Klein Tools Holesaw Sets

[RDB85]

Are any of these holesaw sets any good:

Hole Saw Kits

Hole Saw Kits. Klein Tools Online Catalog, featuring tools for Professionals. Electrician Tools, Pliers, Screwdrivers, Tool Bags, Multimeters, and more.

www.kleintools.com

 

[nicebutdim]

Won't be much use to an electrician in the UK.

Are you wanting to start from scratch or do you have a few sizes to which you'd like to add?

 

[James]

Sizes most used in rough order of priority.
note, this will change if you are in a specific type of electrical work.

20mm
25mm
32mm
16mm
40mm
50mm

plus specific sizes for downlighters may need to be added

 

[RDB85]

Won't be much use to an electrician in the UK.

Are you wanting to start from scratch or do you have a few sizes to which you'd like to add?

I’m looking to start from scratch. I did look at Armeg but they are so expensive. I’ve a voucher to use so I can get them half price. They do an electrical set.

 

[Pegasus]

Sizes most used in rough order of priority.
note, this will change if you are in a specific type of electrical work.

20mm
25mm
32mm
16mm
40mm
50mm

plus specific sizes for downlighters may need to be added

thanks, which brand of Holesaws and Wood drillbit do you recommend? I hear the Bosch are good, any experience with a brand that you were impressed with?

 

[James]

For steel, I use these

https://www.NoLinkingToThis/p/starr...rc=aw.ds#product_additional_details_container

for wood, I use these

https://www.NoLinkingToThis/p/bosch-expert-spade-bit-set-8-pieces/984ky

for stainless steel, I use these.

RS PRO Tungsten Carbide Tip 22 → 64mm Core Drill Bit | RS

uk.rs-online.com

 

[Pegasus]

For steel, I use these

https://www.NoLinkingToThis/p/starr...rc=aw.ds#product_additional_details_container

for wood, I use these

https://www.NoLinkingToThis/p/bosch-expert-spade-bit-set-8-pieces/984ky

for stainless steel, I use these.

RS PRO Tungsten Carbide Tip 22 → 64mm Core Drill Bit | RS

uk.rs-online.com

sweet thanks, for making holes in plastic boxes etc. do you use the same starret holesaws? I saw a video of an electrician recommending to drill it in reverse which prevent cracking of the plastic

 

[nicebutdim]

Starrett holesaws are hard to beat in terms of quality and price. Yeah you can probably find better, but not at Starrett prices and many big names produce holesaws that are little more than junk when it comes to cutting steel.

Worth a mention are the tiny sheet steel holesaws produced by Armeg (Acceler8), CK & Starrett. Very neat cutting and a lip that stops intrusion into trunking or the likes. Oddly enough I wouldn't touch Starrett's version of these as I believe the pilot bit can't be replaced.


The holesaw set James linked above is a good starting point, with no useless sizes.

 

[James]

sweet thanks, for making holes in plastic boxes etc. do you use the same starret holesaws? I saw a video of an electrician recommending to drill it in reverse which prevent cracking of the plastic

They are good for plastic too.

 

[Dustydazzler]

As above I always use Starrett and sometimes Bosch for hole saws

I also have some cheapo ones from screwfix which are fine for cutting DL holes in plaster board

 

[Lister1987]

Have thr bosch quick change and they're good BUT the biggest negative about the QC range (bosch at least) is you can't stack them and use a smaller holesaw for your pilot (to enlarge smaller holes and stay central.

Mandrax QC looks identical to Bosc and DOES allow for thr aforementioned stacking, no idea if they are interchangeable by coincidence

 

[nicebutdim]

Have thr bosch quick change and they're good BUT the biggest negative about the QC range (bosch at least) is you can't stack them and use a smaller holesaw for your pilot (to enlarge smaller holes and stay central.

Mandrax QC looks identical to Bosc and DOES allow for thr aforementioned stacking, no idea if they are interchangeable by coincidence

I'd consider quick change holesaws if the arbors were universal, but no way am I buying into a system that's exclusive to one brand.

I actually think Starret do a universal quick change system (could be wrong), but I'm not entirely convinced that changing holesaws is problematic enough to warrant additional expenditure. In the future we'll probably all use this sort of system and talk about how difficult life used to be when it took 5 seconds to change cutters

 

[nicebutdim]

I've looked into this and Starrett have 2 separate quick change systems which appear to be universal.

Pros:
Slight time saving.
Quick change adaptors aren't too pricey (about £12 for 3).
Useless to people who never buy their own tools and need to borrow constantly - probably the single greatest selling point and one which Starrett appear to have overlooked.

Cons:
Expensive arbor required (about £35).
Not sure if standard pilot drills will suit (if they do, this can be removed).
Need an adaptor for every cutter or the system is pointless (more money).

On balance, I'll stick with tradition and save the money for something that's actually beneficial.

 

[Lister1987]

I've looked into this and Starrett have 2 separate quick change systems which appear to be universal.

Pros:
Slight time saving.
Quick change adaptors aren't too pricey (about £12 for 3).
Useless to people who never buy their own tools and need to borrow constantly - probably the single greatest selling point and one which Starrett appear to have overlooked.

Cons:
Expensive arbor required (about £35).
Not sure if standard pilot drills will suit (if they do, this can be removed).
Need an adaptor for every cutter or the system is pointless (more money).

On balance, I'll stick with tradition and save the money for something that's actually beneficial.

Bosch have QC adapters to let 3rd parties holesaws to be used in thr system, had to use them to get a Dewalt holesaw in the size I needed as boschdidnt have it

 

[nicebutdim]

Bosch have QC adapters to let 3rd parties holesaws to be used in thr system, had to use them to get a Dewalt holesaw in the size I needed as boschdidnt have it

Didn't know that, but think I've convinced myself to do without.

 

[RDB85]

I’ve seen theses which seem to be a good price:

DART Premium Holesaw Kit 11 Piece

Buy DART Premium Holesaw Kit 11 Piece direct from Buildworld. Bargain Prices. Precision set teeth for aggressive material penetration and swarf clearance. 100% Original Product.

www.buildworld.co.uk

 

[nicebutdim]

Not much I can add. Several people have given their opinions on preferred brands. Others are available, you pays your money and takes your choice.

 

[RDB85]

Not much I can add. Several people have given their opinions on preferred brands. Others are available, you pays your money and takes your choice.

Fair point. I do appreciate everyone’s input. I’m just thinking of the best value for money as even min wage isn’t great. I’m trying to budget for some hole saws.

 

[James]

If you are going to use them every now and then, I am sure they will last you a fair time.
drilling plastic, they should last a lifetime.
if you are punching 10 x 20mm holes in steel distribution boards every day then they will need replacing often.

 

[telectrix]

dewalt impact flat bits. awesome.

 

[timhoward]

For many years I just had el cheapo 20 and 25 screwfix hole saws.
What knackers them is metal, and I’d suggest a stepper bit and some QMax 20 and 25mm punches are an excellent investment. While slower to use you get a perfect hole every time. (Cutting fluid helps too)

 

[westward10]

Cone/stepper cutters are definitely worth the investment but hole saws should be considered as a consumable so I wouldn't be spending a fortune on them. Like any cutting tool they generally last as long as to how well you treat them. A cheap saw if treated well may last longer than an expensive saw that has been abused.

 

[Moley]

A cheap saw if treated well may last longer than an expensive saw that has been abused.

Hmmmm ....a bit like women then. Personally I normally use Starret. Holes saws, not women.

 

[nicebutdim]

Hmmmm ....a bit like women then. Personally I normally use Starret. Holes saws, not women.

It's not as though smaller sizes are expensive - in fact they're often cheaper than many other brands.

 

[Vortigern]

I have to say arm(and a l)eg are very good. Very fast cutting and spring ejection, Haven't found any saw even remotely as efficient as these. No matter what set of sizes you buy, every time you fit downlights you will have to go out and buy another size hence my vast collect of hole saws. Still need to buy on though with each downligh fitting.

 

[pirate]

I'm a fan of the hole punches...perfect holes every time, and of course there's no vibration involved if making a hole in a CU etc. Cone/steppers are a great buy too. For downlights in plasterboard ceilings I have a range of cheap Screwfix holesaws and they have lasted well. They are consumables, so not too expensive to replace as required. The smaller sizes are perfect for plumbing jobs too...better than punching a hole with a hammer, which seems to be the wetpants way...and ideal for passing conduit through.

 

[nicebutdim]

I'm a fan of the hole punches...perfect holes every time, and of course there's no vibration involved if making a hole in a CU etc. Cone/steppers are a great buy too. For downlights in plasterboard ceilings I have a range of cheap Screwfix holesaws and they have lasted well. They are consumables, so not too expensive to replace as required. The smaller sizes are perfect for plumbing jobs too...better than punching a hole with a hammer, which seems to be the wetpants way...and ideal for passing conduit through.

I'm sold on the idea of punches, but still haven't bought one due to the slow process involved. For one or two holes at a time they'd be great, but far too slow for the work I generally do. I have those little armandaleg cutters for small jobs and stick with standard hole saws when large numbers of holes need to be cut.

While I'm fussy about quality for cutting steel, for plasterboard the main consideration is price and often that's Erbauer.

 

[pirate]

The hole punches are not that slow, once you get used to them...but then I've got nothing but time, so it doesn't really matter to me that I take a whole minute to punch a 20mm hole! Also, no need to deburr afterwards, and the surrounding paint doesn't get any damage. I do run my Noga round the hole anyway...that's another 15 seconds!

 

[Moley]

I do run my Todger round the hole anyway...that's another 15 seconds!

I've corrected that for you.

 

[pirate]

I just knew someone would pick up on that!

 

[Pegasus]

The hole punches are not that slow, once you get used to them...but then I've got nothing but time, so it doesn't really matter to me that I take a whole minute to punch a 20mm hole! Also, no need to deburr afterwards, and the surrounding paint doesn't get any damage. I do run my Noga round the hole anyway...that's another 15 seconds!

which hole puncher do you use?

 

[pirate]

Q-Max is my solution

Metric Hole Punches | Cromwell Tools

Cromwell Tools - Experts in Hand Tools, Power Tools, Cutting Tools and PPE

www.cromwell.co.uk

 

[RDB85]

Thanks for all the suggestions lads. I will give that Dart set a try. It seems good value for money.

 

[nicebutdim]

Cheaper (including delivery) is this electricians set from Starrett. Fewer cutters, but all the main sizes you need, with two arbors. If you want to wait a few days, it might come at a bargain price (or might go for more).

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[RDB85]

Cheaper (including delivery) is this electricians set from Starrett. Fewer cutters, but all the main sizes you need, with two arbors. If you want to wait a few days, it might come at a bargain price (or might go for more).

Starrett KFC06022 Electricians Fast Cut Holesaw Kit 8 pc for sale online | eBay

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That’s a good find. These are the dart ones:

DART Premium Holesaw Kit 11 Piece

Buy DART Premium Holesaw Kit 11 Piece direct from Buildworld. Bargain Prices. Precision set teeth for aggressive material penetration and swarf clearance. 100% Original Product.

www.buildworld.co.uk

 

[BOB the spark]

I’m looking to start from scratch. I did look at Armeg but they are so expensive. I’ve a voucher to use so I can get them half price. They do an electrical set.

wow where did you get a 50% off voucher i wouldnt mind one

 

[RDB85]

wow where did you get a 50% off voucher i wouldnt mind one

It’s expired now.