Frequently Asked Questions
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- FAQ's: Annular Cutters
- FAQ's: Carbide Tipped Drill Bits
- FAQ's: Diamond Drills
- FAQ's: Electrician's Drill Bits
- FAQ's: Extra Long Drill Bits
- FAQ's: Holesaw Drills
- FAQ's: Masonry Drill Bits
- FAQ's: Metal Working Drills
- FAQ's: Percussion Core Drills
- FAQ's: Reamers
- FAQ's: Reduced Shank Drills
- FAQ's: Silver & Deming Drills
- FAQ's: Stanley Hydraulic HD-45 & Skil 736 Drill Bits
- FAQ's: Taper Shank Drill Bits
- FAQ's: Wood Drill Bits
What kind of drill bit for concrete and stone?
Carbide-tipped masonry bits or diamond-tipped bits for very hard stone.
What kind of drill bits do electricians use?
Ship auger bits or flex bits for drilling through studs and joists.
What machines use taper shank drill bits?
Commonly used in drill presses, milling machines, and lathes equipped with Morse taper spindles or arbors.
What materials are extra long drill bits made from?
Typically high-speed steel (HSS) for general use, cobalt for hard metals, and carbide-tipped for masonry or abrasive materials.
What materials are taper shank drill bits made from?
Usually high-speed steel (HSS) for general-purpose drilling, with cobalt or carbide options for harder materials.
What materials can carbide tipped masonry bits drill?
Concrete, brick, block, stone, mortar, and some tile. They’re especially effective on dense, abrasive materials.
What materials can HSS Silver & Deming drills cut?
High Speed Steel versions work well in wood, plastics, and softer metals like aluminum, mild steel, and brass.
What materials can percussion core drills cut?
They’re ideal for concrete, brick, block, and stone. With the right bit, they can handle reinforced concrete as well.
What materials can reamers cut?
Steel, stainless steel, cast iron, aluminum, brass, and other metals — with the right material and coating for the job.