Although it is more expensive than most drill bits, I think adding the Xinde Firewood Drill Bit to my toolkit was worth the cost. The bit comes with a single 0.4-inch wide hex handle, which limits it range of compatible tools. Tungsten carbide: made from a mix of tungsten metal and carbon. It's even more hard-wearing than the standard carbide above. It is suitable for drilling into extremely tough materials such as masonry. Most models come with several removable shanks that enable you to install them on different types of tools. Firewood dill bits can be utilized with electric hammers, impact drills, or electric drills, which is why most models are bundled with square, hex, and round handles. All the best firewood drill bits in my toolkit are made of heat-treated high carbon steel and have a titanium coating.

Their distinctive look makes them easily recognizable since firewood drill bits have a conical shape. These bits are designed to penetrate a log and split it into smaller pieces. SDS plus shank - This is another type of slotted drive system. It’s used for most masonry drill bits. It provides high-level precision by weakening the logs at multiple angles, so you can split it in a fraction of the time. It helps improve work efficiency and increase productivity. Never use the old-fashioned ax to split wood anymore! I recommend getting a kit with multiple handles you can mount on different types of corded and cordless tools. The number of handles – The models I selected have between one and three handles so that you can choose an option for a specific tool or a bit you can install on different power tools.In addition to drill bits being available in different types, they’re also available in various sizes to allow you to drill a hole that suits your needs. The list below gives answers to the most commonly asked questions around drill bit sizes: The round shank has a two-pit and two-slot structure, while the square handle has a four-pit structure. All handles for the Gotida Firewood Drill Bit have an anti-skid groove design that ensures the bit stays in place during heavy-duty applications. Pros White wall plugs can vary in diameter (6-10mm). So, to drill a hole for a white wall plug, you will need a drill bit that’s the same diameter as the plug you choose. Cobalt: an incredibly strong alloy metal used to drill through tough materials. It can withstand heat and resistance and is the best drill bit for stainless steel.

The drill bit size you need for a wall plug will depend on which wall plug you use. Generally, you’ll need a drill bit that’s the same diameter (in millimetres) as the wall plug, but for accuracy, you can drill a pilot hole using a slightly smaller size drill bit first. Testing different firewood drill bits is, in my experience, the best way to find the model that works well with my power tools. I recommend getting a kit like the Mudder Firewood Drill Bit Kit or Gotida Firewood Drill Bit that allows you to use the bit with an electric hammer or a cordless drill. I only recommend using the Sywan Firewood Log Splitter with a corded drill because battery-powered models can’t generate sufficient torque to split wood. Also, using the drill’s side handle while working with this bit is necessary since you might hurt your hand if you’re using the pistol grip handle.Like most of its competitors, the XCVXCV Firewood Log Splitter is designed for lightweight applications. Despite being heat-treated and having a titanium coating, this carbon steel bit cannot drill through wide-diameter timber. Most red wall plugs are 6mm in diameter, so to drill a hole for a red plug, you will need a 6mm drill bit. A drill bit's suitability for drilling into certain materials usually depends on what the drill bit is made from and coated with. The drill bit guide below describes the main options: