Wera 05073540001 816 R SB Bit Holder Screwdriver Quick Release Chuck
Wera 816 R SB
Key Features:
- Product Type: Bit-Holding Screwdriver / Bit Holder Handle
- Drive Size: 1/4 in hex
- Handle Length: 119 mm / 4.69 in
- Chuck Type: Rapidaptor Quick-Release
- Magnetic: Yes – strong permanent magnet
- Handle Type: Kraftform Plus, multi-component
- Compatible Bits: 1/4" external hex bits conforming to DIN ISO 1173-C 6.3 and E 6.3
Construction
- Multi-component Kraftform Plus ergonomic handle
- Hard grip zones designed for fast turning
- Soft grip zones designed for effective torque transfer
- Rapidaptor metal quick-release bit holder
- Strong permanent magnet for secure bit retention
- Hexagonal anti-roll section helps prevent the tool from rolling off a work surface.
Features
- Rapid-in: Bit can be inserted without moving the locking sleeve
- Self-lock: Automatically secures the inserted bit
- Rapid-out: Push-forward sleeve releases and lifts the bit for easier removal
- Chuck-all: Accepts both C 6.3 and E 6.3 1/4" hex bits
- Rapid-spin: Free-turning sleeve helps steady the tool during initial screw engagement
- Single-hand operation: Bit insertion and removal can be performed with one hand
- Strong magnetic retention
- Ergonomic Kraftform grip
- Anti-roll design.
Dimensions
Official Wera specifications:
- Drive: 1/4 in
- Handle Length: 119 mm / 4.69 in
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Retail Package Dimensions: 245 × 105 × 40 mm
- Approximately 9.65 × 4.13 × 1.57 in
- Official packaged weight: Current Wera datasheets conflict between 81 g (2.86 oz) and 98 g (3.46 oz).
The 245 × 105 × 40 mm measurement is for the packaged SB (self-service/blister) product, not the bare screwdriver.
Performance
- Designed for quick manual installation and removal of fasteners using interchangeable 1/4" bits
- Rapidaptor chuck minimizes downtime when changing bits
- Permanent magnet and mechanical locking system hold bits securely
- Free-spinning sleeve allows controlled, rapid screw starting
- Soft Kraftform zones provide grip for higher manual torque transfer
- Hard zones reduce friction during fast turning.
Wera does not specify a calibrated maximum torque rating for this tool. It is also not a torque screwdriver.
Applications
Suitable for general manual fastening work using compatible 1/4" hex bits, including:
- Mechanical assembly
- Maintenance and repair
- Furniture assembly
- Appliance work
- Workshop use
- Automotive interior/general fastening
- General household and professional applications
The actual screw-drive types supported—Phillips, TORX, hex, slotted, etc.—depend on the 1/4" bit installed.
Included
- 1 × Wera 816 R Bit-Holding Screwdriver with Rapidaptor Quick-Release Chuck
Bits are not included with MPN 05073540001. The product is supplied as a single bit-holding screwdriver in retail packaging.