When laying drywall sheets, in the case of large volumes of work, you can often see how professionals, without turning off the screwdriver, wrap several dozen self-tapping screws without interruption. Looking closely, you can see that they are fed to a rotating bit, tucked into a special plastic clip. Such a tape screwdriver during operation is somewhat reminiscent of an equipped machine gun. The feeding mechanism in it works according to a similar principle.
Destination
Such a tool can be safely attributed to professional equipment, because when performing ordinary work, it is not suitable enough and is intended for frequently repeated, same-type operations. At a cost, a tape screwdriver is superior to similar household models in terms of characteristics. And it's not just a special feed mechanism. The devices are made with an increased margin of safety because their purpose is large volumes.
You can even work with such a unit alone. There is no need to take out a new self-tapping screw each time, put it on the tip of the bit, hold it and correct it for direction accuracy. Thanks to the equipped tape, one hand is released. It becomes possible to reliablyhold the sheet until a few self-tapping screws can quickly fix it to the guide planes.
Features
A tape screwdriver can be structurally made with a permanently installed self-tapping feed mechanism. Such a unit cannot be used without an equipped tape. The calculation of the manufacturers of such equipment is clear - each type of work should have its own tool.
Another option is a removable nozzle for a conventional screwdriver. Without it, the unit can be used in the mode of manual piece filling of each self-tapping screw. To some extent, this is beneficial. The device from a professional one is easily transformed into a universal tool by quickly removing the “muzzle” device. If necessary, it can be used for serial work with screws of a standard size, as well as manually installed without a nozzle any other screws (different in length, base thickness, head diameter), but suitable for the slots of self-tapping screws.
Benefits
Tape volume - 50 self-tapping screws. This is the estimated amount to securely fasten a standard drywall sheet in any position. Having equipped the screwdriver with a tape, you can proceed with the installation with confidence. The tool has good ergonomics: a comfortable handle allows you to work for a long time, and you quickly get used to its grip.
Hanging on the belt allows you to quickly free your hands and at the same time the tool is always at hand. Control buttons are convenientlocated. Tape feed head has a tapered nose that allows you to install corner fasteners in close proximity to the wall.
Cordless band screwdriver gives you even more freedom of action. There is no need to control the length of the carrying, worry that you can trip over the power cord. This is especially important when working with scaffolding at high altitude. However, you will have to pay extra for mobility, because battery models are more expensive.
Modifications
Leading manufacturers of screwdrivers, as a rule, represent a line of professional tools as a separate direction. Makita, Metabo, Dew alt, Bosh are companies whose products can be safely recommended for responsible work. Their tape screwdrivers work with 25 - 55 mm self-tapping screws. Senco Duraspin DS 275 and Makita BFR 750 RFE are units capable of driving screws up to 75 mm long in tape mode.
All models have screw head immersion adjustment. There is a possibility of a reverse move. Moreover, there is no need to manually refuel an incorrectly screwed self-tapping screw. Adjusting the engine speed allows you to most accurately adjust to the operating mode. The filling mechanism is implemented as simply as possible. The cassette tape does not twist when used at different angles.
Manufacturers are experimenting with the design of the shape of the handle, trying to balance the tool for professional work as much as possible. The Bosch GSR 6-45 tape screwdriver with a nozzle has a shape familiar to “household” models. For a tool with a bracket-shaped D-shapedthe center of gravity is displaced by the handle, which allows you to perfectly balance the unit and maintain the natural position of the drywall worker's hand when working.
BOSCH GSR 6 - 45 TE
A highly specialized unit designed to drive standard screws into drywall and other surfaces to a predetermined depth. It turns into a tape after installation on the nozzle head with Bosch MA 55 Professional feed mechanism. By the way, it also fits the BOSCH GSR 6 – 45 TE and 6 – 60 TE models.
The model is distinguished by operational strength, reliability, thoughtfulness of design, design and ergonomics, characteristic of the entire tool of the brand. The 700W motor provides stable performance with standard fasteners on soft to medium weight materials. Power is supplied from the network. Unit weight about 1.4 kg.
Pleased with the presence of a clip on the body for hanging. The wide button with fixation is convenient for pressing in any position of the hand. Adjustable engine speed from 0 to 4500. It should be noted that the drilling function is not provided. The internal diameter of the hexagon for the bit is 1/4 inch. But in combination with a nozzle, the unit quickly turns into a tape screwdriver. Traditionally completed with auxiliary accessories and carrying case.
Ribbon attachment
By equipping the standard model of a screwdriver with a removable feed mechanism, others also wentmanufacturers. So, in addition to Bosch MA 55, there are similar units from Kress (SMV), Metabo (SM 5–55), Hilti (SMD 57). The principle of operation is similar for all models. The tape is pulled by pressing the movable nose of the nozzle against the working surface of the material.
Tightening occurs by contact with a constantly running engine. Just like the Bosch MA 55 Professional, models from Kress, Metabo and Hilti are compatible with their peers in the class. The advantage of such models to specialists using the tool for different purposes is obvious. The drywall band screwdriver can be assembled from the standard base model by attaching a quick release attachment purchased separately.
