Keep the Screw with the Tool During the Start
With a Phillips screw, it is tempting to balance the head on an ordinary driver and move slowly toward the hole. That becomes awkward when you are reaching upward or around surrounding hardware. The NoDrop P6 is designed to retain a compatible screw while you position it and start the threads.
The P6 is the 6-inch Phillips model. Its listing also says it can hold small slotted screws, though the S-series is the dedicated choice for slotted and combination heads.
NoDrop publishes a #4-to-1/4-inch screw-size range. Confirm the actual head fits the tips; a screw-size label alone cannot tell you whether a particular recess will engage securely.
P6 Steps for a Controlled Start
- Select a Phillips-head screw and seat the P6’s metal tips in its head. Test the fit before you approach the work.
- Push the handle forward to engage the holding mechanism, following NoDrop’s product instructions. Verify that the screw stays with the tool over a safe surface.
- Bring the screw into line with the hole. Start the threads gently, keeping the screw square to the surface. Do not use force to overcome a crooked start.
- When the screw supports itself, press the release rod to reset the P6. Tighten to the equipment manufacturer’s requirement using the proper finishing tool.
To retrieve a nearly removed screw, loosen it with a suitable driver first, then use the P6’s holding action to control the last turns if the screw head fits. The holding mechanism is intended to manage the fastener, not to substitute for a driver selected for heavy torque.
Which Phillips Model Should You Carry?
The P6 Phillips screw holding screwdriver suits work where a 6-inch model can reach and still clear the surrounding parts. In close quarters where that length is awkward, the P3 short Phillips holder offers a compact option.
If your daily fasteners include both Phillips and slotted/combination heads, the 6-inch Combo Set pairs the P6 with the S6 slotted holder.
Safety and Limits
The P6 listing does not specify voltage-rated insulation. Do not treat it as an insulated tool for exposed energized parts; follow site procedures and use tools rated for the hazard where required.
NoDrop says the P6 is for starting or removing screws, not final tightening or torque.
Quick Answer: Will the P6 Hold Every Phillips Screw?
No published product page supports an “every screw” promise. The listed size range is #4 to 1/4 inch, and an individual head still has to accept the tips securely.
