Apex Tools Group Llc 30826 Chuck Key 1/4 Inch

Product Description

The APEX TOOLS GROUP LLC 30826 is a Jacobs-style chuck key designed for use with 1/4 inch drill chucks. The key features a 5/32 inch pilot shank that indexes into the chuck body to drive the gear teeth and tighten or loosen the chuck jaws. It is a single-piece hand tool sold individually and weighs 0.07 pounds. Drill press operators, machinists, electricians, and general tradespeople use this type of key during bit changes and chuck service. The compact size suits benchtop and floor-standing drill presses as well as portable drill applications that use keyed chucks of this size.

This chuck key is intended for use with 1/4 inch keyed drill chucks following the Jacobs chuck standard. It is appropriate for light-duty to medium-duty drill presses and portable drilling equipment found in residential, commercial, and light industrial settings. Trades that commonly use keyed chucks of this size include electricians drilling pilot holes, HVAC technicians drilling sheet metal, and general maintenance personnel. The key ships as a single unit and is sold per each.

Key Features

• Fits 1/4 inch keyed drill chucks using the Jacobs chuck standard
• 5/32 inch pilot shank for positive engagement with the chuck body
• Compact, lightweight design at 0.07 pounds
• Sold individually as a single replacement or spare key

Compatibility

Designed as a replacement chuck key for 1/4 inch keyed drill chucks with a 5/32 inch pilot shank following the Jacobs chuck standard. Verify chuck specifications before ordering to confirm pilot shank diameter and chuck size match.

Installation Notes

Always disconnect or de-energize the drill press or drilling tool before changing bits or servicing the chuck. Insert the pilot shank fully into the chuck body indexing hole before applying torque to avoid stripping the gear teeth. Hand-tighten only to the resistance point needed to secure the bit; do not use extensions or additional leverage on the key. Store the key away from the machine when not in active use to prevent accidental engagement during operation.