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Product Specs
- Division:
- Electrical H1
- Pack Type:
- Pouch
- Product Group:
- Fasteners
- Sub Division:
- Electrical-E H2
- Department:
- Electrical
- Product Subgroup:
- Screws
Metallics AS138 – Frequently Asked Questions
1) What size hole does the Metallics AS138 ship auger bore?
The AS138 ship auger cuts a 1-3/8 inch diameter hole. That is a common size for pulling bundled NM cable or flexible conduit through wood framing members.
2) Will the AS138 auger bit fit a standard cordless impact driver?
It has a hex shank, so it drops into a 1/4 inch hex quick-change chuck on an impact driver or drill/driver as well as into a keyed or keyless three-jaw chuck. No adapter needed for hex-drive tools.
3) How deep can I drill with the Metallics 1-3/8 inch ship auger?
The bit is 8 inches overall, so usable boring depth is less than that once the shank is seated in the chuck. It will pass through a doubled 2x stud wall or a single joist easily, but for drilling through deep built-up beams or several stacked members you want a longer auger or a bit extension.
4) Is a ship auger the right bit for running cable through studs and joists, or should I use a spade bit?
A ship auger like the AS138 is the one to use when you are boring through framing repeatedly or through nail-bearing lumber. The single-flute spiral pulls chips back out of the hole so it clears itself in deep cuts, which a flat spade bit will not do. Spade bits are cheaper and fine for shallow, occasional holes in clean softwood; for a full rough-in of 1-3/8 inch bores, the auger is faster and tracks straighter.
5) What part number do I order for the Metallics 1-3/8 inch, 8 inch ship auger?
Order Metallics AS138. That single part number covers the 1-3/8 inch diameter, 8 inch hex shank ship auger; there is no separate finish or shank option to specify.
6) How many bits come in a Metallics AS138 order?
One bit per pouch. The AS138 is sold as a single piece in a pouch, not as a multi-size auger set, so order one per crew member or per truck if you want spares on the job.
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Does the Metallics AS138 come with a warranty?
Absolutely. The Metallics AS138 is backed by a manufacturer’s warranty.
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