Tungsten Carbide Forstner Bits Ⅳ

In last part we know that tungsten carbide Forstner bits are guided by outside rim instead of the center spur, use cutting edges to shear wood and radial sides to smooth the hole and finally create a flat bottom hole. In this part we explain where and when to use a Forstner bit.

Today, the tungsten carbide Forstner bits are more commonly used by furniture makers and home builders. Big projects like these often require a drill that can quickly move through multiple pieces, join different types of wood, and cut through multiple surfaces. The tungsten carbide Forstner bit fits that bill for many carpenters.

They are available in a wide array of diameters, typically ranging from 0.25 to over 3 inches (6 to 75 mm), and they are often sold in sets that come with an array of sizes. Even bits with very small diameters are often able to bore through deep, thick wood at most angles. Their unique shape makes them very efficient at removing a lot of material, known as “hogging,” in a short amount of time. They’re also really useful for making precise holes for hinges and other moving parts.

(To be continued. This article is divided into several parts. Here is part 4. For part 3 please refer to http://news.chinatungsten.com/en/tungsten-information/80736-ti-10468; for part 5 please refer to http://news.chinatungsten.com/en/tungsten-information/80738-ti-10466)