These bits pull through too fast and make a mess on the back side of softwood/plywood. Any recommendations for a less aggressive but cleaner bit?
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I would recommend a non pilot pint bit it acts like a screw pulling the bit through material faster than the drill can spin it. Mad dog drill bits makes a good set for a little more cost
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I also have the Bosch TI18 18-Piece bit set and seem to go to it more often than the Dewalt bits. I also always back up the exit hole with some scrap wood or tape, which helps to reduce the tear-out.
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One might try Forstner bits - they cut the outer edge of the hole first, leaving a nice clean hole. They also have a centering point.
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Simplest answer is your drill probably runs at too low RPM, try a faster drill befroe changing bits.
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Generally I do not drill through the wood all the way, but just so the point is visible (a drill press helps). Then I can drill from the other side and leave a clean hole. If you drill free hand then try to put a backer board behind the wood and drill slowly, this can help prevent tear out on the bottom of your board.James
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Try the suggestions in this link. I've never had that problem with my board. http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6653868/list/how-to-clean-and-care-for-your-butcher-block
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The easiest for me would be a log spud. I spudded over 100 white pine logs over 35' each for a log home by hand with couple of log spuds. It's more like knocking the bark off with the weight of the spud. That way, you don't degrade the log itself with a log wizard or something that would grind and degrade the log. My opinion.
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Not really good for tight spaces. U may want a buffer bit that can be attatched to a drill
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The PM ones are nice. The 1/4-in bit from Wood River breaks routinely in hard maple, so buy two at a time. Other than that, it depends on how big your mortises are. The rule of thumb is 1/3 shoulder, 1/3 tenon, 1/3 shoulder, so 1/4" for 3/4" thick wood.I just used a PM 3/4" bit for a bed I'm making.
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I have not in fact used this particular product, I have a more extensive set with tapered drill bits that I bought from Woodcraft years ago. I'm sure these would make the counterbores you require. I would make one suggestion. If you are doing plugs in hardwood and are using a clear finish, I recommend you invest in a tapered plug cutter for a tight fit. Mine is from Lee Valley but Rockler has one listed. Just remember to bottom out the bit as the taper is at the TOP.
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That sounds like a really BAD idea. First of all, if your bores are so dirty that you felt inclined to put a power tool in them they must be really bad. Second, copper lead and brass are very soft metals, but I wouldn't put any other metals at high speed through my barrels.
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The holes on the end are harder to drill because the metal is overlapping. Buy good quality bits. You will use 1 Target bit per hole otherwise
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I would not recommend trying that. Definitely not the ideal tool for that job, as these are really made with wood in mind.
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I don't think so. I was drilling into soft pine and the bits dulled quickly
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Yes, I wiped off the excess black oxide the minute I got it, never had a problem since. If you buy the bit extender and the spare bits assortment, you'll need to take a second to wipe those down too. It was terribly exhausting. &lt;sarcasm specifically aimed at the whiny people&gt; I've also had a ton of compliments from other techs. "Dude! Where did you get that!?" lol
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Look up "mini drill chuck", pretty certain it will bring up some decent choices that will hold your bits mentioned.
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Judging from my experience with these items, I would suggest you try it at slower speeds and work up till you have acheived a speed that works best on the material you are working with. Be careful not to let the bit get to hot. Running at a very high speed seems to ruin the cutting edge of the bit. I think the speed will vary according to the hardness of the material you are working with. Do not be afraid to use a little water with the bit either. It is very important not to overheat the bit. I hope this answer is of some help to you.
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If you need true heavy duty, I would get a corded drill. This drill does slip the bits but overall does very well for a backup.
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I'm used a drill bit that came in a Dewalt drill bit set...nothing unusual. Perhaps you have different screws.Sorry can't help you more.
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these are hard plastic and not sure they will cut cleanly. maybe you need to go to the conventional wood shims.
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I had the same problem. What I found was it has to be perfectly straight in line and go slow. If I went to fast I had to use another drill to drive the screws all the way in. Also the drill bit does not always stay locked into place on mine.