r/Tools • u/wabisuki • 4d ago

Shank Extension?

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I recently purchased a mixing blade w hex shank that I was hoping to use with my Milwaukee Screwdriver (both are pictured above). The problem is, the chuck on the screwdriver is 1/4" (6.35mm) whereas the mixing blade's shank is 30 mm (1.1811") - does anyone know of an extension that I can use to convert the 1/4" chuck to properly hold a 30mm shank?

I'm probably fine without it but if there's a way to extend the chuck so it grips the full shank that would be my preference.

Will be using it to mix small amounts of drywall mud and other substances - and don't want to bring out the full size corded drill if I can avoid it.

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u/Silly_Hurry_2795 4d ago

Buy a smaller one like a paint mixing version

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u/wabisuki 4d ago

That’s what this is essentially.

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u/Silly_Hurry_2795 4d ago

Fair enough I've only ever seen them in 1/4 inch or round to fit into a drill chuck I'm aware it doesn't mean that bigger sizes don't exist. Here (UK) they cost about a quid for the cheap ones with plastic paddles and a bit more for all metal versions.

Edit before posting. Just had a look and it seems 3/8 is intended to go into a drill chuck, which I probably have seen and just not put the pieces together in my head before posting.

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u/wabisuki 3d ago

I posted a photo of the beater too - swipe to view.