Match the Correct Hole Saw to the Job

Hole saws from The L.S. Starrett Co. (Athol, MA) are engineered specifically for certain materials, power tools and jobs. Fast Cut Bi-Metal hole saws combine a new tooth material for enhanced heat and wear resistance with a new tooth design for smoother, faster cuts on a wide range of materials when compared to constant pitch saws. Specifically suited to cutting stainless and mild steel sheet, these saws will also cut through tubes with a wall thickness of up to 1/8 in (3 mm). Deep Cut Bi-Metal hole saws combine the tried and tested tooth form from the previous Dual Pitch saw, with a new tooth material for enhanced heat and wear resistance. The Deep Cut saw also features an increased hole saw depth of 2 in (51 mm) and is ideal for cutting metal of more than 3 mm thick, tubes with a wall thickness of greater than 3 mm and wood up to 2 in (51 mm) thick.

A new web-based Hole Saw PowerCalc program recommends the correct bi-metal, carbide tipped, diamond grit or arbored hole saw, operating speeds, and power tool or machine that is best suited for the application at hand. Input parameters include specifying the material to be cut, the hole diameter and thickness. Printable results display the hole saw item number with a link to the product, as well as a recommendation for the proper operating speeds and power tool or saw machine.

The L.S. Starrett Company, 121 Crescent Street, Athol, MA 01331, 978-249-3551, Fax: 978-249-8495, www.starrett.com.