Get the right metal hole saw for your needs
If you’re working with tough materials like metal, you need a speciality hole saw. Standard timber hole saws aren’t built to drill through metal objects, which is why carbide-tipped versions were invented. They’re able to work through cast iron, aluminium, and basically any type of metal. Often used for sheet metal work and automotive applications, these heavy-duty hole saws are invaluable if you’ve got some tough materials that need perfectly circular holes.
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Different applications for hole saws
Most commonly used for timber applications, such as installing doorknobs, hole saws can actually be used in a wide variety of applications, including:
- Timber
- Metal
- Plaster
- Plastic
- Nail-embedded wood
- Aluminium
- Cast iron
- Stainless steel
- Plumbing
Metal hole saws in particular are made stronger than your average hole saw. That’s because they need to drill through much tougher materials than just plaster of timber. Plumbers also use metal hole saws because they often need to cut through thick plastic, and standard timber saws aren’t really made for this application.
Things to consider when buying metal hole saws
Firstly, it’s important to know what you’re using it for. Say, for example, you’re building a metal TV cabinet. If you choose to have a metal backing, you’ll need a metal hole saw to get through the thin sheet of metal on the back to allow for cords. The same may apply for industrial desks. However, some applications require something more heavy-duty.
Always consider the depth of your cuts because most hole saws can only cut a certain distance. Also, consider the diameter of the hole you need to cut. You can buy single hole saws, but if you do a lot of metalwork you may want to invest in a kit that has several different saw sizes.