MAKITA D-53497 Single Spur Wood Auger Bit Round Shank 13x450 mm

MAKITA D-53497 Single Spur Auger Wood Drill Bit, Round Shank, Size 13x450 mm.
This drill bit is built specifically for deep hole drilling in structural timber and extra-thick wood. With an overall length of up to 450 mm, its main features are:Self-feeding: The tip of the bit features a threaded screw point that grips and pulls the bit into the wood automatically, reducing user effort and ensuring fast, continuous drilling.Single Spur Design: Features a single spur on the edge of the bit that scores the wood fibers before the main cutting edge cuts the wood, resulting in smooth, clean hole edges and reduced surface tear-out.Excellent Chip Evacuation: The large flute design efficiently conveys large volumes of wood chips out of the hole along the entire length of the bit, making it ideal for drilling through very thick wood.

Specifications
- Extra Long Reach: The 450 mm overall length allows for direct, extra-deep hole drilling through beams or thick timber frames.
- Self-feeding Tip: The threaded screw tip automatically pulls the bit into the workpiece, enabling fast and effortless drilling.
- Clean Cutting: The single spur delivers clean cuts, leaving smooth hole edges and minimizing burrs.
- High Chip Removal: The flute is designed to evacuate wood chips efficiently along the entire length of the bit, preventing jamming.
- Durable Construction: Made from high-grade steel, resistant to heavy-duty use and high torque.

Applications & Usage
- Building Construction: Used for drilling holes to install bolts, threaded rods, or various fasteners in timber beams or extra-thick structural lumber.
- Electrical and Plumbing Installation: Ideal for drilling through thick structures to run pipes, conduits, or cables.
- Specialized Woodworking: Used in joinery and carpentry tasks requiring deep hole drilling in very thick hardwoods or softwoods.