Milwaukee 48-13-0870 7/8" x 6-1/2" Wood Boring Auger Bit

Milwaukee 48-13-0870 7/8" x 6-1/2" Wood Boring Auger Bit

The Milwaukee 48-13-0870 is a 7/8" diameter wood boring auger bit with an overall length of 6-1/2", engineered to bore clean, straight holes through wood framing members on the job site. This auger bit is sized for electricians, contractors, and remodelers who need to run wire, cable, or small conduit through studs, joists, sills, and other wood framing during rough-in work. The 7/8" cutting diameter is well suited for standard wire and cable pass-through applications, while the 6-1/2" overall length allows the bit to reach through typical dimensional lumber without requiring an extension. Backed by the Milwaukee name, this auger bit is built for use with drills and drivers commonly found on residential and light commercial electrical job sites.

Key Features

• Trade Size: 7/8" diameter sized for wire, cable, and small-conduit pass-through holes in wood framing.
• Overall Length: 6-1/2" length for reaching through standard wood studs, joists, and other framing members.
• Auger Bit Design: Auger-style bit configuration designed for efficient boring and chip clearing when drilling through wood.
• Precision Boring: Sized for creating accurate 7/8" holes for consistent wire and cable routing through framing.
• Job-Site Ready: Compatible with standard drills and drivers used by electricians and contractors for rough-in work.
• Milwaukee Brand: Manufactured by Milwaukee, a trusted name in professional-grade tools and accessories for the trades.

Technical Specifications

• Refer to manufacturer documentation for complete technical specifications.

Typical Applications

• Electrical Rough-In Wiring Installations
• Drilling Holes Through Wood Studs and Joists
• Cable and Wire Pass-Through Boring in Framing
• New Construction and Remodel Framing Work
• Low-Voltage and Plumbing Cable Run Preparation
• Residential and Light Commercial Job Sites

Why Milwaukee?

Milwaukee is a trusted brand among professional electricians and contractors who rely on durable, job-site-ready tools and accessories to get work done efficiently. The 48-13-0870 auger bit is designed to deliver dependable boring performance through wood framing, helping tradespeople complete wiring and rough-in tasks with fewer bit changes and less downtime. Milwaukee accessories are engineered to complement Milwaukee power tool systems, giving trade professionals a dependable option for wood boring tasks on the job site. When you choose Milwaukee, you're choosing accessories built to keep pace with the demands of professional electrical and construction work.