The Hougen HMD130 Magnetic Based drill is only 170mm high! This drill will fit in the tightest places allowing you to get the job done faster with less work. Features > Ultra low profile – fits in the tightest spots > Lightweight and extremely compact > No tools required to change cutters > High torgue […]
Punching with Punch & Die tooling is a more versatile method than Jobber Drilling for repetitive hole cutting. Punch & Dies allow greater flexibility with regards to size, dimensions and efficiency. Drilling alternatives can be limited by the size and the dimensions of the hole needing to be drilled. Larger diameter holes require pre-drilling and […]
Drilling steel can be a difficult task, time consuming and frustrating. This article shows the four key reasons why Core Drilling is a more efficient method than Twist Drilling. The principle with a core drill is ‘More with Less’. The Core Drill removes only a fraction of the material of a twist drill, for the same size hole. […]
When cutting steel, metalworking coolant (also known as Soluble Oil or Cutting Fluid) is essential to producing a high quality finish. The purpose of coolant is to cool, lubricate, and wash swarf away from the cutting tip, along with being a fundamental part in extending blade and machinery life. Problems can occur when the coolant […]
The Excision M35 Cobalt Core Drill is guaranteed to outperform! High Speed Steel (HSS) Core Drills with 5% Cobalt content Thinner wall for faster cutting and less drive power Optimised tooth geometry for accurate and clean cuts High cobalt content for extended cutter life Application: Hole Cutting, Coring, Drilling Recommended Tools: Most brands of Magnetic […]
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