Makita B-59259 SDS-PLUS to 1/4" Hex Adapter (3-1/8")

What people love (and don’t love)

What people love

Fits SDS-PLUS drills perfectly and holds 1/4” hex bits securely without slipping.
Durable and rugged build quality, typical of Makita products.
Easy to use and convenient for quick bit changes.
Works well with various drill brands, not just Makita.
Highly recommended for masonry and general rotary hammer use.
Good value for the price, with many users buying multiples.

What people don’t love

Slight bit of wobble, not ideal for precise trim or cabinetry work.
Not designed to handle the hammer function of SDS drills—rotation only advised.
Delivery issues reported by a few customers (not product-related).

Strong, reliable adapter ideal for SDS-PLUS drills with 1/4” bits, best suited for heavy-duty rather than delicate tasks.

Summary based on customer review evidence.

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Quick facts

Brand: ‎Makita
Price: USD 10.66
Rating: 4.60 (402 reviews)

If you already have an SDS-Plus rotary hammer in hand, the Makita B-59259 Adapter makes it easier to tackle light drilling or fastening tasks without changing tools. It’s designed to accept 1/4″ hex bits while fitting an SDS-Plus chuck, so you can move from drilling to driving with the bits you already own.

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Makita recommends using this adapter in “rotation only” mode on rotary hammers. A specially designed shorter shank is intended to help prevent damage from accidental use in “hammering with rotation” mode.

Convenient design allows use of 1/4″ hex bits on SDS-plus rotary Hammers
Eliminates the need to utilize a separate drill or impact driver for drilling or fastening applications
For use in “rotation only” mode on rotary Hammers
Specially designed shorter shank helps prevent damage from accidental use in “Hammering with rotation” mode on rotary Hammers
3-1/8″ Total length

With a compact 3-1/8″ total length, it’s a simple add-on for your kit when you want the flexibility of 1/4″ hex accessories on an SDS-Plus platform.