Greenlee 50122436 Self-Feeding Spade Bit, 3/8" x 6-1/4"
The Greenlee 50122436 is a self-feeding spade bit engineered for fast, clean boring through hardwood, softwood, plywood, and drywall. This bit features a 3/8" (9.500 MM) bit diameter and an overall length of 6-1/4" (158.800 MM), making it well suited for reaching through standard framing and wall assemblies during electrical and general trade rough-in work. Built with a 1/4" (6.400 MM) hexagonal shank for secure, slip-resistant engagement in impact drivers and drills, this spade bit is a practical addition to any electrician or contractor's drilling kit. Whether you're running new circuits through wood studs, boring plywood subfloors, or making drywall penetrations for cable and conduit, the 50122436 delivers consistent hole sizing and dependable feed performance job after job.
Key Features
- Bit Diameter: 3/8 IN (9.500 MM) for precise, consistent hole sizing.
- Overall Length: 6-1/4 IN (158.800 MM) provides reach through standard studs and wall cavities.
- Self-Feeding Design: The self-feeding tip pulls the bit into material for faster boring with less pressure required from the operator.
- Shank Type: 1/4 IN (6.400 MM) hexagonal shank ensures a secure fit and reduces slippage in drill chucks and impact drivers.
- Application Versatility: Designed for boring hardwood, softwood, plywood, and drywall, making it suitable for a wide range of jobsite materials.
- Compact Footprint: Product dimensions of 8.800 IN length, 3.000 IN width, and 0.100 IN height keep the bit manageable for job box storage and transport.
- Volume: 2.64 CI, reflecting the bit's compact, low-profile form factor for storage in a job box or tool bag.
Technical Specifications
- Application: For Bore Hardwood, Softwood, Plywood And Drywall
- Bit Diameter: 3/8 IN (9.500 MM)
- Overall Length: 6-1/4 IN (158.800 MM)
- Product Height: 0.100 IN
- Product Length: 8.800 IN
- Product Type: Self Feeding
- Product Width: 3.000 IN
- Shank Size: 1/4 IN (6.400 MM)
- Shank Type: Hexagonal
- Volume: 2.64 CI
- Country Of Origin: CN
Typical Applications
- Electrical Rough-In Wiring Through Wood Framing
- Boring Holes in Hardwood and Softwood Studs
- Plywood Panel Drilling
- Drywall Penetrations for Cable and Conduit Runs
- General Construction and Remodeling Projects
Why Greenlee?
Greenlee builds tools that electrical professionals depend on for daily jobsite performance. The 50122436 self-feeding spade bit combines a precise 3/8" bit diameter, a durable hexagonal shank, and a self-feeding tip to deliver reliable, efficient boring across hardwood, softwood, plywood, and drywall. Choose Greenlee for consistent, dependable drilling performance backed by trade-proven design that stands up to daily use on electrical and construction jobsites.
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Product Specs
- Application:
- For Bore Hardwood, Softwood, Plywood And Drywall
- Bit Diameter:
- 3/8 IN (9.500 MM)
- Country Of Origin:
- CN
- Overall Length:
- 6-1/4 IN (158.800 MM)
- Product Height:
- 0.100 IN
- Product Length:
- 8.800 IN
- Product Type:
- Self Feeding
- Product Width:
- 3.000 IN
- Shank Size:
- 1/4 IN (6.400 MM)
- Shank Type:
- Hexagonal
- Volume:
- 2.6400000000000006 CI
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Hole Saws & Bits