Ideal Industries 36-626 18x7/8 Auger Bit for Electrical Work

Ideal Industries 36-626 18x7/8 Auger Bit for Electrical Work

The Ideal Industries 36-626 is an 18x7/8 auger bit designed for electricians and contractors who need to bore long, straight holes through wood framing members for running conduit, cable, and wiring. Measuring 18 inches in overall length with a 7/8" boring diameter, this auger bit is sized to create clean pilot paths through studs and joists during rough-in electrical installations. As part of the Ideal Industries line of professional electrical tools, the 36-626 auger bit is built to withstand the demands of repeated use on job sites where fast, accurate hole boring through framing lumber is essential to keeping a project on schedule.

Key Features

• Bit Length: 18 inches, providing the reach needed to bore through thick framing members and deep wall cavities in a single pass.
• Boring Diameter: 7/8" cutting diameter sized for common electrical conduit and cable-pulling clearance requirements.
• Auger-Style Design: Spiral auger flute design self-feeds through wood, reducing operator effort while boring long runs for wiring installation.
• Professional-Grade Application: Intended for electrical rough-in work where long, straight holes through studs and joists are required for conduit and cable routing.
• Ideal Industries Quality: Manufactured by Ideal Industries, a trusted supplier of tools and accessories for the electrical trade.

Technical Specifications

• Bit Length: 18"
• Boring Diameter: 7/8"
• Bit Type: Auger Bit
• Model: IDL36-626

Typical Applications

• Boring Holes for Conduit and Cable Routing Through Wood Framing
• Residential and Commercial Electrical Rough-In
• New Construction Wiring Installation
• Electrical Contractor and Maintenance Work

Why Ideal Industries?

Ideal Industries is a recognized name in tools and accessories built for the electrical trade, and the 36-626 auger bit reflects that focus with a sizing designed specifically for the boring needs of electricians running conduit and cable through wood framing. Choosing the correct bit length and diameter helps ensure clean, straight bores and efficient cable pulls on the job site.