Videos
10X LONGER LIFE THAN STANDARD HOLESAWS
Extra Long reach version of the popular VersaDrive HoleCutter. Perfect for small diameter drilling through steelwork using a Pistol Drill where a separate extension isn't practical.
Ideal for applications where a metal plate is encountered amongst wood joists or where both sides of a steel beam require drilling.
These are rapidly becoming the go-to solution for fabricators and steel erectors needing to drill through heavy steel in locations and on projects where a rotary drill is more convenient and safer than a magnetic drill.
Product Benefits
- Massive 120mm reach with 100mm depth of cut
- Perfect for drilling heavy steel in remote locations
- Perfect for drilling box section with inaccessible sides
- Premium quality Tungsten Carbide teeth
- Use with Magnet Drill adapter
- Use in standard 1/2" drill chuck
- One piece design includes arbor & (replaceable) pilot drill
- Combine with MultiSink to broach & countersink in 1 pass
Quick Guide
- Optimum life and performance when used with rotary pistol drills
- Good results can be achieved with SDS Drills when used in Rotary Only mode
- Replace supplied pilot drill with 101035P-02 ejector pin for use with a Magnet Drill or MultiSink
- Suitable for use on Stainless Steel
- Use appropriate lubrication and correct RPM to achieve long tool life
VersaDrive Extra Long HoleCutter FAQ Section
1. Best Practice Advice - How to get the best out of your 101035 Extra Long HoleCutter
- Centre punch or pilot drill the surface for accurate hole start
- Follow guidelines to set correct RPM speed. Incorrect RPM can lead to poor life or tool breakage
- Apply firm, steady feed pressure throughout the cut, applying the feed very slowly and cautiously during the first 1mm of cut
- Avoid lateral movement or tilting which can cause damage to the tool
- Ensure regular application of quality cooling lubricant, especially when drilling thick or hardened materials.
- Hardened or heat-affected materials may require higher torque, reduced RPM and feed rates and extra coolant
- When using a Magnet Drill regularly check that the slides, handles, arbors and movable parts have not vibrated loose over time.
- Ensure a debris free surface of sufficient steel thickness for strong magnet hold when Magnet Drilling.
- For drilling holes in steel thicker than 25mm it is recommended to ventilate the hole frequently to clear the swarf.
- For thicker materials, predrill 6.35mm pilot drill first and use then sprung pilot drill or pilot pin as a guide.
2. RPM guide - Best RPM values for different sizes of hole and applications.
Use the table below to identify the recommended Nm of Torque or RPM for your hole size and material.
3. Recommended Adapters
VersaDrive tooling can be used with a wide range of adapters that allow the products to be used across a variety of drive tools depending on the application required.
Below you will find the recommended adapters for the VersaDrive 101034 SuperLong HoleCutter.
4. Key Dimensions and Measurements