Those look good. I have a set where a screw tangent to the bit’s edge tightens the collar. I like them bobber than the usual kind where the screw runs toward the bit’s center and can foul the flutes.
These Infinity stops sound even better because you don’t need a custom stop for each bit diameter. Does that feature work as well in practice as it does on paper?
I agree with the single set-screw type being a PITA. Those seem to be ideal, especially with the ability to cover a wide range of diameters with each collar. Do the business ends have some surface that prevents marking up the wood?
These have worked perfectly for the drill sizes I have used so far. I just make sure to tighten each side about equally, and the fit is very snug. I think they will work as advertised on the sizes for which they are designed. I definitely like the fact that only two stops are needed for multiple sizes of bits.
They do not have any additional surface coating to protect the wood, so a light sanding would probably be required after use. The only downside I have seen is for short drill bits, the thickness of the stop might not leave enough of the bit exposed behind the stop to clamp securely in the drill. But I think the thickness is one reason they are so secure.
Looks like I also have a collar to stop me sinking further into shit!
Thanks for the heads up 'dog... sort of... looks like a handy solid piece of kit and for the price, I wouldn't mind giving them a try, however, I fear that international shipping might dampen that druther.
Similar to MrR', but mine is a set of these ring depth stops that cover a large range of sizes in smaller increments, No idea where I bought them, however, they are not LV, as that is too far away, and I do know I paid for them in some dodgy shop. They were upgraded by these less wood marking sets, which cover a fair range from very small to not so very small. Both the above sets don't mark the work if I remember to use a credit card before I start drilling... and it's always better when I don't use a current card.
For larger gauges, I use this Incra jig for the depth stop, One of the columns has a tapered groove down it so that the stop collar wont move, even if you bottom out, aggressively.... and I also need to justify the shekel magnitude of the jig.
Occasionally I precisely set up a drill with some masking tape, which will clear the sawdust off the workpiece as a second indicator when you've reached the appropriate depth. I find it invaluable when I drill in the ceiling and don't wan to look up and see when I reach the depth because of the debris falling down into my eyes, potentially blinding me... gummed up eyes is not recommended for descending a ladder.
FAIW, I was blindsided when both my batteries eventually died for this Triton drilland no cost affective replacement. It had a magnificent built in depth stop, and served me well even with the Ryobi battery hack, until it was made redundant with the above mentioned Woodpecker jig, though it cost me a lot of shekels and extra setup time.
If your first cut is too short... Take the second cut from the longer end... LBD
Fotodog commented about 2 hours ago new Duck, I like the credit card idea, I’ll have to try that. I need to use mine later today so I’m sure my wife won’t mind if I use hers.
The shoe wardrobe will feel the pinch.
If your first cut is too short... Take the second cut from the longer end... LBD
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