Given that I have no idea what you're doing, it's obvious that you need a hytorq. Hopefully, 138,000 foot pounds will be enough.Apparently. So what's the job that I'm incorrectly using my tools on? Clearly I've shared enough information to be lectured on my ignorance by a few members so clearly you can provide the details on why the tool I've chosen for this job is incorrect and which tool would be a better choice?
I own a 1/2" pneumatic impact. That isn't what is needed for this job.
provide the details on why the tool I've chosen for this job is incorrect and which tool would be a better choice?
Still confused...You are using an adapter from a smaller tool to a larger tool than can reliably supported and expect it to not break. A 1/4" shank to 1/2" drive adapter would be expected to break, 1/4" anything will not hold up to 1/2" loads,. i.e. if you need to use 1/2" tool then you need a 1/2 inch drive. You can safely adapt larger to smaller but not the other way around.
If I am using the driver for fasteners within it's rated capacity and using the adapters within their rated capacity why would I expect them to break?You are using an adapter from a smaller tool to a larger tool than can reliably supported and expect it to not break. A 1/4" shank to 1/2" drive adapter would be expected to break, 1/4" anything will not hold up to 1/2" loads,. i.e. if you need to use 1/2" tool then you need a 1/2 inch drive. You can safely adapt larger to smaller but not the other way around.
Whatever you're trying to do with a 1/4 tool apparently needs to be done with a 1/2" tool.
Dude. You're arguing with ghosts. You've created a scenario in your mind of what I am doing and why it is wrong. Several members have chimed in with the simple recommendation I asked for, some even reinforcing my experience with an apparently lesser brand adapter. You decided I'm trying to use a 1/4" adapter to turn over a CAT D5 engine and lecture me on why that's a bad idea.You are using an adapter from a smaller tool to a larger tool than can reliably supported and expect it to not break. A 1/4" shank to 1/2" drive adapter would be expected to break, 1/4" anything will not hold up to 1/2" loads,. i.e. if you need to use 1/2" tool then you need a 1/2 inch drive. You can safely adapt larger to smaller but not the other way around.
Whatever you're trying to do with a 1/4 tool apparently needs to be done with a 1/2" tool. One or both of us are missing some point here. I thought you were complaining that you have blown through three 1/4-1/2" adapters and I'm saying that a 1/4"-1/2" adapter is the incorrect way because the 1/4" shaft will always be limited to 1/4" loads regardless of the quality of the adapter.
You're doing it wrong.If I am using the driver for fasteners within it's rated capacity and using the adapters within their rated capacity why would I expect them to break?
In my use case I carry a battery operated impact driver and the sockets I need for my job. None of the fasteners I work with require more torque than the impact driver supplies. My primary socket sets are 1/2 inch drive in case I need to use a breaker bar to disassemble something that has been over tightened. So I use the 1/4 inch hex to 1/2 inch square adapter. In my case this keeps me from having to carry multiple socket sets.
Of course I am, but it feels right.You're doing it wrong.
Not sure how to explain myself other than I don't think breaking any 1/4" adapter can be avoided regardless of brand/quality at the torque the tool can produce. That tool is producing more torque than a 1/4" shaft can support and should have been designed with a larger chuck that can hold larger shafts.Still confused...
The power is being supplied from the 1/4 impact driver. The 1/4 adapter is breaking. It's still getting the same 1/4 loads, isn't it?
From what I understand, he's using a 1/4 impact driver. The only thing that can be used is 1/4 impact bits. If the 1/4 bits are breaking in the 1/4 impact driver, it seems that the bits are the problem. Not the power source. Not the socket.Not sure how to explain myself other than I don't think breaking any 1/4" adapter can be avoided regardless of brand/quality at the torque the tool can produce. That tool is producing more torque than a 1/4" shaft can support and should have been designed with a larger chuck that can hold larger shafts.
But if whatever he is doing requires 1/2" adapter, you cannot expect to utilize the full capacity of a 1/2" tool using a 1/4" adapter.
And I'm saying 1/4" bit cannot be expected to support the full load a 1/2" adapted tool might require.Now I think it's you that's confused. From what I understand, he's using a 1/4 impact driver. The only thing that can be used is 1/4 impact bits. If the 1/4 bits are breaking in the 1/4 impact driver, it seems that the bits are the problem. Not the power source. Not the socket.
I would say the 1/4" is appropriate. The 3/8" maybe. The 1/2" was wishful thinking on Milwaukee's part. Unless you get into exotic alloys/ heat treatments, steel is steel and the stress risers in the 1/2" adapter are apparent (90deg filet = no filet).I'm a Milwaukee tools guy and at this point I've blown through at least three of their 1/2" impact socket adapters. Figured I'd ask if anyone has found a brand that holds up before just buying at random and hoping for the best. I'm talking about these things.
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1/2 IR impact bought off the Matco truck 35 years ago, and it laughs at the FUEL. Yes, air is still king.I know I am an old man, but I much prefer Pneumatic tools. Real Pneumatic tools, Ingersal Rand, and the Old USA made Chicago Pneumatic tools that have served me well since the early 1970's. 1/2, 3/4 and spline drive tools.
Of course having to carry at least a 6 hp compressor around can be cumbersome <grin>
Why are you so hung up on the 1/2"? It is nothing more than the size of the whole in the socket. Rookie tried to explain that earlier, and you just seem to ignore it.And I'm saying 1/4" bit cannot be expected to support the full load a 1/2" adapted tool might require.
Are the other adapters breaking too if used on the same job? (why is the 1/2" adapter needed, can it be done with a 1/4 socket without breaking?)
I'd be curious if any better made brand adapter can withstand the torque his driver is producing. It is possible the Milwaukee part is junk, but until a higher quality 1/4" adapter can tested there's no way to know whether it's the adapter's fault or the impact driver is capable of more power than a 1/4" shaft can reliably handle. Maybe Milwaukee just designed it with more torque capability than it should given it's chuck size.