Features
- 1/4-inch hex shank compatible with impact drivers
- 135° split-point tip to reduce walking
- Black-and-gold finish for corrosion resistance
- Strong tapered core to resist breakage
- High-speed steel construction for general-purpose drilling
Specifications
| Application Material | Wood & Metal |
| Diameter (In) | 1/4 |
| Shank Type | Hex |
| Shank Size | 1/4 in |
| Bit Length | 4-1/10 in |
| Maximum Drilling Depth | 2 in |
| Tip Geometry | 135° split point |
| Material | High Speed Steel (HSS) |
| Finish | Black & Gold |
| Compatible Tools | Drills and impact drivers |
| Suitable Materials | Plastic, wood, metal (not for stainless steel) |
| For Use On Stainless Steel | No |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Warranty | No limited warranty |
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1/4-inch impact-ready drill bit with a 1/4-inch hex shank. Made from high-speed steel with a black-and-gold finish to reduce corrosion. The 135° split-point tip reduces walking and the tapered core increases durability. Designed for use with impact drivers and standard drills for drilling plastic, wood, and metal.
Project Ideas
Business
Custom Pegboard Wall Installations
Offer made-to-measure plywood pegboard walls with 1/4-inch holes for garages, retail displays, and home offices. The impact-ready hex shank speeds on-site drilling, while the bit’s split-point ensures clean, accurate holes. Upsell accessories and finishing.
Perforated Lanterns & Garden Decor
Start an online shop selling perforated metal luminaria, pathway lights, and planter wraps made from thin aluminum or steel (non-stainless). Use 1/4-inch patterns and themed templates; add powder-coated finishes and custom monograms.
On-Site Signage Drilling & Mounting
Provide a mobile service drilling mounting holes in aluminum signs, acrylic panels, and wood backers, then install them. The 135° split-point minimizes walking on slick metals, and the 1/4-inch hex shank works with impact drivers for ladder work.
DIY Shelf-Pin Jig Kits
Manufacture acrylic or plywood jigs pre-spaced for 32 mm cabinet systems and bundle with a 1/4-inch HSS bit and depth stop. Sell to DIYers and small shops for precise shelf-pin drilling; include video instructions and refill bits.
Maker Cheese Plates & Bracket Blanks
Produce aluminum plates and L-brackets with arrays of 1/4-inch holes for 1/4"-20 hardware used in camera rigs, robotics, and maker projects. Batch-drill with impact drivers for efficiency and sell as blanks or preassembled kits.
Creative
Perforated Can Lanterns
Upcycle aluminum or tin cans into lanterns by drilling 1/4-inch patterns for light to shine through. The 135° split-point keeps the bit from skating on the curved metal. Clamp the can over scrap wood, drill, deburr, and drop in LED tea lights for safe glow.
Modern Wooden Pegboard Organizer
Make a custom plywood pegboard by drilling a grid of 1/4-inch holes to accept 1/4-inch dowels and shelf pins. Use a depth stop or tape to control depth. The impact-ready hex shank speeds repetitive drilling, and the tapered core handles dense hardwoods.
License Plate Key Rack
Turn a vintage aluminum license plate into a key rack by drilling 1/4-inch holes for mounting screws and for hook hardware. Mount the plate on a stained wood backer for contrast. The split-point tip reduces walking on thin sheet metal.
PVC Drip Irrigation Bar
Create a simple garden drip bar by drilling 1/4-inch holes along a PVC pipe, capping the end, and connecting to a hose or gravity feed. The HSS bit makes clean holes in plastic; deburr for smooth flow and even distribution.
Scrap Metal Wind Chime
Drill 1/4-inch hanging holes in thin aluminum strips, washers, or mild steel pieces (avoid stainless) to assemble a melodic wind chime. The 135° split point helps start holes precisely on smooth metal surfaces.