SDS-Plus Ground Rod Driver for 5/8” & 3/4” Ground Rods Great for All SDS Plus Hammer Drills Steel: Amazon: amzn.to/3W4sigs Also see: How To Adapt Between SDS Max, SDS Plus and Spline Adapters to Save Money: ruclips.net/video/-1sf4JVsRtU/видео.html
I recently used a Bosch concrete drill bit in my hammer drill to drill holes in concrete for expansion anchors, and that Bosch bit worked freaking awesome.
Thank you for this video. This was extremely helpful to determine which drill to get. I actually had a hammer drill -SDS pro from Harbor Freight. I thought it just used 6" long bits and I need a SDS Max to get a bit longer than 12" to add extra rebar in a failing small retaining wall . Harbor Freight actually had a $20 box set of SDS Pro 14" bits from 1/4 to 5/8" . This video saved me a bunch of money. The SDS Max set-up is super nice for a contractor, but I could not justify the expense for the limited work.
@Sparky Channel. Thanks Bill for the explanation between SDS Plus and SDS Max. Also appreciate you're always setting a example by using appropriate safety gear (safety glasses and respirator) during your demonstrations. Hope you and your family stay safe and well.
I have both SDS plus and SDS Max tools and I tend to use SDS Plus up to 16 millimetres anything over 16 mm I go to SDS Max the reason for that is if I go any bigger it's a lot more work on my SDS plus drill that is probably the best gauge when to use one or the other so if you want your drills to last a long time go by that gauge
I was exposed to massive amounts of silica dust without knowing or protection while drilling holes for housing and blowing out the holes with compressed air now I am trying to get a Whole Lung lavage to SAVE MY LIFE and remove the silica dust in my lungs before it's too late please spread awareness about a possible hope for removing the silica dust from lungs before it causes fatal damage.
Finally! I have a project, I need a tool! Ok sir, now spend two day figuring out what each letter mean before you drop $500 on the wrong one. This made it a little better.
I'm old school. I still like spline drive because when I do overhead drilling into concrete, the spline locking mechanism doesn't care about getting concrete dust in it and never malfunctions.
It is quite sad for me to know that most of rotary hammer users are either ignorant or refuse to lubricate the shank part of the drill bit with a specific SDS grease, which is quite cheap and available at major hardware stores. I have sent quite a number of my company's rotary hammer to the service centre due to the drill bit holder part of those hammers being worn out and sometimes completely destroyed/torn apart.
The SDS-Max with the ground rod driver bit is also legendary for turning a difficult job into child's play. It pushes 1/2-inch ground rods in like they were being driven into butter.
Given that very people probably have BOTH a SDS-Plus and SDS-Max tool, the question of which to use is somewhat moot. :-) The manual for my SDS-Max tool recommends always putting a little dab of white Lithium grease on the grooves of the bit prior to inserting them into the chuck.
Just bought my first rotary drill hammer. i bought bauer 11amp model and some air chisels. Thinking any chisels would work. nope. Trying to break off bolt head in tight location. didnt work.. next day i figured special sds chisels had to be used . Not documented anywhere
Did u find the the jack hammer that u were looking for to complete the job u needed to do? I'm asking cause I'm just away to start my own drilling supplies company which supplies Sds Plus+Sds Max bits,alongside the Sds hammer drills+also the standup breakers for heavy duty concrete work i.e knocking out the concrete frm fence posts,paving slabs+heavy duty kerbing,breaking up foundations etc so u get an idea of what I'm gona be supplying+selling over the phone+through my website but iv got a lot of leg work to do to get it off the ground which may never happen but I'm trying to make a dream in2 a reality but god willing I will concour all the obstacles that lie in front of me and somehow make this a reality as I have no choice really as its not just me I'm supporting.... Anyway all the best and I hope whatever u were looking at to get ur job that was needing done u managed to achieve my friend
What is best to put a 1.25" hole through hollow CMU block (cinder block)? SDS max with diamond core bit or drill through from both sides with a standard concrete bit?
A good bit would be: Bosch 1-1/4 in. x 8 in. x 13 in. SDS-Max Speed-X Carbide Rotary Hammer Drill Bit for Concrete Drilling. You need a variable speed trigger and you need to go slow to avoid cracking the block.
@@SparkyChannel thanks for the reply. I really want to try a core type bit. There is one from Ediamondtools for SDS plus that's a little more than the Bosch. I will have to think about it. Thanks
I've seen another video where they say those carbide tipped bits for rebar are supposed to be used with the drill on spin only but I see you use it with hammer mode. Wonder which is best?
I have question for you. We have to run 4-0 wire thru the concert wall? Which is the rotary hammer drill shall I buy It? and also what does mean by size of the drill? Some said 1-inch others said 1 1/8 and more. Thank you.
@@Ebvardh People just want to be told what to do. Fine, except they blame you if it doesn't work out just the way they wanted it. F the ones that don't want to put in the effort. Help the ones that do.
@@mondavou9408 As a customer service guy who deals with 90% contractors, yeah, some of these people are beyond help. They don’t want to think, talk, or communicate.
Return it and get a Milwaukee. That should solve any problems you’re having. I’m kidding. I know you commented this along time ago. Hopefully you got your issue fixed.
@@SparkyChannel just bought some smaller, regular hammer drill bits... Oddity of oddities: the Bosch bits are made in China; the DeWalt bits are made in Germany...go figure...
SDS-Plus Ground Rod Driver for 5/8” & 3/4” Ground Rods Great for All SDS Plus Hammer Drills Steel: Amazon: amzn.to/3W4sigs
Also see: How To Adapt Between SDS Max, SDS Plus and Spline Adapters to Save Money: ruclips.net/video/-1sf4JVsRtU/видео.html
I recently used a Bosch concrete drill bit in my hammer drill to drill holes in concrete for expansion anchors, and that Bosch bit worked freaking awesome.
Yes, they work great for me as well!
I've a massive chissel bit for SDS plus and the drill has no issues breaking concrete like a kango haha
ruclips.net/video/4HTTAfD6wFw/видео.html
When to use SDS Max: When you are aggravated and want to show the concrete who's boss.
Yep! :)
concrete: why do i hear boss music? (probably)
🤣🤣🤣
For that you need the SDS ultra.
Thank you for this video. This was extremely helpful to determine which drill to get. I actually had a hammer drill -SDS pro from Harbor Freight. I thought it just used 6" long bits and I need a SDS Max to get a bit longer than 12" to add extra rebar in a failing small retaining wall . Harbor Freight actually had a $20 box set of SDS Pro 14" bits from 1/4 to 5/8" . This video saved me a bunch of money. The SDS Max set-up is super nice for a contractor, but I could not justify the expense for the limited work.
@Sparky Channel. Thanks Bill for the explanation between SDS Plus and SDS Max. Also appreciate you're always setting a example by using appropriate safety gear (safety glasses and respirator) during your demonstrations.
Hope you and your family stay safe and well.
Thanks! I think safety gear is super important. You guys stay safe and well too!
I have both SDS plus and SDS Max tools and I tend to use SDS Plus up to 16 millimetres anything over 16 mm I go to SDS Max the reason for that is if I go any bigger it's a lot more work on my SDS plus drill that is probably the best gauge when to use one or the other so if you want your drills to last a long time go by that gauge
This is the explanation that I was looking for.
I’m going to go with the sds max. Thank you!
I was exposed to massive amounts of silica dust without knowing or protection while drilling holes for housing and blowing out the holes with compressed air now I am trying to get a Whole Lung lavage to SAVE MY LIFE and remove the silica dust in my lungs before it's too late please spread awareness about a possible hope for removing the silica dust from lungs before it causes fatal damage.
I'm so sorry to hear of your injury/illness!
bruh
Finally! I have a project, I need a tool! Ok sir, now spend two day figuring out what each letter mean before you drop $500 on the wrong one. This made it a little better.
Excellent!
Great video, thank you Sir. This deserves at least a million views.
Thanks so much!
Don’t forget to grease the shank before use
German "Stecken - Drehen - Sichern" (Insert - Twist - Secure).
Excellent, thanks!
A little bit of history this time well played
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Thanks! Cheers with a beer!
Very useful video showing the difference between sds plus and max.
Thanks!
I'm old school. I still like spline drive because when I do overhead drilling into concrete, the spline locking mechanism doesn't care about getting concrete dust in it and never malfunctions.
Yes, I came up with spline drive and wore out more spline drive bits than I could count. LOL!
Not sure sds Max is an improvement over spline drive,seems they cost the same,guys ,your thoughts and experienced comments,,
It is quite sad for me to know that most of rotary hammer users are either ignorant or refuse to lubricate the shank part of the drill bit with a specific SDS grease, which is quite cheap and available at major hardware stores. I have sent quite a number of my company's rotary hammer to the service centre due to the drill bit holder part of those hammers being worn out and sometimes completely destroyed/torn apart.
Good tip, thanks!
I was ignorant of that. Good info.
The SDS max with a really wide spade is great for trenching underground lines in hard soil with a lot of clay.
Yes, they are extremely useful.
The SDS-Max with the ground rod driver bit is also legendary for turning a difficult job into child's play. It pushes 1/2-inch ground rods in like they were being driven into butter.
@@eosjoe565 agreed
@@eosjoe565 THAT . SOUNDS. AWESOME. Since code is now 2 copper bars into the ground (6' I think) imagine the time an electrician would save!!
you are perfect..much love from egypt
Given that very people probably have BOTH a SDS-Plus and SDS-Max tool, the question of which to use is somewhat moot. :-) The manual for my SDS-Max tool recommends always putting a little dab of white Lithium grease on the grooves of the bit prior to inserting them into the chuck.
Excellent point, thanks!
what lube r u supposed to use on the connection side to prevent it from overheating?
Grease.
Fanny bree ....works like an absolute treat
@@SparkyChannel Hi temp grease.
I have Makita Sds plus, can i buy sds max bits too?
Any way to use-and should I-a max bit in a plus drill? Is there such an adapter?
Oh thanks. I almost bought some SDS Max bits but I need to be sure to only get SDS Plus for my specific hammer drill.
That thing looks almost as good as my Bunnings Ozito PXC Hammer Drill ;) 😹👍😎
for the price, Ozito actually makes a kinda decent SDS rotary hammer lol
Are SDS plus and MAX bits interchangeable across manufacturers? Namely can you use Bosch or Milwaukee SDS bits on a Hilti drill?
Yes. It's a standardized bit.
Thanks
@@christopherbrennan4858 Good answer Christopher. It's true, fortunately they are standardized.
Just bought my first rotary drill hammer. i bought bauer 11amp model and some air chisels. Thinking any chisels would work. nope. Trying to break off bolt head in tight location. didnt work.. next day i figured special sds chisels had to be used . Not documented anywhere
How'd it go?
What is the best hammer drill to pound grounding rods into deep hard ground about 6 FT down?
That would be a jack hammer, not a hammer drill. A hammer drill is not up to that task at all.
@@SparkyChannel They have an attachment for the Milwaukee M18 just for rods!
Did u find the the jack hammer that u were looking for to complete the job u needed to do? I'm asking cause I'm just away to start my own drilling supplies company which supplies Sds Plus+Sds Max bits,alongside the Sds hammer drills+also the standup breakers for heavy duty concrete work i.e knocking out the concrete frm fence posts,paving slabs+heavy duty kerbing,breaking up foundations etc so u get an idea of what I'm gona be supplying+selling over the phone+through my website but iv got a lot of leg work to do to get it off the ground which may never happen but I'm trying to make a dream in2 a reality but god willing I will concour all the obstacles that lie in front of me and somehow make this a reality as I have no choice really as its not just me I'm supporting.... Anyway all the best and I hope whatever u were looking at to get ur job that was needing done u managed to achieve my friend
Bunker buster bomb
Does the chuck size matter when selecting bits for a SDS Plus?
Thanks Bill
No problem, thanks!
Always wanted to know what SDS was. Thanks.
It means slotted drive system.
He jist said it was 3 german words that mean twist secure and hitler
Very helpful. Thank you.
You're welcome! Thanks Treston!
Wooow nice video , I think I need that bulldog drill
Bosch Bulldog, love it! :)
Hello, can you use SDS bits on regular chucks hammer drills?
You can try it. The grooves on a SDS plus bit may cause your bit to wobble on regular chucks hammer drills.
On most applications, you'll burn the hell out of those poor drills hahaha
Thank you very much
No worries, thanks!
What is best to put a 1.25" hole through hollow CMU block (cinder block)? SDS max with diamond core bit or drill through from both sides with a standard concrete bit?
A good bit would be: Bosch 1-1/4 in. x 8 in. x 13 in. SDS-Max Speed-X Carbide Rotary Hammer Drill Bit for Concrete Drilling. You need a variable speed trigger and you need to go slow to avoid cracking the block.
@@SparkyChannel thanks for the reply. I really want to try a core type bit. There is one from Ediamondtools for SDS plus that's a little more than the Bosch. I will have to think about it. Thanks
Sparky, which do you use for driving in ground rods?
Sds max with a socket style attachment to fit the rods
I've seen another video where they say those carbide tipped bits for rebar are supposed to be used with the drill on spin only but I see you use it with hammer mode. Wonder which is best?
The drill bits are to be used on drill mode and the hammer bits are to be used on hammer mode.
The thing is most sds max don't have spin only
My dadgum bit pulled out without the release... Always gets stuck in concrete... New Makita...i think something is wrong with that little ball
Darn!
If helper puts the bit in, trust me she can still exit the drill and at high velocity
I believe it. LOL!
That's a feature, not a bug. It's so they can make high velocity apprentice marks.
You Can Put Standard Chuck On Sds Plus Rotary Hammer Wits Sds adapter
Thanks!
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@@SparkyChannel Thanks
You forgot to show off the ground rod driver!
Yes, they are fantastic!
I have question for you.
We have to run 4-0 wire thru the concert wall?
Which is the rotary hammer drill shall I buy It? and also what does mean by size of the drill?
Some said 1-inch others said 1 1/8 and more.
Thank you.
Is that "concrete" wall? If so, how thick is the concrete wall? the size of the drill refers to how large of a concrete bit that it can handle.
@@SparkyChannelResidential Basement wall, we have to run the wire thru it.
@@tommycho9068 You notice how he asked you a specific question regarding measurements and you didn't answer?
@@Ebvardh People just want to be told what to do. Fine, except they blame you if it doesn't work out just the way they wanted it. F the ones that don't want to put in the effort. Help the ones that do.
@@mondavou9408 As a customer service guy who deals with 90% contractors, yeah, some of these people are beyond help.
They don’t want to think, talk, or communicate.
Can I use an SDS Max bit in a SDS plus rotary hammer tool?
No SDS Max bits have a bigger shank than their SDS Plus counterparts
I just bought a new Dewalt DCH273B Hammer Drill, but when i put it on chisel the bit pops out. Works fine on drill mode. any ideas? Thanks
I would probably take the drill back that should not happen
Post a photo
@@secondwind3989lmao
Return it and get a Milwaukee. That should solve any problems you’re having.
I’m kidding. I know you commented this along time ago. Hopefully you got your issue fixed.
In either one the Bosch bits are superior to all others. Must be the design of the cutting edge.
My preference for bits are Bosch and Hilti. That's just from experience. Thanks!
@@SparkyChannel just bought some smaller, regular hammer drill bits...
Oddity of oddities: the Bosch bits are made in China; the DeWalt bits are made in Germany...go figure...
Nice
Thanks Dave!
how much is it my friend?
Good men 😉
Thanks! 😃