49616 Speedbor Brad Point Drill Bit, 3/8 In. Dia, 5-1/4 In. Oal

The Irwin 49616 Speedbor Brad Point Drill Bit is a precision wood drill bit designed for accurate hole starting in furniture making, doweling, cabinetry, and other woodworking applications where exact hole size is required. The brad point tip provides accurate positioning for starting holes, eliminating guesswork in hole drilling.

This bit reduces splintering and ensures smooth, clean holes through its spurred cutting head design. Wide spiral flutes provide fast, continuous chip flow away from the cutting area, improving drilling efficiency and performance through demanding woodworking tasks.

Features and Benefits

• Brad Point Design: Accurate hole positioning for starting, ideal for doweling and component alignment in furniture and cabinetry applications.
• Chrome Vanadium Steel: Heat-treated at full length for extra sharpness and long life in woodworking applications, maintaining cutting edge performance through extended use.
• Reduced Splintering: Spurred cutting edges reduce splintering and ensure smooth, clean holes in wood.
• Fast Chip Evacuation: Wide spiral flutes provide continuous chip flow, improving drilling speed and efficiency.
• Precision Ground: Each bit is precision ground to exact specifications for consistent hole diameter and performance.

Specifications

• Brand: Irwin
• Model: 49616
• Diameter: 3/8 inch
• Overall Length: 5-1/4 inches
• Twist Length: 3-7/8 inches
• Shank Diameter: 3/8 inch
• Flutes: 2-flute spiral
• Material: Chrome vanadium steel, heat treated