I'm a machining student...i need drill bits & reamers....can it drill & tap CRS or aluminum as thick as 1"in?
838202
I would say no, this is meant for quick and easy taps for thin metal enclosures, if your going to machine as a profession then you probably want a heavy duty tap and die set that is built tough. As an electrician I can go cheap on my hammer because I dont use it much, but when it comes to my wire hand tools I want high quality heavy duty tools not gimmicks.
838203
if i was going to try i would get a separate set of just drill bits, anything steel alloy seems to get good ratings, and i would drill a hole before running these through something that thick, one inch would be about the max, since the bits are only a few inches long and the threading teeth start about a half inch in. Just keep in mind any expensive small drill bits will still break if you don't take your time working with metal.
838204
In my opinion it wouldn't! These are mostly for back planes in machine panels, I use for body metal and sheet metal to 1/4" or so. I think 1" would be a problem!
838205
I would not .I broke the 1/4 20 in sheet aluminum that was not that thick at all .
633839
Hi Mike, I have this chuck in a 10" Skil drill press and a bridgeport mill. I have never checked the precision, but I can tell you that I am pleased with the chuck in both applications. I would buy again.
40123
Yes, I have cut through multiple aluminum sheets that are pretty thick. But you may want to get better bits than what comes with the kit.
2243297
The hex shank (base) for each drill bit is 1/4". It's to large for a dremel. I would not recommend using. Plus the dremel is for high speed. You need special bits for high speed. I use my drill bits in my Battery Black and Decker pistol grip screw driver. Good Luck!
1503141
My experience with this tool is that the bits are very very very fine for fine detailed work and you cant get bigger bits or burs is what they are called...I would get an dremel tool for your engraving
1944103
It worked extremely well with 3/16 1.2 inch aluminum. My guess is if the manual says 1/4 works it will. The tool doesnt seem to be lacking in the power department at all. Its very powerful and solid. Not a single hick up
1863686
You bet, but how well depends on the bit. Even though they are more brittle (& pricy) than high-speed steel bits, I've experienced the best results using carbide on steel & aluminum; carbide's smoother/less porous surface tends to be more resistant to loading-up with chips.
1046574
I suggest you read the description better and listen to the other answers. These are very small and precise bits not meant for drilling.
1875963
Hello Bradley,Yes. This drill doesn't require a specific type of bit. Hope that helps!
558754
We just use ours for aluminum. O625" thick max. It does OK. on that, but no thicker. The smaller the hole the easier it works. If you are doing mass quantities, I would look to another method.
1145587
I actually haven't tried them for such an application but it is my impression that they will break. I would use much higher quality high speed steel drill bits for non-ferrous metals like copper and aluminum.
1211024
I have looked for and did not find a 1/4 inch chuck that will fit this tool. I do not think it would be advisable to use 1/4 inch bits on this tool as it lacks the power needed to turn them under load.
1911566
I used a 6-in hole saw on Delrin, and I had no trouble. I would expect that you would be able to drill aluminum with no difficulty.
2142600
Some of the larger bits in this set may be used carefully in a handheld power drill, but certainly the tinier ones will snap off instantly. A drill press (or milling machine) is the best bet for getting the most out of the entire set. Also, screws are hardened steel and are very hard to drill through. I fear the combination of handheld drill along with the hardness of the target will lead to poor results. Look to "screw extractors" for a better system.
1145586
I have not tried them on anything, but they appear to be good tools and well made. I would not hesitate to try them, especially on Aluminum. Copper, if it is very thick > 1/8" may need greater care, as copper and brass tend to grab. Often specially ground drills are used to cut more slowly, but I would not be afraid to try them, especially in a drill press where greater control than a hand held drill is possible.
1675711
I doubt it. The bit surfaces are too large. There are probably specialized products for those small applications or you might be better off using a thin reverse drill bit.
2083086
Not sure what you are asking. I would not use this driver for larger bits, though. Anything over a 1/4" or so might hurt your wrist if you aren't careful. It's main use is a driver, not a drill.