Features
- Carbide-tipped cutting edge
- Welded tip construction to improve carbide retention
- Aggressive tooth geometry (3 teeth per inch) to assist penetration and chip removal
- Large continuous slot for easier plug removal
- Designed for use on thick metal, stainless steel, and wood with embedded nails
- Manufactured in the USA with global materials
Specifications
| Cutting Depth | 1-3/4 in (44 mm) |
| Arbor Size | 1/2 in |
| Blade Material | Carbide |
| Body Material | Steel |
| Suitable For | Metal, stainless steel, wood with nails |
| Available Diameters | Range from 3/4 in (19 mm) up to 4-1/2 in (114 mm); multiple sizes available (examples: 1 in, 1-1/8 in, 1-1/4 in, 1-1/2 in, 2 in, 2-1/4 in, 2-1/8 in, 3 in, 3-1/2 in, 3-5/8 in, 4 in, 4-1/2 in) |
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Carbide-tipped hole saw intended for cutting through a range of materials including thick metal, stainless steel, and wood containing nails. The cutting edge uses welded carbide tips to improve tip retention. The tooth geometry and chip removal slot are intended to aid penetration and reduce heat buildup during cutting. A continuous slot along the side facilitates plug removal.
Project Ideas
Business
Metal Door Lockset Installation Service
Offer on-site drilling for knobs, deadbolts, and access control hardware on steel and stainless doors. The carbide hole saw yields clean bores at common diameters, reducing rework and paint damage. Package as a mobile service for property managers and GC punch lists.
Van/RV Upfitting Penetrations
Specialize in cutting sealed, de-burred holes in vehicle body panels and roofs for fans, solar cable glands, antenna mounts, and water fills. Provide templates, rust-proofing, and grommeted finishes. The tool’s chip evacuation and carbide tips reduce heat and paint scorching.
HVAC/Plumbing Sheet Metal Cutouts
Perform precise openings in non-structural sheet metal, equipment cabinets, and ductwork for round take-offs, sensor ports, and conduit bushings. Sell as a rapid-response subcontracting service to HVAC/plumbing contractors needing clean, code-compliant penetrations.
Custom Gauge & Switch Panels
Fabricate powder-coated steel or stainless panels with precise holes for marine/auto gauges, rocker switches, and cable grommets. Use jigs for common diameters (1-1/8 in, 2-1/16 in, etc.) and offer small-batch, quick-turn production to custom builders and hobbyists.
Metal Planter and Irrigation Boxes
Produce steel planter boxes and balcony rails with integrated, cleanly cut drainage and drip-irrigation holes. The repeatable cuts from the hole saw ensure consistent fit for bulkhead fittings. Sell direct-to-consumer with upsells for grommets and powder-coat colors.
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Industrial Pendant Lamps
Convert stainless mixing bowls or thin steel shades into industrial pendant lights. Use the carbide hole saw to cut a clean center hole for the lamp socket and smaller perforations for decorative light spill. The aggressive tooth geometry keeps cuts cool while the plug-ejection slot speeds repetitive work across multiple shades.
Upcycled Barrel Planter/Side Table
Turn a steel or stainless drum into a planter or cable-ready side table. Cut precise drainage and irrigation holes in the bottom and sidewalls, plus a grommeted cable pass-through if adding lighting. The 1-3/4 in cutting depth and carbide tips handle thicker drum walls without burning up.
Pipe-Through Firewood Rack
Make a minimalist firewood rack using steel plates with round holes that accept black pipe or EMT conduit as crossbars. The hole saw creates snug, repeatable pipe pass-throughs for a clean, modular look, and welded carbide tips resist chipping when hitting mill scale or hidden fasteners.
Reclaimed Wood + Steel Coat Rack
Combine a steel backer plate with reclaimed wood slats. Use the hole saw to cut clean recesses for metal grommets and through-holes for hooks, even if the wood has embedded nails. The continuous slot simplifies removing plugs from hardwood and metal layers.
Custom BBQ Smoker Mods
Build or modify a barrel smoker by cutting exact-size holes for air intakes, thermometers, and exhaust stacks in steel drums or tanks. The carbide-tipped saw handles thick steel and stainless accessories, keeping edges round and ready for bulkhead fittings.