Step-by-Step.
the instructions for
changing drill chucks!
Select which method to use for spindle measurement:
If you have a caliper at hand, you can use it to determine your spindle diameter.
Simply determine the spindle diameter of your power drill with a sheet of paper and a pair of scissors.
Introduction: In just a few steps, find out quickly what the spindle size is.
Duration: 5 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Remove the drill chuck of the drill.
ATTENTION, instructions on how to release the chuck can be found HERE.
Prepare all the necessary materials.
Open the caliper and measure the spindle diameter.
Close the caliper down and read the diameter of the spindle.
TIP: Mark the first line on the lower scale to make it easier to read.
The upper scale shows millimeters (see picture =1.2=12mm).
The unit displayed on the first line of the bottom scale will be applied.
WARNING, the measurement can deviate by 0.1 - 0.3 mm!
This is even easier if you have an inch/imperial caliper!
The bottom scale indicates a more precise value after the decimal point (see figure = 0.5).
The lines from the top and bottom scales that meet exactly count as the measuring line.
This picture shows a spindle diameter of approx. 12.5 mm.
Click on the diameter of your chuck.
The RÖHM drill chuck suitable for your power drill will be listed.
Introduction: In just a few steps, determine quickly and easily the spindle diameter of your power drill.
Duration: 5 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Prepare all the necessary materials.
Using the ruler, draw a rectangle that is exactly 40mm (or 1” 9/16) long and about 10mm (1/2”) wide.
Take the sheet of paper and carefully cut out the pre-drawn rectangle.
CAUTION, risk of injury!
Remove the chuck off the power drill.
ATTENTION, you can find instructions for removing the drill chuck HERE.
Wrap the paper strip around the spindle.
Click on the diameter of your drill chuck.
The RÖHM drill chuck suitable for your power drill will be listed.
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