Product Description
460mm Long Wood Auger Drill Bits – Hex Shank Tempered Steel
Long wood auger drill bits manufactured from heat treated and tempered steel, with a hexagon shank for secure tool engagement. Designed for drilling deep holes in hardwood and softwood, they are suitable for timber work, joinery and workshop projects requiring extended reach.
Each listed size has a 460mm overall length and a published drilling length of 360mm. Choose from nine diameters between 6mm and 25mm to suit the required hole size.
Specifications
| Product type | Wood auger drill bit |
|---|---|
| Material | Heat treated and tempered steel |
| Shank style | Hexagon shank |
| Overall length | 460mm |
| Listed drilling length | 360mm |
| Listed shank length | 100mm |
| Suitable materials | Hardwood and softwood |
| Tool compatibility | Suitable power drills and hand tools with a compatible chuck or holder |
Listed Sizes
| Drill Diameter | Overall Length | Drilling Length | Shank Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6mm | 460mm | 360mm | 100mm |
| 10mm | 460mm | 360mm | 100mm |
| 12mm | 460mm | 360mm | 100mm |
| 13mm | 460mm | 360mm | 100mm |
| 16mm | 460mm | 360mm | 100mm |
| 19mm | 460mm | 360mm | 100mm |
| 20mm | 460mm | 360mm | 100mm |
| 22mm | 460mm | 360mm | 100mm |
| 25mm | 460mm | 360mm | 100mm |
Dimensions are published listing values and are intended as a guide. Overall length includes the shank and must not be treated as the available drilling depth.
Key Features
- 460mm overall length for extended reach.
- Heat treated and tempered steel construction.
- Hexagon shank for secure engagement in compatible tools.
- Auger flute helps carry wood chips out of the hole.
- Suitable for drilling hardwood and softwood.
Typical Applications
Suitable for drilling timber beams, posts and other wooden components for bolts, threaded rods, cable routes and general joinery work.
Use
Check that the drill chuck or tool holder accepts the selected bit's shank. Secure the workpiece and use rotary drilling mode with hammer action switched off. Choose a speed suitable for the bit diameter, timber and drilling equipment.
Clear chips regularly during deep drilling and avoid forcing the bit. Check the drilling path for concealed metal, cables and pipes before starting.
Ordering
Select the required drill diameter from the available options. The size identifies the hole diameter; all sizes in this listing have a stated overall length of 460mm.
Standards
No specific DIN, ISO or BS product standard has been verified for this listing.
