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KR Tools 12650 Autoloader 6-in-1 Auto Loading Screwdriver, 52-Piece Set, Blue | 
| Brand: KR Tools
Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $89.98
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Seller: Amazon.com
Rating:  53 reviews
Sales Rank: 1211
Color: Blue
Media: Tools & Hardware
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.7
Dimensions (in): 13.8 x 11.1 x 1.8
MPN: CASKU5449
Model: 12650
UPC: 051779126507
EAN: 0051779126507
ASIN: B001NPDJJ0
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| Features:
| • | Patented pump action design to quickly and easily change bits | | • | Magnetic bit tips help ensure you won't loose a screw | | • | Includes 48 different bits in convenient carrying case | | • | Comes with two autoloaders: precision and classic, and UFO tool light for work in dark areas | | • | Lifetime warranty |
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Amazon.com Product Description
The Blue KR Tools 12650 Autoloader 52-Piece Combo Set includes two innovative screwdrivers, 48 magnetic-tip bits, and a tool light--all packaged in a convenient zipper storage case. The screwdrivers each hold six bits in the handle, and any bit can be auto loaded quickly and easily with the screwdrivers' patented pump action.  | - 52-piece set includes a Classic screwdriver, Precision screwdriver, magnetic tool light, 48 Chrome Vanadium Steel nickel-plated bits, and convenient zippered case
- Autoloader Classic and Precision screwdrivers feature a patented and award-winning pump-action design to quickly and easily change bits
- Winner of the "SEMA International New Product Award"
- Magnetic bit tips ensure you won't lose a screw
- Magnetic UFO LED tool light mounts to any metal surface or directly to the Classic screwdriver to light your work area
- Lifetime satisfaction guarantee
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The Autoloader's anti-roll handle fits comfortably in your hand.
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Why the Autoloader?
Featuring an award-winning, patented design, the Autoloader is incredibly easy to use. Its zero-contact bit change mechanics let you quickly find the right bit for the job, and the anti-roll handle fits comfortably in your hand. And thanks to its high-grade metal component construction, the Classic Autoloader meets or exceeds ANSI (American National Standards Institute) specifications and can withstand up to 150 pounds of torque.
Two Screwdrivers to Fit Any Purpose
The Autoloader 52-Piece Combo Set comes with a Classic Autoloader for most screw types and a Precision Autoloader for finer work, including eyeglass, jewelry, watch, and electronics repair. Both the Classic and the Precision screwdriver hold up to six bits at once, making it quick and easy to switch between different sizes of flathead, Phillips, Torx, or other bit types. For further convenience, each bit features a magnetic tip to keep you from dropping or losing screws.
Change Bits in Seconds
To load a different bit, simply pull back on the handle of your Autoloader, rotate the handle until you locate the bit you want, and push the handle back into place. You'll never be caught wishing you had a different screwdriver in your hand. 
The patented pump-action design makes for quick and easy bit changes. View larger. | The bits included in the drivers and the set are constructed from Chrome Vanadium steel for durability and long life, and they feature a smooth nickel-plated finish to resist rust and corrosion. The bits can even handle tough jobs, as they are rated to meet the ANSI (American National Standards Institute) specifications for torque.
Customize Your Screwdriver
If you consistently work with the same type of hardware and screw heads, you can customize the Autoloader to fit your needs. Simply preload the six bits you know you'll be using, slip the screwdriver in your pocket or toolkit, and stop worrying about hunting down a different screwdriver for each new task.
UFO LED Tool Light Makes Work Easy
The KR Autoloader 52-Piece Combo Set features a patented bright magnetic UFO LED that mounts to any metal surface to illuminate the general area where you're working. The UFO LED also slips onto the front of your Autoloader screwdriver for pin-point lighting of your work piece.
Convenient Storage Case Keeps Parts Together
The ruggedly designed zippered storage case conveniently keeps all the Combo Set's pieces together, including the Classic and Precision Autoloaders, the UFO LED light, and the extra bits. This means you won't have to worry any more about searching for your screwdriver or bits at the bottom of your tool bag.
Lifetime Satisfaction Guarantee
The KR Tools 12650 Autoloader 52-Piece Combo Set is backed by a lifetime satisfaction guarantee.
What's in the Box
Classic Autoloader screwdriver with 3 flathead bits and 3 Phillips bits; Precision Autoloader screwdriver with 3 precision flathead bits and 3 precision Phillips bits; 36 additional bits for a total of 48 bits, including a wide variety of classic and precision flathead, Phillips, Robertson (square), hex, and Torx bits; magnetic UFO LED tool light; and a zippered storage case.
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 Great holiday gift potential here! December 10, 2009
Dean! (Dallas, TX)
14 out of 15 found this review helpful
This is the type of gift you give to someone who doesn't really have any tools. It's handy to put in your glove compartment, kitchen drawer or for a college student.
This is not a gift for a contractor/carpenter/mechanic by trade.
The concept is great and I recently used this while installing a outlet-mount surge protector (a surge protector that screws into the faceplate of the electrical outlet). I had to squeeze behind my large TV to get to the dark corner of my living room. I had looked at another electrical face plate and saw that it was a simple Phillips screwhead.
Upon installing the surge protector, the included screw was a flathead. I know this was a minor/trivial task, but let's re-enact what happens in real life if I didn't have the 6 in 1 Autoloader.
The re-enactment:
1. Look at faceplate and see that I need a Phillips screwdriver.
2. Grab a Phillips screwdriver and then squeeze in behind the tv to get to the face plate.
3. Can't see too well, climb back out and search for a few minutes for a working flashlight
4. Climb back in and prop flashlight on wall and begin to take screw out of face plate, knock flashlight over and re-prop it and continue taking screw out, bump the flashlight with my knee in the tight corner and re-prop the round end of the flashlight against a wall that it rolls and falls over on
5. Finally, I've taken the screw out and announce manly-success and grunt like Tim Allen
6. Reach for the surge protector and realize the embedded mounting screw is a flathead and I'm holding a Phillips
7. Climb back out, go find a flathead screwdriver
8. Climb back in and realize the flathead screwdriver is too wide for the hole for the surge protector - need a screwdriver that is 1mm smaller in width
9. Climb back out and go find a smaller flathead screwdriver, but grab 3 extras just in case
10. Climb back in and wah-lah, I have a flathead screwdriver that fits, knock over flashlight and re-prop against wall. Firmly mount the outlet-mount surge protector in place, and though there were a few lost battles, the war is won.
11. Climb back out and realize I forgot to get the flashlight. I say heck with it and the batteries it rode in on.
Now here's what really happened with my Autoloader 6-in-1:
1. I have my Phillips and flathead tips all built into my Autoloader, I simply pull and turn the handle to the tip that I need, no running out to the garage.
2. It got a little dark, so I slide the 'Autoloader-tip-flashlight' over the Autoloader and wah-lah, bright LED lighting exactly where I use the tool and NO KNOCKED OVER FLASHLIGHTS.
3. I don't forget anything behind the TV because all the tools came out of a really nice canvas carrying case.
4. Unfortunately I did burn less calories by being more efficient...
Overall this is a great toolset for household chores, but if handywork were my profession, I'd have an arsenal of expensive tools...and a big toolbelt. ;-)
UPDATE: 12-23-2009: I consider myself a handyman and this Autoloader tool really saved the day today and I wanted to chime in: So today I'm on vacation and painting a vaulted wall that's 20 feet and has 6 windows with blinds. I wrestle an 18-foot extension ladder into place and grab my trusty Autoloader. I remove the highest blinds and I see that the mounting clips are Phillips screwheads, no problem, I remove a set. I move to the next window and repeat - but this time, one of the screws is a flathead - no problem, I adjust my Autoloader and wah-lah, one of the mounting clips is removed. I go to the next clip and it's 2 Phillips screwheads, but one looks a lot different. I remove the regular screw and notice the Phillips bit is too narrow for the different screw - no problem, I adjust my Autoloader and I remove the last mounting clip I can reach.
Why is this even meaningful? Because it saved me from climbing up and down an 18 foot ladder probably half a dozen times today fetching different types of screwdrivers. Who knew the mounting clips would be different? I sure wasn't expecting it, but with my trusty Autoloader, no problem - I was prepared!
A bagful of screwdrivers November 29, 2009
Rex Kullmann
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a neat little gizmo. It's a screw driver that holds six bits in its handle. Instead of opening the handle to trade bits as most multi bit screwdrivers require, you pull the handle back to view the bits encased in plastic, rotate the handle to select the bit you want then push the handle back into place. The bit you selected is pushed into position. The bits stay encased. You never have to handle or risk loosing them. The kit comes with two handles; one that takes standard bits and one for precision bits.
Each handle holds 6 bits. There are 24 additional standard bits and 12 additional precision bits, for 48 bits total. There's a good variety of Phillips, straight, Torx, square and hex bits. There's also a small magnetic led light that can also be attached to the screw drivers as a work light. It all fits in a sturdy zippered case. Neat.
I can't see a professional handyman using this. As quick as it is to swap bits, it's even faster to just grab another driver. Also I would say these are meant to be used strictly as screwdrivers and not as some people sometimes use screwdrivers: as chisels and pry bars.
I do have a quibble with the bit exchange mechanism. Once you pull the handle back, it's sometimes difficult to see which bit you're selecting. This is especially true of the precision driver. The bits are encased in heavy clear plastic that distorts your view. Also, there are no instructions. Of course, most screwdrivers don't come with instructions, but it would be nice to know if the batteries in the light are replaceable, for example.
For the layman that needs tools for occasional home repairs, this is just the thing. A whole lot of screw drivers that aren't likely to get lost, that won't take much room and are always handy.
Nifty! February 21, 2010
K. McAllister (Tehachapi, CA USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have to say that when I ordered this, I thought that it looked "cutesy" and wondered about how useful it would be. It's awesome! I ride a motorcycle and I have used it for small repairs--using bits that I would have a hard time finding while rummaging through the toolbox...I have used it for home repairs, too--it's got every bit I can imagine and they are all organized and easy to access.
It is very easy to use, very convenient, and compact so it fits in the ever full junk drawer.
(And yes, it's cute, too.)
Great idea, high quality November 23, 2009
Peter Reeve (Thousand Oaks, CA USA)
I'm impressed. The idea is that the screwdriver is 'loaded' with 6 bits. To change bits, you move to another chamber. You pull, twist until you see the chamber you want, then push. A new bit is thus fitted in a couple of seconds. The obvious advantage is that you don't need to carry bits or be afraid of losing them. There are two screwdrivers, for the larger and smaller bits respectively, so you can be carrying 12 bits in your toolbelt, ready to use. There are 48 bits in all. Over the course of using the screwdrivers, your 12 most often used bits will tend to be loaded. I think it's a brilliant idea.
There is an attachment to add light, if you want. You twist it to switch it on. It is surprisingly bright. They refer to it as a UFO light, presumably because it is round and therefore resembles a flying saucer, if you are a total nerd.
These are not ratchet screwdrivers. You move your grip at each turn. I'm not sure if there are people committed to ratchet screwdrivers, but if there are, they might give these a miss.
The shafts are quite short - about 2 inches, a little less with the light fitted - which might be a problem in some situations.
The whole thing comes in a zip case. Everything about this product seems well designed and high quality. Recommended.
Great idea and execution November 24, 2009
M. Haddad (Atlanta, Georgia)
The set comes with two quality autoloaders and each holds six bits. The grips are large and very comfortable on both autoloaders. Each autoloader also has a spin collar that helps in holding the screwdriver while spinning screws since the autoloader do not have ratcheting mechanisms. The light is very bright and easy to use but is a bit bulky and can get in the way of precision work. The set comes in a quality zippered case and all parts are held in place firmly by the case.
Replacing the bits in the autoloader is very simple, just select the bit you want to remove and replace it with the new one you want making sure the bit size faces in the same direction so it is visible when you are switching bits.
The classic loader uses standard 1/4" hex shank bits so replacements and addition of specialty bits should not be a problem. The precision loader uses 5/32 hex shank bits. The set comes with a wide variety of commonly used bits in two shank sizes to fit the large and precision drivers including:
For the classic autoloader:
Philips: 0, 1, 2, 3 (also 1, 2, 3 loaded in the classic autoloader)
Flat: 1/4, 3/16, 1/8 (second set is also in the classic autoloader)
Square; 1, 2, 3
Hex: 5/64, 3/32, 7/64, 1/8, 9/64, 5/32, 3/16
Torx: 10, 15, 20, 25, 27, 30, 40
For the precision autoloader:
Philips: 000, 00, 0, 1 (also 000, 00, 0 loaded in the precision autoloader)
Flat: 5/32, 1/8, 5/64, 1/16 (also 5/32, 1/8, 3/32 loaded in the precision autoloader)
Square; 0, 1
Torx: 6, 8
The set is a bit pricy but it certainly fills a void in the market for anyone who requires quick changing of screwdrivers in a compact package and I highly recommend it.
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