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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.
Manufacturer Resources
Product Specs
- list_batch:
- IDL-20260924
- Product Type:
- Auger Bit
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Hole Saws & Bits
- Product Group:
- Power Tools & Accessories
Ideal Industries IDL36-626 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What size hole does the Ideal 36-626 auger bit drill, and how deep can it reach?
The 36-626 bores a 7/8 inch diameter hole and is 18 inches long overall, so it reaches through stacked framing members and deep wall cavities in one pass rather than requiring a bit extension.
2) Is a 7/8 inch bore big enough for the cable I'm pulling through studs?
A 7/8 inch hole is the common electrical rough-in size for conduit and cable-pulling clearance, which is exactly what the 36-626 is sized for. If you are stacking several cables or pulling a larger raceway and need more clearance, step up to a wider auger; this one is fixed at 7/8 inch.
3) Will an 18 inch auger bit let me drill through a stud bay without moving the drill?
That is the point of the length. At 18 inches overall, the 36-626 spans a wall cavity and reaches the far framing member from one position, which is how electricians bore a straight run of holes down a wall for a cable pull. Usable boring depth is less than the full 18 inches because the shank has to stay in the chuck.
4) Is the Ideal 36-626 a self-feeding auger or do I have to push it?
It is a spiral auger flute design that self-feeds into wood, so the screw point pulls the bit through the framing and you are mostly steering rather than leaning on the drill. That matters when you are boring dozens of holes in a rough-in day.
5) Can I use this auger bit on metal studs or masonry?
No. The 36-626 is a wood-boring auger intended for studs, joists, and framing lumber. For steel studs use a step bit or hole saw rated for metal, and for masonry use a carbide hammer-drill bit.
6) What part number do I order for the Ideal 18 inch by 7/8 inch auger bit?
Order Ideal Industries 36-626. That is the only model on the bit, an 18 inch length in 7/8 inch diameter.
7) Is this bit suitable for commercial rough-in or just residential?
Both. The 36-626 is used for residential and commercial electrical rough-in, new construction wiring, and maintenance work where conduit and cable have to be routed through wood framing.
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Absolutely. The Ideal Industries IDL36-626 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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