What clutch setting on Bosch 12V for pocket hole driving

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08-24-2018 07:15 PM

My multiple questions show my ignorance. I have a Bosch 12 volt drill which I have always used at max clutch setting. DUH!! Now I understand that I should dial it down to avoid overdriving pocket screws so I will play with the settings and see what seems to work best. Any suggestion on a clutch setting?

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Steve home \| projects \| blog 2214 posts in 1464 days #1 posted 08-24-2018 07:47 PM	get a couple test pieces and try all the settings till you find the one that works.
WhyMe home \| projects \| blog 1318 posts in 2443 days #2 posted 08-24-2018 07:57 PM	That’s a moving target with different wood types and pocket screw lengths.
Asaump home \| projects \| blog 4 posts in 1576 days #3 posted 08-24-2018 07:57 PM	I don’t have a Bosch but use a Craftsman. I always use a low clutch setting when driving pocket screws. Just enough to pull the joint together with bit of snugness. Don’t always use the same setting. But I almost always use glue in my joint too.
Firewood home \| projects \| blog 1321 posts in 2516 days #4 posted 08-24-2018 08:00 PM	Remember, different woods may (will) need different clutch settings. Just start low and step it up till you find the sweet spot. -- Mike - Waukesha, WI
runswithscissors home \| projects \| blog 3118 posts in 2907 days #5 posted 08-26-2018 04:16 AM	I prefer an impact driver for this. As the screw nears its full depth, quick short bursts on the trigger give you the nuance necessary to avoid breaking the screws while seating them solidly. -- I admit to being an adrenaline junky; fortunately, I'm very easily frightened

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