DeWalt 1-1/8 in. Heavy-Duty Metal Self-Feed Wood-Drilling Bit

1-1/8 in. Heavy-Duty Metal Self-Feed Wood-Drilling Bit

Features

  • Aggressive spur for fast material penetration
  • Optimized cutting geometry for longer bit life (triple-hardened cutting surfaces on select sizes)
  • Open-tooth design for easier resharpening
  • 7/16 in. quick-change (ball groove) shank for fast bit changes
  • Replaceable self-feeding screw tip

Specifications

Bit Diameter 1-1/8 in
Bit Length 6 in
Bit Material Steel
Drill Bit Type Specialty / Self‑Feed
Shank Diameter 7/16 in
Shank Style Hex / 7/16 in. quick-change (ball groove)
Material Application Wood
Number Of Pieces 1
Product Pack Quantity 1
Returnable 90-Day

Self-feed wood-drilling bit designed to bore holes of about 1" or larger for pipes, cables and ductwork. Select sizes use a triple-cutter geometry to reduce binding and improve chip ejection. The replaceable self-feeding screw tip pulls the bit through wood. Standard 7/16 in. quick-change (ball-groove) shank works with quick-change tools and standard drill chucks.

Model Number: DW1631

Project Ideas

Business

Birdhouse Kit Microbrand

Produce flat-pack birdhouse kits with pre-drilled 1-1/8 in entry holes and pilot markings. Offer species-specific instructions and branding. Sell via craft fairs/Etsy; upsell weatherproof finishes and mounting hardware.


Desk Cable Grommet Retrofits

On-site service to add tidy cable pass-throughs in desks and conference tables. Drill 1-1/8 in holes and install matching grommets. Market to home offices and coworking spaces; bundle with cable trays and cord management.


Low-Voltage & AV Rough-In

Specialize in quick, clean hole-boring for CAT6, speaker wire, and small PEX runs through studs and joists. The self-feed bit speeds production and reduces tear-out. Offer per-run pricing to electricians/AV integrators as a subcontracted service.


Van/Camper Cabinet Pass-Throughs

Provide precision drilling for wiring and plumbing pass-throughs in van conversions and tiny-home cabinetry. 1-1/8 in holes suit 3/4 in PEX/copper with grommets. Package with layout consultation and grommet/trim installation.


Peg Rack & Entryway Organizer Line

Batch-produce modern peg racks and small-entry organizers using 1-1/8 in holes and 1 in dowels. Offer multiple finishes and lengths. Sell wholesale to boutiques or DTC; keep margins strong with efficient quick-change drilling setups.

Creative

Chickadee/Wren Birdhouse

Build birdhouses with species-correct 1-1/8 in entrance holes for chickadees and wrens. The self-feeding tip pulls cleanly through softwoods like cedar; clamp a backer to avoid blowout. Add a hinged clean-out, sloped roof, and drain holes for a polished backyard wildlife project.


Glass Tube Propagation Station

Make a minimalist stand that suspends 25–28 mm glass tubes for plant cuttings. Drill evenly spaced 1-1/8 in through-holes in a hardwood bar and press in rubber grommets to grip the tubes. The aggressive spur keeps holes true even when drilling at slight angles for a cascading look.


Modern Peg Rack with 1" Dowels

Create a coat/hat rack by drilling 1-1/8 in angled pass-through holes in a board and inserting 1 in hardwood dowels as pegs. The extra 1/8 in of clearance allows for glue and epoxy; the bit’s self-feed makes consistent angle drilling easier with a simple wedge jig.


Industrial Copper-Pipe Lamp Base

Route 3/4 in copper pipe (0.875 in OD) through a wooden base by drilling 1-1/8 in holes for clearance. Hide wiring inside the pipe for a clean industrial lamp. The open-tooth design is easy to touch up between hardwood bores to keep edges crisp.


Cornhole Board Carry Handles

Add carry handles to cornhole boards by drilling two adjacent 1-1/8 in holes and connecting them with a jigsaw to form a slot. The quick-change shank speeds up repetitive drilling across multiple boards; round over the edges for comfort.