A full-length profile shot of the Diablo SPEEDemon bit showing the narrow red paddle head designed for smaller diameter holes and the integrated 1/4-inch hex shank compatible with impact drivers.
The front-facing retail card for a Diablo SPEEDemon spade bit. Technical icons on the card communicate features such as "More Holes Per Charge" and the "Impact Strong" rating for high-torque applications.
A close-up view of the Diablo SPEED-TIP making contact with a wooden surface. The threaded tip is shown centered on a hole, illustrating how the bit self-feeds into the material to reduce user fatigue.
A full-length profile shot of the Diablo SPEEDemon bit showing the narrow red paddle head designed for smaller diameter holes and the integrated 1/4-inch hex shank compatible with impact drivers.
The front-facing retail card for a Diablo SPEEDemon spade bit. Technical icons on the card communicate features such as "More Holes Per Charge" and the "Impact Strong" rating for high-torque applications.
A close-up view of the Diablo SPEED-TIP making contact with a wooden surface. The threaded tip is shown centered on a hole, illustrating how the bit self-feeds into the material to reduce user fatigue.
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Diablo Spade Bit DSP2030 3/8 x 6 Inch SPEEDemon (1/4 Hex Shank SPEED TIP Self Feed Curved Paddle Timber Electrical Cable Rough In Wood Boring)

Only 2 left
SKU: DSP2030
$3.99 USD

Description

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Diablo DSP2030 3/8-Inch x 6-Inch SPEEDemon Self-Feeding Spade Bit

The Diablo DSP2030 is a 3/8-inch diameter by 6-inch overall length spade drill bit engineered with a self-feeding SPEED-TIP thread point and an Impact Strong 1/4-inch hex shank for rapid wood boring. Built with an optimized curved paddle geometry that accelerates chip evacuation to extend battery runtime on cordless tools, this high-efficiency wood bit pulls itself through dimensional lumber with minimal operator force. Designed for electricians, plumbers, and framing contractors routing electrical cables and low-voltage wiring through wall studs and floor joists, its angled cutting spurs score wood fibers prior to main paddle engagement to prevent entry splinters and exit blowout.

Best Used For:

  • Electrical Cable & Low-Voltage Wiring Rough-In: Boring fast, clean 3/8-inch holes through wooden wall studs and ceiling joists for non-metallic cable routing.
  • Small Hardware & Fastener Hole Drilling: Penetrating floor framing and timber plates to clear lag bolts, threaded rods, and hardware pins.
  • Structural Framing & Construction Boring: Drilling clean holes through softwoods, hardwoods, plywood, and OSB subfloor panels without stalling high-torque impact drivers.

Key Performance & Safety Features

  • SPEED-TIP Self-Feeding Thread Point: Self-pulling threaded lead screw draws the bit effortlessly through timber to reduce user fatigue.
  • Curved Evacuation Paddle Geometry: Curved paddle profile ejects wood shavings rapidly to eliminate hole clogging and reduce friction heat.
  • Impact Strong Hex Shank Base: Reinforced 1/4-inch hex shank absorbs high torque pulses in impact drivers without snapping or slipping.
  • Angled Scoring Cutters: Precision-ground side spurs score timber surface fibers prior to material removal to ensure clean, blowout-free holes.
  • Cordless Battery Efficiency: Low-friction cutting profile lowers drill motor draw to yield more holes per battery charge cycle.
  • Dual Rotary & Impact Driver Compatibility: Performs with maximum stability in both standard 3/8-inch drill chucks and 1/4-inch hex quick-change impact drivers.

What's Included

  • (1) Diablo 3/8" x 6" SPEEDemon™ Self-Feeding Spade Bit (DSP2030)

Technical Specifications

Brand Manufacturer Diablo Tools® (Freud)
Model Part Number OEM SKU DSP2030
Bit Cutting Diameter Size 3/8 inches (0.375 in / 9.525 mm)
Overall Tool Length Dimension 6 inches (6.0 in / 152.4 mm)
Shank Base Connection Type 1/4 inch Hex Shank (6.35 mm)
Shank Mechanical Rating Impact Strong™ Rated
Lead Tip Thread Geometry SPEED-TIP™ Self-Feed Threaded Screw
Blade Paddle Architecture Optimized High-Speed Curved Paddle
Tool Drive Mode Compatibility Rotary Drill or High-Torque Impact Driver
Target Primary Substrates Softwood, Hardwood, Plywood, OSB Timber
Total Package Piece Quantity 1 Spade Bit

Pro-Tip: Allow the self-feeding threaded SPEED-TIP to pull the spade bit through structural wood framing naturally without applying excessive forward pushing force to preserve tip threads and prevent motor strain.