do you have to get special bits? most bits are 5 inches long...the jig is over 5 inches in depth
1703439
It may be about 5 inches wide but the depth in the direction in which the bits will go is about 1 inch.
1703440
the jig is only about an inch in depth. any ordinary drill bits will be long enough.
1703441
the jig is about an inch deep - standard bits work fine. The small diameter bits (which are shorter) will drill to about 2" of depth.
1703442
The jig is not 5" in depth. I could go and measure mine but I'd guess it is about 1 inch deep. I have been using mine consistently since I got it. I feel a lot more comfortable using it and getting a straight hole. I think it's a fine piece of gear and I am glad I made the investment. By the way, if you bottom out with your standard drill bit, you can withdraw the bit and rerun without the guide to continue the hole in the already straight hole that the guide provided. I just read the previous comments which agree with mine more or less. You do not need longer drill bits.
1703443
the jig is only about an inch tall in the direction you drill standard bits work
1703444
No special bits required. This drill guide is about an inch in depth so drill bits will need to be a bit longer than that to be useful.
28737
If u simply want to fit a bit of any length you might have such already in your toolbox. Leave the cartridge out, close the slide completely and place any 1/4" hex based bit into the chuck. U can buy many types of bits of ever shaped head, nut driver including drill bits with the 1/4" hex based shanks that fit the chuck. The chuck is magnetic so the bit stays pretty well.
838203
if i was going to try i would get a separate set of just drill bits, anything steel alloy seems to get good ratings, and i would drill a hole before running these through something that thick, one inch would be about the max, since the bits are only a few inches long and the threading teeth start about a half inch in. Just keep in mind any expensive small drill bits will still break if you don't take your time working with metal.
1068649
I believe it takes up to 1/4 inch bit. Anything larger than that , I'd use a power drill.
1967208
it comes with a few of several commonly used sizes... a sampling. But for any significant project you will need more of whatever size. You can order the Kreg screws on Amazon... or just wait and drill a couple of pilot holes in scraps to get the hang of your jig and the your particular project... including the required screw size and length for what you are doing... then get screws (cheaper) at the big box stores. I recommend the later course... make sure the right size and get them less expensive... using the sampling to compare for local screw sizing. It is a great jig... screws are good but pricy... other wood/deck screws fine for most projects. Hope that helps.
449901
I don't have this specific jig, but I have purchased bits for other PC jigs at http://routerbitworld.com
2261232
You can go as deep as you need to, within reason, using shank extensions. They cost 5 or 10 bucks for 5-inchers and can be piggybacked. As others mention, chip clearing is always necessary, which can be a pain for deep holes. I drill deep holes most often on the lathe, and at least in horizontal boring an occasional blast of compressed air down the side of the hole does the job quickly without having to constantly back out the bit.
715269
sure they are just 1/4 inch small shank drill bits. Just start out slow and brace it well to get it started or you can sorta angle it to geta cut going Put some water where you want to cut too.they are easy to use maybe take a practice cut on a scrap tile or sumthin
2033145
No, standard bits do not work. Does not have a standard chuck. Only SDS bits fit.
1592085
Kind of... You need special drill bit that fits the drill. Bits come in various sizes, but they must have a hex end to fit in the "chuck". You can buy the special bit at most home improvement stores.
226859
a jobber length bit is shorter than a standard bit. Quality should be the same as a standard length bit.
422710
Honestly, I wish that I had asked the same question you're asking before I bought the master kit. I could've done without the additional accessories, truthfully I'll prob never use them. If you're just looking for the jig with the clamp, the adjustable counter sink drillbit, and the 6" long square head driver bit for your drill (which is all you really need in my opinion) spare yourself the extra money and get the regular kit. You can go to the Kreg Tool website and order the additional accessories if you want later (you'll get a brochure and dvd with ads for all the accessories anyway).
1811214
The provided bushings cover the range described here -1/4" to 3/8" - you might be able to run a larger bit through an un-sleeved guide hole, but you'll get a lot of play and risk damaging the threads on the jig. But for the stated range, there aren't many better pound-for-pound jigs than this one.
1046574
I suggest you read the description better and listen to the other answers. These are very small and precise bits not meant for drilling.
1706096
The bits are about 6inches long. As far as the chuck, that depends on the drill you are using. Its a 1/4in hex head. Even though there is specs lacking details about these tools, you can however go to dewalts website and enter in what you are looking on amazon.
83184
Cedar would not be a factor in depth. The depth would be reliant on how far down the cutter is set, the length of the spindle in the chuck and the circumference of the hole (a smaller hole will hit the back end of the cutter bar when you reach that height). Unless you have cedar thicker than two inches and are making holes smaller than two you should be fine. However if that is your goal a Fostner bit would be more practical.
226193
No. You can buy small bits separately, but this item doesn't include drill bits.