can the bits be used on metal and wood
1109174
I have been using mine to drill through wood and some sheet metal (always above 20 gauge) and so far they are still going strong. I think the thickest I drilled through was 22 gauge galvanized steel but still had no difficulties. I've drilled out a few rivets and bolts as well. I suppose they will dull eventually but in my use, they have worked well especially for the money.
1109175
According to the manufacturer works best on wood, wears out fast on metal too fast.
1109176
yes most or bits for metal can be used on wood but not vice versa. Some wood bits are for wood only for example forstner bits
1109177
Yes they can be used on both metal and wood, but depends on what kind of metal. The description says that they provide longer life when used with "non-ferrous" (non-magnetic) metals (such as aluminum). The bits would wear out fairly quickly if used on other types of metals.
1109178
I dont recomend it. this are good bits but they get stuck when you use it in woods
1757653
These are made for wood and they are excellent for that, but I have used them to make holes on metal studs as well (thin metal) it takes some pressure though. I would, however, recommend you get metal specific drill bits which are more proper for drilling in metal since that is what you seem to be looking for.
26843
These drill bits should have no problem drilling into metal, however, the smaller sized bits are more likely to break if to much pressure is applied. That said, these bits are of the highest quality and are less likely to break than others on the market. You get what you pay for.
140428
Absolutely....Just make sure a drill bit designed to drill metal is being used.
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.
1909613
Yes it could, but it may not be very good for you. The vice is not aligned on center (mine wasn't anyway) which will make accurate holes difficult to drill. The bits themselves seem decent, but I haven't had a chance to try to push them through anything tougher than thin wood. A quality pin vice, such as those from Starrett may be more up your alley for doing fine jewelry work.
188700
Can't speak to the speed tip ones as I have never used them. I have used these to drill through:Metal (up to 1/4" steel, but mostly 12 GA aluminum)Wood (plywood, particle board, and 2xwhatever pine)Plastic (PVC and ABS)DrywallThe bits cut a nice clean hole and did not wander.Hope this helps.
711126
Brad points are for wood and I would not try them on steel. See previous answer too.Regular twist bits work on steel especially with a drill press. If you are worried about accuracy, center punch your hole location.
2191721
Yes, normal metal is no problem for these bits. If you're going to be drilling into hardened steel, you will need bits made from high speed tool steel.
1440801
You have to spin it around back and forth by hand. I suppose that a miniature chuck for a dremel tool or equivalent would works also. The bits are very tiny. Used it once so far and works fine. Not for metal I think.
1673499
No this saw is design for metal only, you would want to purchase a mitter saw for wood
1258195
I believe the steel in the description refers to the bit not what it is used on....
738613
I used them for thin metal already, without any cutting fluid. I am no expert on cutting fluid, but I would think they would work with it. These are awesome bits, makes me wonder how I ever worked without these!
2216179
I have used cheap bits that either fall apart or bend. These hold up very well either in wood or standard steel. So far no problems .
1117835
I've used them on hard stainless steel with good results. These bits are tough, but I bought a couple sets just to have spares.
257628
I can't be positive but I don't see why not. Dremel sells collets that should help the bits work. Just check out the shaft sizes.
1989128
No. The bits are steel and can be magnetized easily or you can purchase the magnetized bits separately (see one of the other answers). I have a few hand powered screwdrivers with magnets in the bit holder that work pretty well as long as you use steel bits of course but this driver doesn't have that. Most of the hardware I use this on is stainless steel anyway so a magnet wouldn't help me. If you have a magnet handy, a couple of strokes on a steel bit will magnetize it enough to hold hardware for you.