Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

[KeviM]

Re: Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

The lengths of the screws may be different, but the head is the same size. Years ago I had one of the 5.5mm Ames Supply screwdrivers, which was the most reliable one I've ever had. Left it at a customer and never figured out which one so I've had to make due with a few others since then, going to check the recommendations here since the magnets in my current set are far too weak.

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My boss has a similar story, he was fixing a Nashua (Ricoh) copier at a client had the machine apart and his tools out and then realized he has to put money in parking meter on the ground floor. Goes to put money in the meter and when he comes back his Snap-on screwdriver was gone. Someone there took it. No-one admitted to taking it. Anyway that was a $90 screwdriver gone.

[Phil B.]

Re: Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

The lengths of the screws may be different, but the head is the same size. Years ago I had one of the 5.5mm Ames Supply screwdrivers, which was the most reliable one I've ever had. Left it at a customer and never figured out which one so I've had to make due with a few others since then, going to check the recommendations here since the magnets in my current set are far too weak.

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+1 on Ames

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[anothertech]

Re: Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

THe only thing that I have encountered that uses a different size than 5.5mm is the Plockmatic. A number of different thread sizes and types but all 5.5mm heads.

I have to keep a separate Dr bag tool kit for Plockmatic, everything is different.

[Imprestik]

Re: Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

On all Ricoh devices all you really need and what I carry is the following,

PH2 Phillips head in both 100mm and 200mm blade lengths

5.5mm Hex head (nut drive) in both 100mm and 200mm blade lengths

I use Wiha which is made in Germany. Had them for 17 years and haven't failed once. Awesome piece of kit.

[KeviM]

Re: Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

THe only thing that I have encountered that uses a different size than 5.5mm is the Plockmatic. A number of different thread sizes and types but all 5.5mm heads.

Thanks. This is really helpful. Need to get 1of these as well

[slimslob]

Re: Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

The lengths of the screws may be different, but the head is the same size. Years ago I had one of the 5.5mm Ames Supply screwdrivers, which was the most reliable one I've ever had. Left it at a customer and never figured out which one so I've had to make due with a few others since then, going to check the recommendations here since the magnets in my current set are far too weak.

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Ames Supply/West coast Platen does have a new website but are mainly parts and refurbished machine for a few printer lines. No tools that I can see. West Coast Platen

[slimslob]

Re: Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

That's something else I've been meaning to get. Something I wanted to know, I believe the Ricoh machines take a 5.5mm nut driver, is it the same for the smaller screws like those that go on the MP201 and the larger screws that go on the MP6500 or are 2 different size nut drivers required and if so what sizes?

THe only thing that I have encountered that uses a different size than 5.5mm is the Plockmatic. A number of different thread sizes and types but all 5.5mm heads.

[rthonpm]

Re: Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

That's something else I've been meaning to get. Something I wanted to know, I believe the Ricoh machines take a 5.5mm nut driver, is it the same for the smaller screws like those that go on the MP201 and the larger screws that go on the MP6500 or are 2 different size nut drivers required and if so what sizes?

The lengths of the screws may be different, but the head is the same size. Years ago I had one of the 5.5mm Ames Supply screwdrivers, which was the most reliable one I've ever had. Left it at a customer and never figured out which one so I've had to make due with a few others since then, going to check the recommendations here since the magnets in my current set are far too weak.

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[tsbservice]

Re: Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

How was your wera screwdriver? I hear that it's 1 of the better screwdrivers out there but I'm not sure how good it is for photocopier technical repairs

Mine is Wera Kraftform plus. Lasertip gives very good grip even on small screws. It's not JIS standard though that's why I consider Vessel.

[KeviM]

Re: Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

I've used for years and think the best
Snap on ratchet long and short shafts and 5.5mm magnetic nut driver

Snap on is an excellent brand. Prices are a bit hectic but it's an excellent investment

[KeviM]

Re: Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

One thing about Ricoh, they always have a lot of hex head screws that tend to fall off even a magnetized #2 Phillips. Therefore a magnetized 5.5mm nut driver is a must.
Hex Nut Driver Strong Magnetic Head Hollow Shaft Lengthened Sleeve Screwdriver Red Plastic Handle Bit Holding Screwdriver(5.5mm) - - Amazon.com

That's something else I've been meaning to get. Something I wanted to know, I believe the Ricoh machines take a 5.5mm nut driver, is it the same for the smaller screws like those that go on the MP201 and the larger screws that go on the MP6500 or are 2 different size nut drivers required and if so what sizes?

[KeviM]

Re: Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

That old Royal was a good machine.

I use this Vessel　No.220　Ball-Grip Screwdriver　(JIS) (+2)x200 300mm Long

$14.00 US at Amazon.

Looking for these... Unfortunately vessel only just entered the South African market and they only have short and standard length screwdrivers available. Upto 150mm in length which is a bit short for me

[KeviM]

Re: Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

Vessel is Japanese company and I'm about to purchase their screwdriver(to replace my Wera) from some time. Thanks for heads up.

How was your wera screwdriver? I hear that it's 1 of the better screwdrivers out there but I'm not sure how good it is for photocopier technical repairs

[tsbservice]

Re: Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

That old Royal was a good machine.

I use this Vessel　No.220　Ball-Grip Screwdriver　(JIS) (+2)x200 300mm Long

$14.00 US at Amazon.

Vessel is Japanese company and I'm about to purchase their screwdriver(to replace my Wera) from some time. Thanks for heads up.

[slimslob]

Re: Screwdriver of choice - Ricoh

One thing about Ricoh, they always have a lot of hex head screws that tend to fall off even a magnetized #2 Phillips. Therefore a magnetized 5.5mm nut driver is a must.
Hex Nut Driver Strong Magnetic Head Hollow Shaft Lengthened Sleeve Screwdriver Red Plastic Handle Bit Holding Screwdriver(5.5mm) - - Amazon.com