Sutton D501 10mm Spade Bit

The Sutton D501 is a 10mm spade bit built for fast, clean holes in timber and light building materials. Sutton states the range drills up to 5 times faster than standard spade bits, with a power chip breaker and a heavy duty shank that clear the waste quickly and keep the bit running true. The 10mm size is the light end of the range, a handy diameter for small cable runs and finer carpentry holes.

Key Features

• Up to 5 times faster than standard spade bits
• Power chip breaker clears waste for clean cutting
• Heavy duty shank for a firm grip in the chuck
• Increases efficiency and battery life of your power tool
• Clean cutting with minimal break out on exit
• Designed for timber and light building materials

Specifications

• Diameter: 10mm
• Model: D501
• Brand: Sutton Tools
• Shank: heavy duty
• Application: timber and light building materials
• Cutting design: power chip breaker

Applications

• Running light cable through timber
• Drilling holes in studs and framing
• Fine carpentry and joinery holes
• Light building material work

What You Need To Complete The Job

A 10mm bit is one of the easiest spade bits to drive, suited to a standard drill. For extra reach, fit a D502 spade bit extension, and for a full range the D501 3 piece set is the match. For masonry, use an SDS masonry drill instead. More cutting gear is under Carpentry Tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 10mm spade bit used for?

A 10mm spade bit is a light general purpose wood drilling size, used for running smaller cable through timber, holes in studs and finer joinery work. It is a good size when a 12mm or larger hole is more than the job needs.

Can I use a spade bit for fine joinery holes?

Yes. A 10mm bit drills clean holes in timber for dowels, fittings and light hardware, and the point pulls it straight through the work. For a very fine finish, feed steadily and let the chip breaker clear the waste.

Will this bit work in a cordless drill?

Yes. At 10mm the bit is light to drive, so it runs easily in a standard cordless drill, and Sutton lists the D501 as increasing efficiency and battery life. It is a good everyday bit for a cordless drill on site.

Why does Sutton make spade bits with a chip breaker?

Spade bits cut fast and produce a lot of waste. The chip breaker breaks the waste into small pieces so it clears the hole instead of jamming the edge, which is what keeps the bit cutting at speed without dragging.