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Ideal Industries 1-3/8" Bi-Metal Hole Saw with M42 High Speed Steel Construction
Professional cutting performance with premium cobalt-enhanced steel
The Ideal Industries 1-3/8" Bi-Metal Hole Saw delivers professional cutting performance with M42 high speed steel construction featuring 8% premium cobalt content. This precision-engineered hole saw combines advanced tooth geometry with diamond sides for efficient cutting and quick plug removal, making it ideal for electrical and construction applications requiring clean, accurate holes.
Professional Features & Benefits
- M42 High Speed Steel with 8% Premium Cobalt: Provides superior durability and extended cutting life in demanding applications
- 4/6 Variable Pitch Geometry with Unique Fleem Ground Teeth: Ensures smooth cutting action and reduced vibration for cleaner holes
- Diamond Sides Design: Enables quick and easy plug removal, reducing downtime and improving productivity
- 1-7/8" Depth of Cut: Accommodates standard wall thicknesses and material depths for versatile applications
- Rigid Solid Steel Back Plate: Provides stable cutting platform and prevents deflection during operation
- Cats Eye Openings on Back Plate: Facilitates easy plug removal and debris clearance during cutting operations
Technical Specifications
- Deparetment: Electrical
- Product Group: Adapters
- Product Subgroup: Modules & Adapters
Installation & Operation
- Mount the hole saw securely to a compatible arbor system with appropriate clearance for safe operation.
- Mark the cutting location and ensure the work surface is properly secured and supported.
- Begin cutting at low speed to establish the hole, then increase to optimal cutting speed for the material.
- Apply steady, consistent pressure while allowing the teeth to do the cutting work without forcing.
- Use the diamond sides and cats eye openings to remove the cut plug efficiently after completion.
- Clean the hole saw after use and store properly to maintain cutting performance and extend tool life.
Professional Applications
- Electrical installations and conduit routing
- HVAC ductwork and ventilation systems
- Plumbing and pipe installations
- General construction and remodeling projects
- Cabinet and furniture manufacturing
- Maintenance and repair operations
- Professional contractor and tradesman use
Why Choose Ideal Industries Quality?
Ideal Industries delivers reliable cutting tools engineered for professional performance. The M42 high speed steel construction with premium cobalt content ensures long-lasting durability, while the advanced tooth geometry and diamond sides design provide efficient cutting and easy plug removal for enhanced productivity in demanding applications.
Manufacturer Resources
Spec Sheet
Product Specs
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Hole Saws & Bits
- Product Type:
- Hole Saw
- Product Group:
- Power Tools & Accessories
Ideal Industries 36-520 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What diameters does the IDEAL bi-metal hole saw come in?
The IDEAL Industries bi-metal hole saw is offered in ten sizes stepping up by a sixteenth: 1-1/8, 1-3/16, 1-1/4, 1-5/16, 1-3/8, 1-7/16, 1-1/2, 1-9/16, 1-5/8 and 1-11/16 inch. The part numbers run in sequence, 36-520 through 36-529, so 1-1/4 inch is 36-522 and 1-1/2 inch is 36-526. That sixteenth-inch spacing is what lets you dial in a conduit or connector hole instead of settling for the next size up.
2) Does an arbor come with the IDEAL 36-5xx hole saw?
No arbor is included. Each 36-5xx hole saw is the cup only, and it mounts to a compatible arbor system, so order the arbor and pilot bit separately if you don't already have one on the truck.
3) Will this hole saw cut metal, or is it only for wood and drywall?
It is built for metal as well. The cup is M42 high speed steel with 8 percent cobalt and a 4/6 variable pitch tooth pattern, which is the bi-metal configuration used for steel studs, enclosure and panel knockouts, and sheet metal, and it handles wood and plastics too. Run it slow to start the kerf, then bring speed up and let the teeth cut rather than leaning on it.
4) Is the back plate rigid enough to keep the saw from wandering?
The back plate is solid steel and rigid, which keeps the cup from deflecting under load, and the fleem ground teeth on a 4/6 variable pitch reduce chatter as the saw enters. Start the cut at low speed to establish the kerf before coming up to working speed.
5) Can I standardize on one hole saw line across electrical, HVAC and plumbing crews?
That is what this range is for. The same M42 cobalt cup covers electrical and conduit routing, HVAC duct and ventilation work, plumbing and pipe penetrations, general construction and remodel, and cabinet work, and the ten sizes share a single arbor system. For a shop buying in bulk, the sequential 36-520 to 36-529 numbering makes restocking by size straightforward.
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Does the Ideal Industries 36-520 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Ideal Industries 36-520 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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