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Thread: Recommendations for a drill bit set for use with stainless steel

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    Recommendations for a drill bit set for use with stainless steel

    Last week I posted a question about a table I am building out of wood and stainless steel tubing. Well, I need to drill through the stainless tubing which is about 1/8 inch thick. I marked my holes and started drilling and I barely made a dent in the material. I have not in the past purchased high quality drill bits and tend to abuse them. I figure that my bits are just dull but I wanted to check to see what the best type/brand of drill bit would be best.

    Thanks
    Jason

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    I recommend a Cobalt 135 degree split-point. They last longer...and don't walk as much. Pilot holes also help.
    Glenn Clabo
    Michigan

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    Thanks!

    Thanks Glenn, I start looking for those.

    Thanks,
    Jason

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