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    About Drill Bits
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    Compare material, finish, length class, and decimal size equivalents.

    Carbide-Insert Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Shown with Carbide Inserts (Sold Separately). Front orientation. Contains Inset. Drill Bits. Carbide-Insert Drill Bits.

    Shown with Carbide Inserts

    (Sold Separately)

    When you need to drill dozens or even hundreds of holes, use a bit with replaceable carbide inserts. Once the cutting edges wear down, just change the inserts instead of sharpening or throwing the bit away. The holes in the bit channel coolant through the tool for more efficient chip evacuation. Also known as indexable drill bits.
    Each drill bit requires two inserts—one on the inner cutting edge and one on the outer cutting edge. Replacement inserts are sold separately.
    Drill Bits
    Replacement
    Insert Screws
    Shank
    For Insert
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit Point
    Type
    Inner Inscribed
    Circle Dia.
    Outer Inscribed
    Circle Dia.
    Each
    Each
    2 1/2"
    		2.5"
    		12 1/4"7 1/2"Round
    		1 1/2"Carbide Insert
    		0.705"0.732"0000000000000000000000000000
     
    Drill Bit Inserts
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bit Inserts. Inner Inserts.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bit Inserts. Outer Inserts.

    Inner Inserts

    Outer Inserts

    Image of Attribute. Inner Inserts. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Drill Bit Inserts. Inner Inserts.
    Image of Attribute. Outer Inserts. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Drill Bit Inserts. Outer Inserts.

    Inner Inserts

    Outer Inserts

    Each
    Package
    For Drill
    Bit Size
    IC
    Dia.
    Thk.
    Hole
    Dia.
    Tip
    Radius
    For Use On
    Features
    Each
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Inner Inserts
     
    Titanium Aluminum Nitride (TiAlN)-Coated Carbide
    2 1/4", 2 1/2"0.705"7/32"3/16"1/32"Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Fiberglass, Iron, Nickel, Plastic, Stainless Steel, Steel, Titanium, Tool Steel, Hardened SteelChip Breakers000000000000010000000000000000
     
    Outer Inserts
     
    Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Carbide
    2 1/4", 2 1/2"0.732"7/32"3/16"3/64"Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Iron, Nickel, Plastic, Stainless Steel, Steel, Titanium, Tool Steel, Hardened SteelChip Breakers0000000000001000000000000000
     

    Changeable-Size Carbide-Tipped Core Drill Bits for Masonry and Concrete

    Instead of investing in multiple bits, change the bit body to drill a different-sized hole. These hollow bits remove a large core of material from concrete, brick, and masonry for installing pipe and conduit. The carbide tip resists wear and heat to stay sharp. Bits include a pilot drill to make starting holes easier.
    SDS-Max Shank for Hammer and Rotary Drilling
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Changeable-Size Carbide-Tipped Core Drill Bits for Masonry and Concrete, SDS-Max Shank for Hammer and Rotary Drilling.
    Image of Specification. SDS-Max Shank. Front orientation. SDS Max Shank.

    SDS-Max

    Shank

    The slotted shank is compatible with SDS-Max-drive rotary hammers. These bits use simultaneous rotary and hammering action to penetrate material. Also known as percussion or impact bits.
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Specs. Met
    Includes
    Each
    Uncoated
     
    Standard Point
    2 1/2"
    		2.5"
    		17"12"ANSI B212.15Pilot Drill000000000000000
     
    Accessories and Replacements for Drill Bits
    Changeable Bit Bodies
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Component
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Uncoated Carbide-Tipped Steel
    2 1/2"
    		2.5"
    		5"Bit BodyANSI B212.1500000000000000
     
    Extensions, Replacement Shanks and Replacement Pilot Drills
    Each
    6" Overall Length Extension0000000000000
    12" Overall Length Extension000000000000
    18" Overall Length Extension0000000000000
    SDS-Max Shank0000000000000
    Pilot Drill for Changeable-Size Masonry Core Drill Bit000000000000
    Spline Shank for Hammer and Rotary Drilling
    Image of Product. Side1 orientation. Drill Bits. Changeable-Size Carbide-Tipped Core Drill Bits for Masonry and Concrete, Spline Shank for Hammer and Rotary Drilling.
    Image of Specification. Spline Shank. Front orientation. Spline Shank.

    Spline

    Shank

    The shank has 12 splines for use with a spline-drive rotary hammer, which rotate and hammers bits simultaneously to penetrate material. Also known as percussion or impact bits.
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Specs. Met
    Includes
    Each
    Uncoated
     
    Standard Point
    2 1/2"
    		2.5"
    		17"12"ANSI B212.15Pilot Drill000000000000000
     
    Accessories and Replacements for Drill Bits
    Changeable Bit Bodies
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Component
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Uncoated Carbide-Tipped Steel
    2 1/2"
    		2.5"
    		5"Bit BodyANSI B212.1500000000000000
     
    Extensions, Replacement Shanks and Replacement Pilot Drills
    Each
    6" Overall Length Extension0000000000000
    12" Overall Length Extension000000000000
    18" Overall Length Extension0000000000000
    Spline Shank0000000000000
    Pilot Drill for Changeable-Size Masonry Core Drill Bit000000000000

    Fast-Cutting Smooth-Finish Drill Bits for Wood

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Fast-Cutting Smooth-Finish Drill Bits for Wood, Round Shank, Standard Point.

    Round Shank

    Standard Point

    Not only do these bits bore holes faster than standard smooth-finish bits, they create less friction and heat buildup to last longer. The spurred teeth have a long life, but they're less effective at guiding the bit so cuts on angled and overlapping holes tend to be rougher. Also known as multispur bits.
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Shank
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Each
    Uncoated
     
    Round Shank
    2 1/2"
    		2.5"
    		6"4"1/2"Standard
    		0000000000000
     

    Inserts for Carbide-Insert Drill Bits

    Image of ProductInUse. Individual Carbide Insert Case. Front orientation. Drill Bit Inserts. Inserts for Carbide-Insert Drill Bits.

    Individual Carbide

    Insert Case

    Pair an inner and outer insert with a compatible drill bit body (sold separately) to drill a large number of holes with high precision. When the cutting edges dull, replace the carbide inserts instead of the entire bit.
    Inserts sold individually come packed in a clear plastic case to protect cutting edges during shipment. Inserts sold in packs come factory sealed from the manufacturer for maximum traceability.
    Inner
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bit Inserts. Inserts for Carbide-Insert Drill Bits, Inner.
    Image of Attribute. Inner Inserts. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Inserts for Carbide-Insert Drill Bits, Inner.

    Inner Inserts

    Each
    Package
    For Drill
    Bit Size
    For Mfr.
    For Mfr.
    Series
    IC
    Dia.
    Thk.
    Hole
    Dia.
    Tip
    Radius
    For Use On
    Features
    Each
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Titanium Aluminum Nitride (TiAlN)-Coated Carbide
    2 1/4", 2 1/2"Sandvik CoromantCoroDrill 8800.705"7/32"3/16"1/32"Steel, Hardened Steel, Tool Steel, Iron, Stainless Steel, Nickel, Titanium, Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Fiberglass, PlasticChip Breakers000000000000010000000000000000
     
    Outer
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bit Inserts. Inserts for Carbide-Insert Drill Bits, Outer.
    Image of Attribute. Outer Inserts. Front orientation. Contains Annotated, MultipleImages. Inserts for Carbide-Insert Drill Bits, Outer.

    Outer Inserts

    Each
    Package
    For Drill
    Bit Size
    For Mfr.
    For Mfr.
    Series
    IC
    Dia.
    Thk.
    Hole
    Dia.
    Tip
    Radius
    For Use On
    Features
    Each
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN)-Coated Carbide
    2 1/4", 2 1/2"Sandvik CoromantCoroDrill 8800.732"7/32"3/16"3/64"Steel, Hardened Steel, Tool Steel, Iron, Stainless Steel, Nickel, Titanium, Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, PlasticChip Breakers000000000000010000000000000000
     

    Rebar-Cutting Core Drill Bits for Concrete

    Core out large holes in concrete, even if it's reinforced with rebar mesh. No need to switch bits, these have a diamond-coated edge that keeps on cutting and resists wear to stay sharp.
    Threaded-Hub Shank for Rotary Only Drilling
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Rebar-Cutting Core Drill Bits for Concrete, Threaded-Hub Shank for Rotary Only Drilling.
    Bits are designed for wet drilling on a drilling rig. To avoid damage to bits and tools, do not use for dry drilling or with portable drills or grinders.
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Shank
    Size
    Thread
    Size
    Bit
    ID
    Each
    Diamond Coated
     
    Standard Point
    2 1/2"
    		2.5"
    		15 1/2"13"2 1/2"1 1/4"-7
    		2 1/4"00000000000000
     

    Carbide-Tipped Core Drill Bits for Masonry and Concrete

    Remove a core of material with these hollow bits to make larger holes than fluted masonry bits. They're often used for installing pipe and conduit through brick and concrete. The carbide tip resists wear and heat to stay sharp.
    Hex Shank for Rotary Only Drilling
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Carbide-Tipped Core Drill Bits for Masonry and Concrete, Hex Shank for Rotary Only Drilling.
    The hex shape reduces the chance of the shank slipping in the chuck. Pair these bits with hand-held power drills and hammer drills set to rotary-only mode. Because they use rotary action only, they require more pressure to grind up material than other bits.
    Pilot Drills—Cut a groove before drilling to make starting the hole easier.
    Drill Bits
    Pilot Drills
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Shank
    Size
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Each
    Uncoated
    2 1/2"
    		2.5"
    		12"10"1/2"ANSI B212.15000000000000000000000000000
     
    Extensions
    Each
    18" Extension for 3/4" Hex Shank Size0000000000000
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