Milwaukee Tool is soon launching next-generation Shockwave impact-rated screwdriver bits, which they say provides “the ultimate fit for a superior driving experience.”
Impact-rated screwdriver bits have come a long way, and have become the standard for use with both cordless drills and impact drivers.
I’ve lost track of how many iterations of improvements Milwaukee has made to their Shockwave line of screwdriver bits and accessories.
With the latest improvements, Milwaukee says the new bits will feature a brand new, customized tip geometry that leads to less stripping of screws on the jobsite.
This, plus what they said about “ultimate fit” implies that the goal was improved fastener engagement.
The new bits will also feature a long lasting Wear Guard Tip, providing increased wear resistance, protecting the fit over the life of the bit.
Also, the optimized Shockzone shanks are customized per tip type to absorb peak torque and prevent breaking.
Product images in the press package suggests that Milwaukee is updating both 1″ insert-style screwdriver bits and 2″ and longer power drive-style screwdriver bits.
Milwaukee also announced new Shockwave 4″ and 6″ impact-rated screw-holding bit holders, designed to securely hold screws for easy one-handed fastening.
The bit holders have a ring magnet on the front of a sliding sleeve. Both have a Shockzone shank for absorbing peak torque to prevent breaking.
All of the new products are expected to launch in Q2, 2025. Milwaukee has not issued any statements about pricing.
Generally, the way a generational change like this happens, products are updated and replaced over time. I assume that model numbers won’t be changing.
I’d say that we’ll probably see sets featuring the new Shockwave impact bits hit stores in time for Father’s Day sales.
