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Product Specifications
Part Number 051779126507
ColorBlue
Item Dimensions
Weight2.7 Pounds
Length15 inches
Width11 inches
Height1 inches
Product Features
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Product Description
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.
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 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.
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The Autoloader's anti-roll handle fits comfortably in your hand. |
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.
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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.
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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. |
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.
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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.
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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.
From the Manufacturer
The autoloader by KR tools eliminates the need for multiple screwdrivers by having six interchangeable steel bits built right into the handle. The classic model comes with both Phillips and flathead bits that load automatically using an exclusive pump action design. The bit tips are magnetic, making it easier to keep track of loose screws. This product also includes a 6-in-1 precision autoloader, with the same features as the classic model but with smaller bits. This kit also contains a UFO tool light which will attach to the screwdriver allowing you to work in dark areas. 48 different sized bits are provided to handle any job around the house, or at the job site. Comes in a convenient carrying case.
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147 of 152 people found the following review helpful
Color Name:Blue|Amazon Vine™ Review
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Amazon vine ate my original video review so take 2 is presented here. It actually worked out for the better since in take 2 you get to see the tool fail in 2 ways:
#1 - fail to feed a bit - you select a bit, close the action, and nothing pops out at all
#2 - jam - you select a bit, try to close the action, and the bit bites the plastic magazine preventing you from closing the action, so you recycle the action to unjam it.
It's not a revolver - it behaves more like an automatic. The feedsystem relies on gravitational and magnetic forces to pull the bit into the tube alligned properly so as not to jam. Your grip may affect its reliability in feeding, but its not a big issue - it just happened to have these 2 failures in this footage, despite being used extensively with no failures.
I really do like this tool for its innovative design, however in the attempt to cut costs, it was (like everything) made in China. This isn't always bad - see my review on vine's lowenpro video camera case - made in china also but it would give G***i a run for their money!. In this case though the bits are made from pot metal (melted down cars from the usa) then plated to look tough. The plating flakes off and conducts electricity which is a serious problem around PC boards that are bare like a motherboard in a desktop PC. Those flakes get in between small parts and the board smokes and dies. Smoking is very bad for electronic devices! I chose to use a higher quality set of bits with my screwdriver that are not plated but have a phosphated finish on tool steel from Taiwan.
My only other complaint is shared with other non-metalic tools including high quality nutdrivers - they pass the torque through a weak point - the plastic handle in this case. This handle, unlike a nutdriver, is mostly hollow for holding the bits, so it lacks the strength of a nutdriver handle.
My cautionary words are simply this - YOU HAVE ONE PAIR OF EYES! ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES!. The bits can break, the plastic can break, and depending on the torque applied a fragment could fly into your eye destroying your stereo vision. Never use extension wrenches or breaker bars to force it - put the bit into a steel 1/4" wrench if you need more torque.
Enjoy the video - you can see the tool malfunction (I honestly didn't expect it but kept on going with the script and ad-libed my way through the problem) and you can see alternative bit sets including a 100 pc set I bought for $16 made from tool steel in taiwan - best part is that all 100 pieces are for tamper proof fasteners so you can get into almost anything with them. For going cheap on the 48 piece bits I'm deducting one star. I've run manufacturing plants in Suzhou, China and I know these bits likely cost 1cent each to make, plus 0.01 cent each to handload into the case, or 48.5 cents which for an extra buck could have been done with toolsteel and no plating.
Lights, action camera.
#1 - fail to feed a bit - you select a bit, close the action, and nothing pops out at all
#2 - jam - you select a bit, try to close the action, and the bit bites the plastic magazine preventing you from closing the action, so you recycle the action to unjam it.
It's not a revolver - it behaves more like an automatic. The feedsystem relies on gravitational and magnetic forces to pull the bit into the tube alligned properly so as not to jam. Your grip may affect its reliability in feeding, but its not a big issue - it just happened to have these 2 failures in this footage, despite being used extensively with no failures.
I really do like this tool for its innovative design, however in the attempt to cut costs, it was (like everything) made in China. This isn't always bad - see my review on vine's lowenpro video camera case - made in china also but it would give G***i a run for their money!. In this case though the bits are made from pot metal (melted down cars from the usa) then plated to look tough. The plating flakes off and conducts electricity which is a serious problem around PC boards that are bare like a motherboard in a desktop PC. Those flakes get in between small parts and the board smokes and dies. Smoking is very bad for electronic devices! I chose to use a higher quality set of bits with my screwdriver that are not plated but have a phosphated finish on tool steel from Taiwan.
My only other complaint is shared with other non-metalic tools including high quality nutdrivers - they pass the torque through a weak point - the plastic handle in this case. This handle, unlike a nutdriver, is mostly hollow for holding the bits, so it lacks the strength of a nutdriver handle.
My cautionary words are simply this - YOU HAVE ONE PAIR OF EYES! ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES!. The bits can break, the plastic can break, and depending on the torque applied a fragment could fly into your eye destroying your stereo vision. Never use extension wrenches or breaker bars to force it - put the bit into a steel 1/4" wrench if you need more torque.
Enjoy the video - you can see the tool malfunction (I honestly didn't expect it but kept on going with the script and ad-libed my way through the problem) and you can see alternative bit sets including a 100 pc set I bought for $16 made from tool steel in taiwan - best part is that all 100 pieces are for tamper proof fasteners so you can get into almost anything with them. For going cheap on the 48 piece bits I'm deducting one star. I've run manufacturing plants in Suzhou, China and I know these bits likely cost 1cent each to make, plus 0.01 cent each to handload into the case, or 48.5 cents which for an extra buck could have been done with toolsteel and no plating.
Lights, action camera.
19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Color Name:Blue|Amazon Vine™ Review
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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 <cue in manly-ego deflation noise>
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 <slight anger festers, almost about to say heck with this>
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!
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 <cue in manly-ego deflation noise>
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 <slight anger festers, almost about to say heck with this>
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!
24 of 29 people found the following review helpful
Color Name:Pink|Amazon Vine™ Review
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The main feature of this product, the 6-bit autoloading, is most useful for a situation where you don't have room to store 6 individual screwdrivers. In that context, the small autoloader is a nice upgrade from my 2-bit Stanley that I used to keep in the kitchen drawer (and I keep the large autoloader upstairs in the desk drawer). I haven't yet had to go to the garage for any simple screwdriver tasks since receiving my KR Tools Autoloaders -- wall plates, sunglasses, and computers are all handled by the autoloaders' preloaded assortment of bits.
In addition, having Phillips bits down to 000 is handy since many glasses require bits that size, yet you probably don't have screwdrivers that small unless you have a set of jeweler's screwdrivers.
There are 48 bits total, though only 36 are unique (the 12 bits that are preloaded into the two screwdrivers are repeated in the set of bits that are housed in the case). The machining of the bits doesn't appear to be very precise, and the chrome plating on one or two was flaking off even though brand new. I did torque test one of the larger flat heads and found that I couldn't bend it with moderate manual twisting in a vice, so they are somewhat harder than they might appear. One other minor quibble with respect to the bits is that they are held in place through magnetization, which is a dual edged sword. Magnetization helps to pick up a dropped screw, but you probably don't want to use this on your watch.
If I ever do come across a job that requires one of the esoteric Torx, square or hex bits, I'll have to make a trip to the garage. At which point, I will have lost the convenience factor that is this tool's main value proposition. And the price tag for this pair of screwdrivers, cool though they may be, is pretty high. If reducing the assortment of bits and the LED light could have shaved 30% to 50% of the price tag, it would have been well worth it.
Bottom line is that while I like this product, I think it costs too much. I am therefore deducting one star from my overall rating.
P.S. Be sure to hold the autoloader vertically with the bit at the top when swapping bits. You pretty much have to do this to see which bit you're selecting, but I've noticed that the autoloader sometimes jams if you hold it horizontally or bit downwards.
In addition, having Phillips bits down to 000 is handy since many glasses require bits that size, yet you probably don't have screwdrivers that small unless you have a set of jeweler's screwdrivers.
There are 48 bits total, though only 36 are unique (the 12 bits that are preloaded into the two screwdrivers are repeated in the set of bits that are housed in the case). The machining of the bits doesn't appear to be very precise, and the chrome plating on one or two was flaking off even though brand new. I did torque test one of the larger flat heads and found that I couldn't bend it with moderate manual twisting in a vice, so they are somewhat harder than they might appear. One other minor quibble with respect to the bits is that they are held in place through magnetization, which is a dual edged sword. Magnetization helps to pick up a dropped screw, but you probably don't want to use this on your watch.
If I ever do come across a job that requires one of the esoteric Torx, square or hex bits, I'll have to make a trip to the garage. At which point, I will have lost the convenience factor that is this tool's main value proposition. And the price tag for this pair of screwdrivers, cool though they may be, is pretty high. If reducing the assortment of bits and the LED light could have shaved 30% to 50% of the price tag, it would have been well worth it.
Bottom line is that while I like this product, I think it costs too much. I am therefore deducting one star from my overall rating.
P.S. Be sure to hold the autoloader vertically with the bit at the top when swapping bits. You pretty much have to do this to see which bit you're selecting, but I've noticed that the autoloader sometimes jams if you hold it horizontally or bit downwards.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Good Idea, Poor Execution
KR Tools Autoloader Auto Loading Screwdriver and 52-piece set is a very neat idea. Unfortunately, they didn't take it the extra mile required to make a really sturdy, multi-use... Read more
Published 8 months ago by *~ Sunshine ~*
Not durable...
I've used this maybe 10 x since I purchased it. The large screwdriver (the one we most often would use....broke for no reason. Read more
Published 13 months ago by L. ARMISTEAD
Certainly not Cheap, rickety, etc...
First off: I use tools a lot. I build various things: cabinets, cnc machines, etc... mainly guitars. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Jeremy
Easy to hold
I cannot hold things like I used to. I have arthritis in both my hands with a replaced thumb joint and carpel tunnel. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Darya J. Ramirez
Great Tool
Does it jam? Yes.
Is it perfect? No.
Is it hard to see which tool you are picking? Yes
Is it made cheaply in China? Yes, isn't everyting? Read more
Is it perfect? No.
Is it hard to see which tool you are picking? Yes
Is it made cheaply in China? Yes, isn't everyting? Read more
Published 17 months ago by E. Snow
Very nifty and great for small jobs around the house
I first saw this on a competitors website, and it only included your choice of one bit driver... Then I looked it up here and they had a pretty good deal so I went ahead and bit... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Donuthead36
Great product
This is a great product. Feels very high quality and have had no problems with it thus far. Have only owned it for about a week or so, but it seems pretty durable. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Someguy
very effecient
Love this tool set. Has everything you need to perform a job without having a whole bunch of individual drivers. Read more
Published 19 months ago by J
Amazon daily bargain was not such a bargain
Amazon offered this as one of their daily bargains, and as I needed a set of torx tips, I sprang for it. And found it disappointing. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Lawrence Charters
Nice idea but cheap build & poor quality.
Nice idea but cheap build & poor quality. i won't recommend purchasing this unless it's less than $15.
Published 22 months ago by P. Nguyen
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