{"product_id":"hss-titanium-step-drill-bit-4-32-42mm-metal-wood-hole-cutter","title":"HSS Titanium Step Drill Bit 4-32\/42mm – Metal \u0026 Wood Cone","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eSLADE HSS Titanium-Coated Step Drill Bit – Drill Any Material with Precision\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake the guesswork out of drilling clean, round holes with the \u003cstrong\u003eSLADE HSS Titanium-Coated Step Drill Bit\u003c\/strong\u003e. Engineered from premium High Speed Steel (HSS) with a titanium nitride coating, this versatile cone drill bit handles everything from thin sheet metal and brass to wood and plastic — all with one compact tool. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or a seasoned tradesperson, this step drill cone delivers professional-grade performance at every step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMade in Mainland China.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose This Step Drill Bit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitanium Nitride Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dramatically reduces friction and heat build-up, extending bit life and keeping your drill cooler during prolonged use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Speed Steel (HSS) Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat-treated and highly polished for superior hardness and durability, cutting through steel, brass, wood, and plastic with ease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide Size Range (4–32mm \/ 4–42mm):\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple stepped sizes in a single bit eliminates the need to swap bits mid-job — each step is clearly laser-engraved with the diameter for instant reference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-Flute Spiral Groove Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual flutes drive faster, smoother, and cleaner cuts while efficiently evacuating chips away from the cutting zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-Sided Anti-Slip Shank:\u003c\/strong\u003e The triangular shank locks securely in your drill chuck to prevent slipping during operation — no more dangerous bit spin-out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfectly Round Holes Every Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e The self-centering tip eliminates the need for a pilot hole, saving you time and effort on every project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact \u0026amp; Lightweight (99mm Length):\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to handle and store, fitting neatly in any toolbox or kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSLADE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGZ002\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh Speed Steel (HSS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTitanium Nitride (TiN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–32mm \/ 4–42mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e99mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShank Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-Sided (Round with flat sides)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlute Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo-Flute Spiral Groove\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel, Brass, Aluminum, Wood, Plastic, PVC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMainland China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Can You Drill?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis step drill bit is perfectly suited for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThin sheet metal and aluminium panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eElectrical enclosures and junction boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrass fittings and plumbing fixtures\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWood boards and MDF sheets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlastic, PVC, and acrylic panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDIY woodworking and metal fabrication projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSafe Drilling Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when drilling — including safety glasses and gloves. For guidance on safe power tool use in the workplace, refer to OSHA's Power Tools Safety Guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eYou Might Also Like\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/100-pack-disposable-nitrile-gloves-latex-free-white-oil-proof\"\u003e100-Pack Disposable Nitrile Gloves – Latex-Free, Oil-Proof\u003c\/a\u003e — protect your hands on every job\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/12-inch-stainless-steel-cheese-grater-lemon-zester-fruit-peeler\"\u003e12-Inch Stainless Steel Multi-Tool\u003c\/a\u003e — another precision stainless steel tool for your workshop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Drill_bit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDrill bit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What materials can this titanium-coated HSS step drill bit cut through?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This step drill bit is designed to cut through a wide variety of materials including steel, stainless steel, brass, aluminium, copper, wood, MDF, plastic, PVC, and acrylic. 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