Accessory Bundles and Kits
Accessory bundles and kits keep the right consumables and fittings together, so you are not losing time hunting odd bits halfway through the job.
When you are bouncing between first fix, snagging and clean-up, a proper bundle makes sense. These accessory bundles and kits are built for trades who want the common bits in one place, whether that means cutting, drilling, sanding or mixed site work. Good kits save repeat orders, keep the van stocked and stop small missing parts holding up the day. If you already know the jobs you do most, buy the kit that matches them and get sorted.
What Are Accessory Bundles and Kits Used For?
- Stocking the van for repeat work means you have the usual blades, bits, pads or fixings together, so you are not burning time on supply runs halfway through a full shift.
- Switching between drilling, cutting and sanding on refurb jobs is easier with a bundled kit, especially when different trades are sharing site gear and need the right accessory close to hand.
- Covering first fix and second fix work is simpler when kits group the sizes and types you actually reach for, rather than leaving you short on the one item every job seems to use.
- Keeping workshop or maintenance teams moving is easier when consumables come organised in cases or packs, which helps stop loose accessories getting lost in the van or stores.
- Buying for site start-up or new lads is more practical with a bundle, because it gives them a working spread of accessories from day one instead of building a kit piece by piece.
Choosing the Right Accessory Bundles and Kits
Sort the kit by the jobs you actually do most. Do not buy a mixed bundle full of pieces you will never open.
1. Match the Kit to the Task
If you mainly drill timber, block and metal, go for a bundle centred on bit coverage. If your work is more trimming, flooring or sheet material, you are better off with cutting accessories instead of a broad mixed pack.
2. Check What You Already Burn Through
If you are forever replacing the same sizes or types, buy the bundle that doubles down on those. There is no point paying for ten odd extras if the one blade or bit you actually use only appears once.
3. Look at Compatibility First
Before anything else, make sure the accessories fit your tools and holders properly. Wrong shanks, mounts or diameters are the quickest way to waste money and hold a job up.
4. Think About Storage and Site Use
If the kit is living in the van or getting passed around site, a proper case is worth having. Loose accessories disappear fast, and once the set gets mixed in with other gear, it stops being a bundle and becomes a mess.
Who Uses These Kits?
- Sparkies use accessory bundles and kits for regular drilling, cutting and chasing work, because having the common sizes together saves rummaging when they are moving room to room.
- Chippies keep these kits in the van for first fix and finishing jobs, especially when they need a reliable mix of cutting and sanding accessories without buying singles every week.
- Kitchen fitters and bathroom installers swear by bundled accessories for snagging and adjustment work, where one missing blade or pad can stall a tidy finish.
- Maintenance teams and landlords' contractors use them to cover a broad mix of small jobs, from drilling out fixings to trimming, sanding and making good on occupied properties.
- General builders and site foremen buy them when setting up new starters or shared kit, because it is an easy way to keep common consumables together and ready for use.
Accessories That Make Accessory Bundles and Kits More Useful
The right add-ons stop you getting caught out when the main kit runs low or does not quite cover the next job.
1. Drill Bits
If your bundle gets hammered on site, extra Drill Bits are worth having ready. It saves that familiar problem where the kit covers most sizes, but the one bit you snap or blunt is the one you need again before lunch.
2. Saw Blades
A pack of spare Saw Blades keeps cutting work moving when the supplied blade is wrong for the material or already past its best. That is a lot better than forcing tired blades through finish work and ending up with rough cuts.
3. Sanding Pads and Sheets
Extra Sanding Pads & Sheets are a sensible backup when prep work grows arms and legs. The bundle gets you started, but sanding jobs nearly always use more consumables than you first reckon.
Choose the Right Accessory Bundles and Kits for the Job
Use the table below to narrow it down by the sort of work you do most.
| Your Job | Category or Type | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| General van stock for mixed call-outs | Mixed accessory bundle | Broad spread of common consumables, practical case storage, coverage across several tool types |
| Repeat drilling through timber, metal and masonry | Drilling accessory kit | Useful size range, correct shanks, repeat-use sizes included more than once |
| Trim work, sheet cutting and site adjustments | Cutting accessory kit | Material-specific blades, clean-cut options, fittings that match the tools you already own |
| Prep and finishing on snagging jobs | Sanding and prep kit | Mixed grits, backing compatibility, enough consumables for more than one room or area |
| New starter or shared site kit | General trade starter bundle | Core accessories in one case, easy stock control, sensible mix for common day-to-day tasks |
Common Buying and Usage Mistakes
- Buying the biggest bundle instead of the right one usually means paying for half a case of accessories you will never touch. Match it to your regular work and replace the items you genuinely burn through.
- Not checking compatibility before ordering is the classic mistake. Wrong fittings, shanks or sizes mean the kit lands on site and does not fit the tool you actually use.
- Assuming every mixed kit is trade-ready can catch you out. Look at what is actually included, because some packs are fine for light use but thin on the sizes and types that matter on busy jobs.
- Letting the bundle get raided and never topping it back up turns a handy kit into a box of leftovers. Keep an eye on the fast-moving pieces and replace them before the next run of work.
- Using the wrong accessory for the material just because it came in the kit leads to poor results and short accessory life. Pick the proper bit, blade or pad for the job in front of you.
Mixed Kits vs Task Specific Kits vs Refill Packs
Mixed Kits
Mixed kits are the sensible choice if you cover varied work and need a bit of everything in the van. They are handy for maintenance, snagging and general building, but they can be light on the exact sizes you use every day.
Task Specific Kits
Task specific kits suit trades doing the same sort of work week in, week out. If most of your day is drilling, cutting or sanding, these are usually the better buy because more of the kit gets used properly.
Refill Packs
Refill packs make sense once you already own the case or starter kit and just need to top up the items that wear out fastest. They are cheaper in the long run, but no good if your current kit never had the right spread to begin with.
Maintenance and Care
Keep the Case Organised
Put accessories back where they belong after the job. Once bits and blades start getting mixed up, you waste time checking sizes and are more likely to think you have stock when you do not.
Clean Off Dust and Resin
Wipe down used accessories before they go back in the box, especially cutting and sanding gear. Built-up dust, adhesive or resin shortens life and makes the kit filthy to work through next time.
Store Dry
Do not leave bundles rolling about in a damp van floor tray. Moisture gets into metal accessories, cases and fittings, which leads to rust, sticking parts and early replacement.
Replace Worn Pieces Early
Do not run blunt bits or tired blades into the ground just to get your money's worth. They slow the job down, make the tool work harder and usually leave a poorer finish.
Check Stock Before the Next Job
Have a quick look through the kit before you head out, especially after a busy week. It is the easiest way to catch missing sizes and top up the bundle before site, not after you are already there.
Why Shop for Accessory Bundles and Kits at ITS?
Whether you need a mixed starter set, a trade refill pack or a job-specific bundle from our More Accessories range, we stock the lot. ITS carries a serious spread of Power Tool Accessories for site work, van stock and workshop use, all in our own warehouse and ready for next day delivery.
Accessory Bundles and Kits FAQs
What are accessory bundles and kits used for?
They are used to keep the common accessories for regular work together in one buy. That usually means less messing about on site, fewer missing pieces in the van and a better spread of bits, blades or sanding consumables for the jobs you hit most often.
How do I choose the right accessory bundles and kits?
Start with the work, not the pack size. If you mostly drill, buy a drilling-focused kit. If you do mixed maintenance or fitting work, go broader. Then check the fittings, sizes and whether the case and contents will actually suit how your kit gets used day to day.
Are accessory bundles and kits suitable for trade use?
Yes, plenty are, but it depends on the contents. A proper trade-ready bundle will cover the sizes and accessory types you actually use on repeat jobs. The main thing is checking that the kit is not padded out with odd pieces that never leave the case.
What should I check before buying accessory bundles and kits?
Check compatibility first, then look at the actual mix inside the kit. Make sure the fittings suit your tools, the sizes match your usual work and the bundle contains enough of the accessories you go through quickest. A decent case is worth checking too if it is living in the van.
Can I buy accessory bundles and kits online from ITS?
Yes. You can buy accessory bundles and kits online from ITS and get the right consumables lined up before the next shift. It is a practical way to replace worn stock quickly without wasting time hunting round for separate pieces.
