Snap On Hyper Step Drill Bits

The multi-stepped tip acts like a step drill, allowing for laser like holes through sheet metal and prevents walking on curved surfaces. Three-flatted shanks to reduce slippage common with keyless chucks. Eliminates the need to drill starter pilot holes before making larger hole sizes.

What are step drill bits good for?

Step drill bits are common on construction sites and are used to enlarge holes in thin metals, as well as in other materials like plywood, drywall, and particleboard. Electricians use step drill bits quite frequently, as they are perfect for drilling holes in the thin metal boxes that hold wiring.

How thick steel can you use a step drill bit?

How Do Step Drill Bits Work? Step drill bits are used to drill metal up to 1/4 of an inch thick. Step drill bits are designed to enlarge a hole as the bit drills through the sheet metal.

Does snap on warranty drill bits?

Consumable products are goods reasonably expected to be used up or damaged during use, including but not limited to drill bits, saw blades, grinding discs, sanding discs, knife blades, files, O2 sensors and batteries. This warranty only extends to the original Customer and cannot be transferred or assigned.

What is the hardest drill bit?

Carbide (Carb) is the hardest and most brittle of the drill bit materials. It's used mostly for production drilling where a high-quality tool holder and equipment is used. It should not be used in hand drills or even drill presses.

Can you use a step bit on metal?

A step drill bit can be used to drill a range of different sized holes with a single bit. Since each bit size drill holes less than 1/4″ deep, a step bit is mainly used for drilling thin material such as sheet metal.

Can step bits be used on wood?

Step drills are ideally suited for cutting metals, plastics and wood up to 4 mm, for stainless steel up to 1.5 mm.

How do you sharpen a step bit?

All you need to do is place it flat against the stone. Hold it firm and slide it back and forth.

Why are drill bits tipped with diamonds?

Diamonds are the hardest material and as such, diamond bits are capable of boring holes in virtually any material with an accuracy that is unmatched with any other drilling technique. Their light weight, variety of diameters, low noise, low dust and zero impact make diamond drilling extremely versatile.

Is it better to drill fast or slow through metal?

Drill at a Slow Speed The faster a bit spins, the hotter it gets. And heat dulls bits quickly. In general, it's a good idea to drill through metal using as slow a speed as possible using a drill bit for metal. Hard metals like steel and larger drill bits require even slower speeds.

What is the strongest drill bit for drilling steel?

Cobalt drill bits are the best drill bits for hard metals including stainless steel. If you are using a hand drill then a 5% (M35) drill bit will be most suitable and it will be less brittle than other drill bits. TTP HARD drill bits are 5% cobalt and are a high quality drill bit.

What is the best bit to drill hardened steel?

Clearly, the best drill bits for hardened metal or steel come with a cobalt blend. These cobalt drill bits use an alloy including 5%–8% cobalt. This cobalt makes up part of the steel blend, so the hardness of the bit doesn't wear off with a coating (like titanium bits).

Is Snap On owned by Harbor Freight?

No, Harbor Freight does not own Snap-On. Snap-On is an independent company with no affiliation to Harbor Freight, although they overlap in their product lines. Snap-on is part of Snap-on Incorporated – a public company that uses the symbol SNA.

Are Snap-on tools Made in China?

Only certain Snap-On tools are still made in the USA. Most hand tools are still made in their facilities in Milwaukee and other U.S. manufacturing locations, but products like their cordless power drill kit are made in China, among other countries.

Can I pawn Snap-on tools?

If you need cash, but do not want to sell your tools, you can secure a pawn loan with your Snap-On Tools as well.

What drill bits stay sharp the longest?

Titanium (Coating) This type of drill bit lasts longer than black oxide. Titanium drill bits tend to drill faster than black oxide and chips move through the flutes better. One of the downsides is that the titanium nitride is just a coating and you lose the benefits as the coating wears off the cutting edges.

Whats better cobalt or carbide?

As we have seen, both drill bits are made from high-grade materials and perform well. But in terms of strength, solid carbide drill bits are superior, with a hardness of 75 HRC and cobalt's hardness of 65 HRC on a Rockwell scale.

Are titanium drill bits better than black oxide?

I'm sure that you won't be surprised when I say that titanium bits have a significantly longer tool life than black oxide ones. Compared to a bright finish bit, a titanium bit lasts up to 6 times longer. In other words, if you want to get the most value for your money, titanium drill bits are the way to go.

Will a step bit go through steel?

The most common form for step drills is the split point (shape C). Step drills with shape C center perfectly in thin sheet metal and are suitable for drilling in solid and high-alloy steel. The point cut is also ground using the CBN grinding process.

Can I use wd40 for drilling metal?

Adding a lubricant such as WD-40® Multi-Use Product can reduce friction and allow for easier drilling and cutting into metallic parts.