IRWIN WeldTec 7/8" x 17" Ship Auger Drill Bit Quick Change Shank Fully Forged for Heavy Duty Rough Framing and Nail Embedded Wood
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Unbreakable Power: The IRWIN WeldTec Ship Auger Bit for Nail-Embedded Wood
The IRWIN Ship Auger bit with WeldTec™ technology is the ultimate solution for professional electricians, plumbers, and framers who bore through rough and nail-embedded wood. Made stronger and designed to last longer than standard ship augers, this 7/8 inch by 17 inch bit features a revolutionary welded cutting edge that maintains its sharpness and structural integrity even when cutting through tough materials. The WeldTec cutting edge provides up to twice the nail-cutting life of conventional ship augers, dramatically reducing replacement costs and jobsite downtime.
Engineered for maximum performance, this bit features an aggressive screw pitch for faster drilling speeds and wide, fully-forged flutes that ensure maximum chip removal with less binding, even in deep-hole applications. The fully-forged body provides maximum durability and strength through the entire length of the bit. Furthermore, the 7/16 inch Quick-Change Impact shank allows for rapid attachment and secure, non-slip use in both standard drill chucks and modern impact drivers, offering incredible versatility on any heavy-duty jobsite.
Key Features
- WeldTec™ Cutting Edge: Features a welded tip designed to cut easily through tough, nail-embedded wood with up to 2X the life of standard augers.
- Aggressive Screw Pitch: Facilitates faster drilling speeds and quick pull-through in thick materials.
- Fully-Forged Construction: Provides maximum structural durability and increased rigidity across the entire 17-inch length.
- Quick-Change Impact Shank: 7/16 inch shank is compatible with standard chucks and quick-change impact drivers for versatile use.
- Wide Flutes: Single, wide flute design ensures maximum chip and debris removal, minimizing binding in deep holes.
- Heavy-Duty Application: Specifically designed for fast, clean woodboring and rough-in work where nails are present.
What's Included
- (1) IRWIN WeldTec 7/8" x 17" Ship Auger Drill Bit (Model 3043011)
Specifications
| Model Number | 3043011 |
| Technology | WeldTec™ (Welded Cutting Edge) |
| Diameter | 7/8 Inch |
| Overall Length (OAL) | 17 Inches |
| Flute Length | 12 Inches |
| Shank Diameter | 7/16 Inch |
| Shank Type | Quick-Change Impact |
| Construction | Fully-Forged Body |
| Material | HSS (High Speed Steel) |
| Flute Count | 1 |
| Applicable Materials | Nail-Embedded Wood, Rough Lumber |
| Cutting Direction | Right Hand |
Pro Tip: When drilling through known areas of nail-embedded wood, use a high-torque, low-speed setting on your drill. This minimizes the risk of kickback and allows the WeldTec tip to grind through the metal efficiently, maximizing the bit's lifetime and ensuring safer operation.