Equipped with an aggressive left-hand design, you get extra gripping power while the easy-out style spiral flutes are capable of embedding themselves deep into the metal so the grip resistance can increase. When you use them correctly, bolts and screws provide a nice, strong connection, which can be easily undone if needed. When you use a screwdriver improperly, you can strip screws and make it impossible to loosen them again. A screw extractor can be a huge help when it comes to undoing damaged nuts and screws that a screwdriver will not work on. It’s important to get the best screw extractor that features a good grip and torque as well as a versatile, universal design. Capable of working on painted over and rusted bolts and screws, this set also works on screws and bolts that have become embedded. The ORIA Extractor Set pairs well with rounded bolts, sheet metals screws, hex bolts, wood screws, lag bolts, machine screws, and Allen bolts. Now that you know what the Pro Grabit tool is, let’s take a look at why you should – or shouldn’t – get it. Yes, the Alden Pro Grabit bits can be reused. The exact number of times you can use one will depend on the types of screws you are extracting with it, the material you are extracting from, and so on. Are Grabit and Grabit Pro the Same Product?

Featuring a universal design, the OEM Tools Bolt Extractor Set will work with any type of fasteners, and you can use the 3/8-inch square drive with air or hand ratchets as well as impact wrenches. You get maximum durability thanks to the chrome-molded steel construction while the professional-grade aluminum rail makes organization and storage easy. This five-piece set uses a specialized spiral design that offers a secure, universal grip. Then, place some thread-cutting oil on the bolt or screw for lubrication. Choose a drill bit size that is one size smaller than the bolt or screw before gently drilling between ⅛ and ¼-inch down into the shaft of the screw. Make sure you do not use too much pressure or go off-center. The hole that results should be large enough for the extractor tip to fit into.

Alden 1647P Grabit® Micro Broken Bolt Extractor Bit #2

It’s also convenient to use since both of the steps – burnishing the damaged screw head and extracting the screw – can be taken care of with a single bit. Using the tool doesn’t require any grinding or center punching. If you are not familiar with Grabit or a screw extractor system, the Grabit is a two step process. First a user will use one side of the bit to drill a shallow hole into the head of the screw or bolt. Then the user flips the bit over and drills the screw out. The bit actually sits in the first hole and grips the side of the screw to extract it. Yes it is that simple. Just remember you are extracting a screw, so make sure your drill is in reverse when you use the system. The Grabit Pro system is great. Very easy to work with and great results. While there were a couple times we couldn’t get the screw out, which was more due to user error, the screw extractor worked great. Most importantly it will save you a lot of frustration and aggravation, which you can save up for this year when the cubs let us down again. Created with high-carbon steel, the Irwin Hanson Bolt Extractor Set is durable and uses reverse spiral flutes to bit down on bolts to get the best gripping power. This set is great when you are trying to break free painted or rusted over bolts or a bolt that has been rounded off. Some of the most difficult screws to take out are screws that have been painted or rusted over. Once they get seized up, these screws won’t even budge from their posts unless you apply a high amount of force.

ProGrabit #1 (8401P): The smallest of the four. Works with screw sizes number 4 to 7 as well as 3/16-inch (5 mm) bolts. Damaged screw extractors are just one way of dealing with stripped screws, but they’re oftentimes the most efficient solution. And, when it comes to the specific model, the Alden Pro Grabit is one of the best options.

Alden 8440P Grabit® Pro Broken Bolt & Damaged Screw Extractor 4 Piece Kit

In fact, even though it’s pricier than many other similar products, it’s still worth getting due to the fact that it’s made in the USA instead of China, and is made of higher quality steel than the alternatives. With each of the four bits, you get different widths that can handle a wide variety of bolt and screw sizes. This set is made with industrial-strength, high-quality steel that was created for use with a variable reversible drill. However, it is also effective when used with a ¼-inch hex screwdriver and can extract several types of fasteners including many tamper-resistant screws, Torx, Hex, Tri-Wing, slotted, and Phillips screws. I tried to include all of the important things about the Alden Grabit Pro Extractor in the earlier sections. However, if you are looking for some additional information, I answer some of the most frequently asked questions about the product below. Can the Alden Pro Grabit Be Used with Any Drill?

The Alden Pro Grabit stripped screw extractor is easy to use. As mentioned in the review above, removing a screw with the tool is a two-step process. Since there isn’t a universal size, you want to make sure the screw size you are using is compatible with the application. Remember that there is a range of screw sizes that can be used in various applications. Some of these extractors were designed to work with any screw size while others were designed to only work with a specific screw size. So you need to know which type of screw you need to extract before you start.

Alden 8403P Grabit® Pro Broken Bolt and Damaged Screw Extractor Bit #3

Each size is etched onto the tool for easy and fast identification. With 25 hex heads that range from 1/8 to 7/8-inches, this set also includes a handy, heavy-duty carrying case. Pros

In this thorough product review, we’ll cover some of the high-quality screw and bolt extractors available on the market today. It comes in four different sizes each suitable for screws and bolts of different sizes. And, they are sold both individually as well as in three different sets. Quality is one of the most important considerations when choosing a screw extractor. It’s important to look for an extractor that is made of steel. Keep in mind that not all screw extractors are made completely of carbon HSS steel, which is a special type of steel that is generally used in a drill bit allowing it to pierce through a heard object and make its way in. Since you may be dealing with damaged heads, you will want an extractor that has an excellent build quality that will be able to drill a hole into the damaged screw. Rust and Painted Screws This four-piece kit allows you to easily remove damaged and broken bolts and screws in just two steps. The Alden Grabit Pro Screw Extractor Set features a burnishing tip on each of the 4 dual-ended bits to prep the bolt and screws for removal as well as a threaded tip that grips and extracts them when you use it with a 3/8-inch drill. This set allows you to remove many different types of screws up to four-inches long including square drive, hex, and Phillips as well as bolts up to 3/8-inch. Finally, the Alden Pro Grabit comes with a limited lifetime warranty. The company will replace – free of charge – any Pro Grabit that is damaged due to the use of defective material or workmanship. It will not, of course, replace bits damaged due to improper use, and so on.

Alden 4507P Grabit® Micro Broken Bolt Extractor 4 Piece Kit

Unless you work a lot with screws of the same sizes – and even then – I recommend you get the ProGrabit 4-Piece kit to have all bases covered. It will also often be cheaper than if you bought different sized bits individually. You can easily deal with painted and rusted-over screws or bolts that are just broken if you have a screw extractor. Giving you just the right grip on a broken head, these extractors not only remove broken screws but can drill a hole that will allow you to pull them out. Just make sure that the extractor you choose has all these features. Starting with the pros, it’s a tool that is very simple to use and that is made from high-quality double-tempered steel. As such, unlike some of the other similar tools, it’s more durable and will last through multiple extractions. If you plan to use a screw extractor, it’s important to prepare the stud, bolt, or screw first. You will want to place you will need to place a center punch in the center of the shaft or head before gently tapping on the divot so that the extractor will follow. The Grabit – which you might have seen in an infomercial starting with “If you’ve ever stripped a screw or broken off the head of a bolt, you know how frustrating that can be. Well, not anymore!”– years ago is made in China while the Grabit Pro is made in the US.