Crescent Solid Auger Drill Bit CDAG-7531 9/16 Inch 7-1/2 Inch (1/4 Hex Shank Triple Sharpened HSS 10X Fast Wood Boring Timber Framing)
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Crescent CDAG-7531 7-1/2-Inch Solid Auger Drill Bit 9/16-Inch Diameter
The Crescent CDAG-7531 is a 9/16-inch diameter by 7-1/2-inch overall length solid auger wood-boring drill bit engineered with a 1/4-inch quick-release hex shank for structural lumber drilling up to 6 inches deep. Built with triple-sharpened high-speed steel (HSS) cutting edges that penetrate timber up to 10 times faster than conventional auger bits, this impact-rated boring tool delivers 40 percent more cuts per cordless battery charge. Featuring an optimized 2-flute core geometry designed to evacuate wood chips rapidly without binding, its precision-machined lead tip prevents bit walking to give timber framers, electricians, and carpenters clean, straight penetrations through thick wood beams.
Best Used For:
- Electrical Rough-In Wire Running: Boring precise 9/16-inch pass-through holes through 2x4 and 2x6 wood studs to pull non-metallic building wire and conduit.
- Structural Timber Framing & Deck Post Drilling: Sinking clean 6-inch deep holes through structural posts, joists, and pressure-treated lumber for carriage bolt alignment.
- Plumbing Line & Cabinetry Passage Hole Cutting: Drilling smooth wood penetrations through flooring underlayment, subfloors, and wood framing without splintering exit faces.
Key Performance & Safety Features
- Triple-Sharpened HSS Cutting Edges: Precision-milled high-speed steel edges cut wood fibers rapidly to achieve 10X faster drilling performance.
- 40% Extended Battery Runtime Flutes: Low-friction tip geometry lowers motor current draw to deliver more holes per cordless drill battery charge.
- High-Speed 2-Flute Chip Evacuation: Deep dual-flute channels clear wood shavings quickly to prevent clogging, thermal buildup, and bit binding.
- Universal 1/4-Inch Quick-Release Hex Shank: Impact-rated hex base fits securely into 1/4-inch impact driver chucks and quick-change drill adapters.
- Precision-Machined Tracking Lead Tip: Center spur establishes immediate wood grip to prevent bit walking on angled or smooth lumber surfaces.
- Heavy-Duty Solid Core Construction: Forged high-speed steel body resists torsional bending during deep drilling through dense hardwoods and knots.
What's Included
- (1) Crescent 7-1/2" x 9/16" Solid Auger Drill Bit (CDAG-7531)
- (1) Protective 2-Piece Corkscrew Storage Tube
Technical Specifications
| Brand Manufacturer | Crescent® Tools |
| Model Part Number OEM SKU | CDAG-7531 |
| Drill Bit Type Configuration | Solid Core Wood Auger Bit |
| Cutting Diameter Width | 9/16 inches (0.56 in / 14-22/100 mm) |
| Overall Tool Length Dimension | 7-1/2 inches (7.5 in / 190-5/10 mm) |
| Maximum Usable Drilling Depth | 6 inches (152-4/10 mm) |
| Shank Type Connection | 1/4 inch Quick-Release Hex Shank (6.35 mm) |
| Impact Driver Rating Standard | Yes (Impact Rated Performance) |
| Flute Geometry Architecture | Deep 2-Flute Structure |
| Relative Drilling Speed Rating | 10X Faster vs Standard Auger Bits |
| Target Primary Material | Hardwood, Softwood, Pressure-Treated Lumber |
| Universal Product Code UPC | 697099367918 |
Pro-Tip: Maintain high rotational RPM and let the lead tip pull the bit naturally into the wood; avoiding excessive manual pushing pressure ensures smooth chip ejection and prevents bit binding in deep 6-inch holes.
