Abstract: A bit adaptor has a guide sleeve having a first end and a second end. The first end has an axially extending polygonal receiving member for receiving a screwdriver bit. The second end has an axially extending blind bore for receiving a drill bit. The blind bore has a bottom portion for torsionally engaging a tip of the drill bit. The bottom portion has a support structure for supporting a cutting plate of a tip of the drill bit, wherein the support structure provides at least a linear support for the cutting plate.