How to Set Up an OxyLights Driver Tool Belt for Framing

Quick Answer

Set up the OxyLights Driver Tool Belt Setup by first fitting the belt and suspenders, then loading the right-side gun/finisher bag with your impact or screw gun and quick clamps, and finally organizing the left-side double outer pouch with fasteners and small tools. Keep the load balanced and under the belt's intended capacity so the reduced-weight design actually pays off.

Fit the Belt Before You Load It

A driver tool belt setup only works if the belt sits correctly before any tools go on. Put on the OxyLights setup with the bags empty. The belt should sit on your hips, not your waist, and the padding should rest against the iliac crest. Tighten the belt so it stays put when you squat, but not so tight that it digs in when you bend. If you plan to wear suspenders, attach them now and adjust them to take some of the weight off your hips. A common mistake is loading the bags first and then trying to adjust the belt—by then the weight has already pulled the belt into the wrong position.

Load the Right-Side Gun/Finisher Bag

The right-side bag (8068) is designed for an impact driver or screw gun, with a holster and compartments for quick clamps. Slide your gun into the holster with the bit pointing down and the handle facing your body. If you carry a second gun, use the outer compartment for it, but keep the primary gun in the holster for one-handed access. Quick clamps go in the dedicated compartments—not loose in the main pouch, where they can snag on the gun. Checkpoint: with the gun in place, the bag should not sag below the belt line. If it does, tighten the belt or move the bag slightly forward.

Organize the Left-Side Double Outer Pouch

The left-side bag (B8064) has two outer pouches for fasteners or small tools. Use the front pouch for the fasteners you reach for most—screws, nails, or clips—and the rear pouch for less frequent items like a speed square or pencil. Keep the main compartment for a small pry bar or utility knife. The double outer layout is meant to separate sizes or types so you are not digging through a mixed pile. A common mistake is overfilling the pouches until they bulge; that adds weight and makes it harder to grab what you need.

Balance the Load and Adjust for the Task

Once both sides are loaded, stand up and check the balance. The OxyLights design reduces weight, but an uneven load will still pull to one side. If the right side feels heavier, move a quick clamp or a spare battery to the left bag. For finish carpentry, you may only need the gun and a few fasteners; for framing, add clamps and a small pry bar. The setup is built for metal framing, finish carpentry, and remodeling, so adjust the contents based on the day's work rather than carrying everything all the time. Checkpoint: after adjusting, do a squat and a reach overhead. Nothing should shift or dig in.

Use a Tape Clip to Keep Your Tape Handy

If you carry a tape measure, the Belt Worn Tape Clip (1303740) is a simple addition that keeps it secure and within reach. It is made of heavy leather with a tunnel loop that fits belts up to 3 inches wide, and the custom-shaped metal clip holds slim-profile tape hangers. Attach it to the front of your belt on either side, wherever your hand naturally falls. A common mistake is clipping the tape to a bag instead of the belt—that puts it in the way when you reach for tools. Test the clip with your tape before a full day's work to make sure it holds without slipping.

Step-by-Step Setup

1. Fit the empty belt and suspenders: Put on the OxyLights belt with bags empty. Position it on your hips, tighten until secure, and attach suspenders if used. Adjust suspenders to take weight off your hips. Checkpoint: the belt should not slide when you squat.
2. Load the right-side gun bag: Slide your impact driver or screw gun into the holster on the 8068 bag, bit down. Place quick clamps in their compartments. Keep the primary gun accessible with one hand. Common mistake: letting the gun hang loose in the main pouch instead of the holster.
3. Organize the left-side double pouch: Use the two outer pouches on the B8064 bag for fasteners and small tools. Separate by type or size. Keep the main compartment for a pry bar or knife. Checkpoint: pouches should not bulge; you should be able to grab items without looking.
4. Balance and adjust for the task: Stand and check side-to-side balance. Move items between bags if needed. For finish work, carry less; for framing, add clamps and a small pry bar. Common mistake: carrying every tool all the time, which defeats the lightweight design.
5. Add a tape clip if you carry a tape: Attach the Belt Worn Tape Clip to your belt (fits up to 3 inches wide) and test it with your tape measure. Position it where your hand naturally falls. Checkpoint: the tape should stay put when you bend and move.

Product Facts

• OxyLights™ Driver Tool Belt Setup: The OxyLights Driver Tool Belt Setup is designed for metal framing, finish carpentry, and remodeling work, balancing durability with reduced weight. It includes a right-side gun/finisher bag (8068) with a holster for impact or screw guns and compartments for quick clamps, plus a left-side bag (B8064) with a double outer pouch layout for fasteners or small tools. Built with abrasion-resistant industrial nylon. The reduced-weight build and task-specific bag layout mean you can carry the tools you need for framing or finish work without the bulk of a heavier leather setup, but you still need to load it thoughtfully to keep the weight balanced.
• Belt Worn Tape Clip: The Belt Worn Tape Clip is constructed of heavy leather with a tunnel loop that can be used with a belt up to 3 inches wide. It has a custom shaped metal clip to securely hold your tape measure and is reinforced to hold other tools with narrow or slim profile hangers. This clip adds a dedicated, secure spot for your tape measure on the belt itself, so you are not digging in a pouch or risking a dropped tape.