure you have a bit that is the correct size and in good condition. Bits ware out just as do screws heads sometimes do.
Pick up a screw bit kit if you're going to be drilling many screws, especially if they will vary in size. Always use the bit that fits most snug in the screw head.
Also, the little icon of a screw you described is a setting that assists you with a couple of different factors. It's called a clutch and it prevents (1) sinking the screw too far into the material in which you are screwing into, and (2) it will help prevent stripping a screw by screwing it in, then the bit turning while the screw is staying still.
Another thing you could do if you are drilling into a hard surface and keep having problems is to drill a pilot hole before screwing in the screw. This is a hole drilled with a drill bit that is smaller than the screw. If you are afraid to drill to deeply into whatever you are going to be screwing into (ie: you don't want to accidentally drill through it) then you can put a rubber washer or small rubber band on the drill bit where you want to stop drilling any deeper. That way you can visually see where to stop.
Last, different screws are stronger than others. Ask for some help in your screw selection at your local hardware store. Shop an Ace Hardware or similar store when you need such advice as Home Depot and Lowes aren't always your best resource for handy related advice.
Hope this helped... good luck!
2006-09-04 14:59:39 · answer #1 · answered by Seth 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well a slower speed would help! But the most important thing to keep in mind is plenty on downward pressure on the drill combined with a slower speed and the right bit. One that fits snuggly into the screw. The harder the screw the more speed it will take to tear it up. But brass screws for instance need to be put in very slowly. Also pre- drill a hole for the screw. This will make it easier to put it in. Experiance is the best teacher.
2006-08-31 15:30:14 · answer #2 · answered by cheeseburger_nparadise 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try putting more pressure on the screw, and screw slower. Also, Make sure you match your screw bit to the screw, I.E., #1 phillips screw, use a #1 phillips bit. Most drill sets come with cheap bits of varying sizes. Get a bit at your local hardware store to match the screw head you are trying to drive.
2006-08-31 15:29:29 · answer #3 · answered by detecting_it 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most of the time you need to drill a "Pilot Hole" if your wood is dense. It could be your tip is damaged. Not all screws are intended to be driven without "Pilots". You may not be applying enough force to keep the screw seated. You may be trying to go too fast. Slow down and practice on some scraps till you get the hang of it. Try rubbing some bar soap on the screw threads.
2006-08-31 15:29:58 · answer #4 · answered by uncle bob 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
After it gets started, push harder on the screw to keep the bit from jumping.
Use low speed too.
If it has an adjustable collar on the drill, adjust it so that when the screw bottoms out, the drill ratchets.
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