Studio view of the blue recessed lighting hole saw featuring deep gullets, Daredevil branding, and a closed back design.
Front view of the retail blister pack containing the 4-3/8 inch hole saw with text highlighting 5x faster speed and carbide teeth.
Action shot of a worker on a ladder using the hole saw attached to a cordless drill to cut a circular opening in a ceiling.
Studio view of the blue recessed lighting hole saw featuring deep gullets, Daredevil branding, and a closed back design.
Studio view of the blue recessed lighting hole saw featuring deep gullets, Daredevil branding, and a closed back design.
Front view of the retail blister pack containing the 4-3/8 inch hole saw with text highlighting 5x faster speed and carbide teeth.
Action shot of a worker on a ladder using the hole saw attached to a cordless drill to cut a circular opening in a ceiling.
Studio view of the blue recessed lighting hole saw featuring deep gullets, Daredevil branding, and a closed back design.
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Bosch Recessed Lighting Hole Saw HMD436RL 4-3/8 Inch Carbide Tipped Ceiling Cutter Drill Bit Pack For Drywall Plaster Fixture Installation

In stock
SKU: HMD436RL
$26.95 USD

Description

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Carbide Tipped Recessed Lighting Hole Saw for Clean Drywall and Plaster Installation

The Bosch HMD436RL Daredevil Recessed Lighting Hole Saw is a 4-3/8 inch carbide-tipped cutter engineered to drill clean, debris-free circular openings for 4-inch recessed housing fixtures. This high-performance hole saw features premium carbide teeth designed to endure abrasive construction substrates like plaster, drywall, and lath without dulling, unlike standard bi-metal configurations. A closed-back design and deep gullets prevent dust accumulation, thermal buildup, and binding, while the 1-1/4 inch cup depth permits single-pass drilling through thick double-drywall ceiling stacks. It features a 1/4 inch hex shank configurations that provides full compatibility with standard pilot bits and quick-change arbors.

Best Used For:

  • Recessed Fixture Mounting: Boring exact 4-3/8 inch holes for standard 4-inch recessed lighting housings in new construction and remodeling.
  • Abrasive Ceiling Alterations: Penetrating modern acoustic ceiling tiles, fire-rated drywall, and traditional plaster finishes without tooth degradation.
  • Electrical Remodeling Work: Creating clean wire access paths and electrical box openings through thick structural drywall overhead stacks.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • Premium Carbide Teeth: Engineered specifically to machine through harsh, abrasive construction components without structural tooth breakdown.
  • Fixture Optimized Sizing: Fixed 4-3/8 inch diameter provides standard structural clearance dimensions for common 4-inch canister lighting frames.
  • Deep Cup Design: Built with a 1-1/4 inch working clearance depth to pass through dual-layer drywall or thick plaster lath arrays.
  • Efficient Debris Management: Engineered closed-back frame and deep gullets force abrasive powder away from the path of travel to keep operational speeds consistent.
  • Hex Shank Drive: Fitted with a standard 1/4 inch hex shank layout that fits securely into quick-change drill chucks and pilot arbors.

What's Included

  • (1) 4-3/8 In. Daredevil Recessed Lighting Hole Saw
  • (1) Pilot Bit (1/4 In. Hex Shank)

Technical Specifications

Brand Bosch
Model Number HMD436RL
Trade Name Daredevil
Diameter 4-3/8 in.
Cutting Depth 1-1/4 in.
Overall Length 4 in.
Material Carbide Tipped
Arbor Size 1/4 in. Hex
Primary Application Recessed Lighting, Drywall, Plaster
Package Quantity 1

Pro-Tip: When boring overhead holes through abrasive drywall or traditional plaster, run the drill at a steady, moderate speed. High speeds can cause excessive dust binding, whereas controlled rotation allows the deep carbide gullets to optimally evacuate powder downwards.