Used auger type bits with threaded center before, they leave a terrible finish as they dig in too fast. How do these compare? Fine for woodworking?
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It's good going in. The problem is when they come out the other side they do tend to "blow up" the wood. Especially when they start to get worn down. I would not recommend it for finish wood. Any other wood is great. These are still the best spade bit with the threaded center that I have used. I usually drill through one side until the threaded center comes out the other. Then I drill from the opposite side where the threaded center came out of. Works great.
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Definitely do not use on any finishing wood material... They're strictly rough construction only ... Too fast to quick a little to fast too quick sometimes...
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I wouldn't use any paddle bit for fine wood working. These bits work great for construction projects and where production is desired.
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These are definitely not for finish work. Those are for construction use. They are incredibly efficient, in fact for construction use the best I ever had, but for visible areas I would look for something else.
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they dig fast, but i just go slower and make sure i keep the drill straight.
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Yeah these too. Good for just blowing holes but if your looking for a clean hole I'd shop for a more traditional style spade bit or forstner bits
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I wouldn't use these on finished wood, but if I were, I would move very slowly through the wood maintaining the rpms.
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I highly recommend the kreg jig screws. They're self tapping and hold extremely well while not splitting the wood. Regular screws would not work as well do to the fact that the kreg jig only drills an initial hole and nothing into the second board. They are also well priced through amazon.
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As far as wood is concerned absolutely. I have not needed to drill any metal with these particular drills, however I would have to say that as long as you used them properly ( using lubricant and not trying to go too fast ) I would thing these would work well on most metals.
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Sorry, I used these only in my mortising jig affixed to my drill press. Don't know about an actual Mortising Machine. Not sure why it shouldn't though. Have you tried contacting Central Machinery?
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I'd say easier and faster than single flething jigs. After about 2-3 arrows- they started looking perfect. I screwed up RH vs LH on the jig/fletching at first. Using Duco cement with wood arrows- works great and get my arrows out 3 times as fast.
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I just used 5/8" brad nail by accident and they worked fine. I didn't even realize it till after. I only used about 8 though. I would still like to see what Wen says.
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No, or at least I did not. You will be able to use them in any drill or drill press. My only problem is that it was difficult to tighten the chuck enough to prevent them from spinning when the going got difficult. A hex end more like regular bits would prevent that. But, the bottom line is I have always gotten the job done with them.
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Oh Sheila, I am so sorry, it's been years since we purchased the drill bits and they are gone.I'm afraid I do not remember. I would suggest asking a good reliable hardware store person, we used ours in a Dremel.
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When I use a 2" hole saw, it seems to lack power, I have used a 9/16th's forstner drill bit and it worked well. I have worked with red oak.
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I have owned my drill for about a year and I get alot of use out of it. So far, I have not had any problems with bits coming out of the chuck. I have used both standard and the hex shaft bits for drilling holes and driving various size wood/deck screws. I have not done any metal work, except small sheet metal projects. Most of the things I do are privacy fences and playscapes, not any real heavy construction projects. Again, I have been very satisfied with the performance of my drill. By the way, I have noticed the batteries recharge quicker and seem to last a little longer than two other drills that I own.I hope this helps. GJM I have owned my drill for about a year and I get alot of use out of it. So far, I have not had any problems with bits coming out of the chuck. I have used both standard and the hex shaft bits for drilling holes and driving various size wood/deck screws. I have not done any metal work, except small sheet metal projects. Most of the things I do are privacy fences and playscapes, not any real heavy construction projects. Again, I have been very satisfied with the performance of my drill. By the way, I have noticed the batteries recharge quicker and seem to last a little longer than two other... » Read More I have owned my drill for about a year and I get alot of use out of it. So far, I have not had any problems with bits coming out of the chuck. I have used both standard and the hex shaft bits for drilling holes and driving various size wood/deck screws. I have not done any metal work, except small sheet metal projects. Most of the things I do are privacy fences and playscapes, not any real heavy construction projects. Again, I have been very satisfied with the performance of my drill. By the way, I have noticed the batteries recharge quicker and seem to last a little longer than two other drills that I own.I hope this helps. GJM « Show Less
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Judging from my experience with these items, I would suggest you try it at slower speeds and work up till you have acheived a speed that works best on the material you are working with. Be careful not to let the bit get to hot. Running at a very high speed seems to ruin the cutting edge of the bit. I think the speed will vary according to the hardness of the material you are working with. Do not be afraid to use a little water with the bit either. It is very important not to overheat the bit. I hope this answer is of some help to you.
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I found using these on mild steel they would break when applying any pressure at all!! I would think they would be better for the softer metals!! Remember to clear your chips when drilling copper!! Also use some lube!! I learned this 50 years ago drilling copper!!! Poor quality!!
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I don't have the bits at home, but I'm almost certain it's OD. I bored through an 8" thick block wall that was grouted, all I had to do was remove the core as it built up and I could drill deeper than the bit. I think the bit is 6" deep. Also, make sure you keep plenty of water running over the bit as you bore. I rigged a small siphon hose to keep the hole wet. Hope this helps.
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I have used the bits for a limited amount of plastic drilling. They go through it like butter. However, certain injection molded plastics forced me to spend a fair amount of effort cleaning the bits afterwards, as the heat and friction causes some plastics to stick inside of the bit grooves. Nothing that isn't easily overcome though.
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I also have the Bosch TI18 18-Piece bit set and seem to go to it more often than the Dewalt bits. I also always back up the exit hole with some scrap wood or tape, which helps to reduce the tear-out.
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I'm used a drill bit that came in a Dewalt drill bit set...nothing unusual. Perhaps you have different screws.Sorry can't help you more.
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I looked closely to see a manufacturer location but could not find one. I can say, without hesitation, that these are very well made drill bits. I have gone through many different bit sets over my many years and these are exceptional! I have followed some of the tips I read from other buyers at Amazon like "not pushing the bits too hard (i.e. rushing the job). Slow and steady gives GREAT results and the bits don't seem to wear. I would not hesitate recommending these to anyone looking for quality drill bits for drilling metal(s). They work very well for wood(s) but use masonery bits for brick, stone, concrete, etc. Good luck! I looked closely to see a manufacturer location but could not find one. I can say, without hesitation, that these are very well made drill bits. I have gone through many different bit sets over my many years and these are exceptional! I have followed some of the tips I read from other buyers at Amazon like "not pushing the bits too hard (i.e. rushing the job). Slow and steady gives GREAT results and the bits don't seem to wear. I would not hesitate recommending these to anyone looking for quality drill bits for drilling metal(s). They work very well for wood(s) but use masonery bits... » Read More I looked closely to see a manufacturer location but could not find one. I can say, without hesitation, that these are very well made drill bits. I have gone through many different bit sets over my many years and these are exceptional! I have followed some of the tips I read from other buyers at Amazon like "not pushing the bits too hard (i.e. rushing the job). Slow and steady gives GREAT results and the bits don't seem to wear. I would not hesitate recommending these to anyone looking for quality drill bits for drilling metal(s). They work very well for wood(s) but use masonery bits for brick, stone, concrete, etc. Good luck! « Show Less