THE FIELD NOTES
Guides, compatibility notes, gear reviews and how-tos for the DIY garage. For M18, M12 and DeWalt 20V tool owners.
Angle Grinder Disc Size Compatibility: What Fits Your Grinder (and What Doesn't)
Not all angle grinder discs fit all grinders. OD, bore, and spindle thread must match. M18 and DeWalt 20V MAX chart + the RPM...
SDS Plus vs SDS Max: Which Rotary Hammer Bit System You Need (and What Fits Your Cordless Tool)
SDS Plus is 10mm shank for ≤1-1/4" holes; SDS Max is 18mm for big holes and demo. Here's which one fits your Milwaukee M18...
Oscillating Multi-Tool Blade Compatibility: What Fits Your Milwaukee or DeWalt
OIS, Starlock, or brand-specific — know which system your Milwaukee or DeWalt uses before buying blades. Plain breakdown with a per-platform verdict.
Jigsaw T-Shank Blade Compatibility: What Fits Your Milwaukee or DeWalt
T-shank blades fit all modern Milwaukee and DeWalt jigsaws and are cross-brand interchangeable. Here's what actually matters when buying.
Hole Saw Arbor Compatibility: Which Arbors and Cups Actually Fit Each Other
Most hole saw cups share the 5/8"-18 thread, so arbors cross brands. Here's when quick-change systems break that rule and which shank fits your...
Milwaukee M18 to DeWalt Battery Adapter: Does It Actually Work?
Third-party M18-to-DeWalt adapters exist — but they only work for some tasks. See what fails, what's safe, and a better way to use your...
Hex Shank vs Round Shank Drill Bits: Which Fits an Impact Driver?
Round-shank drill bits don't fit an impact driver's 1/4" hex collet. Here's when an adapter works, when it doesn't, and which bits survive.