Drill America
Drill America DMS71-1611 1" X 16" Spade Bit pneumatic accessory
Creates large, flat-bottomed holes in wood with a centre point for accuracy and a hex shank to prevent slipping
- Creates wide flat-bottom holes fast with carbon steel blade
- Stays centred on the mark thanks to built-in centre point
- Hex shank locks into chuck preventing slip during drilling
- 16 inch length reaches deep cavities without extension
- Carbon steel resists wear in both soft and hard woods
Drill America 1" X 16" Spade Bit
This carbon steel spade bit bores large, flat-bottomed holes in soft and hardwoods. It suits electricians, plumbers and woodworkers running cables, pipes or hardware through timber. The wide blade with sharp cutting spurs removes material quickly while the centre point keeps the bit on target. A hex shank prevents slipping in the drill chuck.
Installation and common issues
Insert the hex shank fully into a standard drill chuck and tighten securely to eliminate wobble. Start the hole at low speed with the centre point engaged before increasing RPM for clean entry. Excessive side pressure can bend the long shaft or cause the spurs to wander, especially in dense hardwood. Clear wood chips frequently to avoid overheating and binding.
Capacity and headroom
The 16-inch overall length provides deep reach for thick beams, joists and stud cavities where shorter bits cannot reach. The 1-inch cutting diameter handles typical conduit, cable bundles and hardware clearance holes in a single pass. Very dense tropical hardwoods or nail-embedded reclaimed timber will dull the carbon steel edges faster, requiring resharpening or replacement for continued clean cuts.
Highlights
- Creates wide flat-bottom holes fast with carbon steel blade
- Stays centred on the mark thanks to built-in centre point
- Hex shank locks into chuck preventing slip during drilling
- 16 inch length reaches deep cavities without extension
- Carbon steel resists wear in both soft and hard woods
Specifications
| Brand | DRILL AMERICA |
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Questions about this item
How can I confirm the 16" spade bit is drilling true after setup?
Check that the centre point stays centred and the hex shank does not slip in the chuck while the flat blade cuts a clean flat-bottomed hole in wood.
What comes in the box and what must I supply separately?
The box contains the carbon steel spade bit with 1" cutting width and hex shank; you must provide a compatible drill or impact driver.
Which DMS71-1611 size should I choose for cable and pipe boring?
The 1" x 16" bit matches the listed specification and suits typical cable and pipe hole diameters in soft or hardwood.
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