Drill America
Drill America DMODB B Solid Carbide Drill Bit pneumatic accessory
Solid carbide drill bit for accurate drilling in abrasive materials such as cast iron and non-ferrous alloys
- Solid carbide construction maintains drilling accuracy in abrasive materials
- Withstands high-temperature drilling applications without losing performance
- Suitable for cast iron, non-ferrous alloys and high-silicon aluminium
- Drills copper, plastics, bronze, hard rubber and plexiglass effectively
- California Proposition 65 warning: contains chemicals known to cause cancer and reproductive harm
Drill America Solid Carbide Bit
The Drill America DMODB B is a solid carbide drill bit built for pneumatic tooling in workshops that machine abrasive or heat-sensitive stock. It targets machinists and maintenance teams who need hole accuracy to hold through long runs in cast iron, high-silicon aluminium, copper alloys, bronze, hard rubber, plexiglass and similar non-ferrous materials.
Carbide limits in abrasive work
Carbide keeps its geometry longer than high-speed steel when cutting abrasive alloys, but the material is brittle and will chip if the spindle runs out of true or if feed pressure spikes. The bit is not suited for hand-held drilling, deep-hole work without peck cycles, or ferrous steels that demand cobalt or coated HSS tooling instead.
Collet fit and common issues
The bit shank fits standard pneumatic collets, so installation is a matter of cleaning the bore, seating the shank fully and tightening to the chuck maker's torque. Most failures come from running dry in high-temperature cuts, exceeding the recommended surface speed for the workpiece, or clamping on the flute length instead of the shank.
Highlights
- Solid carbide construction maintains drilling accuracy in abrasive materials
- Withstands high-temperature drilling applications without losing performance
- Suitable for cast iron, non-ferrous alloys and high-silicon aluminium
- Drills copper, plastics, bronze, hard rubber and plexiglass effectively
- California Proposition 65 warning: contains chemicals known to cause cancer and reproductive harm
Specifications
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Questions about this item
Which Drill America solid carbide drill bit should I choose for abrasive materials?
The DMODB B is designed for abrasive materials such as cast iron, non-ferrous alloys, high silicon aluminum, copper, plastics, bronze, hard rubber and plexiglass where drilling accuracy must be maintained.
How does the solid carbide construction perform in high temperature drilling applications?
Solid carbide maintains drilling accuracy in high temperature drilling applications and is suited for abrasive materials including cast iron, non-ferrous alloys, high silicon aluminum, copper, plastics, bronze, hard rubber and plexiglass.
What does the California Proposition 65 warning mean for workshop use?
The product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm; follow standard workshop safety practices such as ventilation and personal protective equipment.
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