Sutton D501 13mm Spade Bit

The Sutton D501 is a 13mm 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 13mm size is a handy everyday diameter for cable runs and general 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: 13mm
• Model: D501
• Brand: Sutton Tools
• Shank: heavy duty
• Application: timber and light building materials
• Cutting design: power chip breaker

Applications

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

What You Need To Complete The Job

A 13mm bit is easy to drive in a standard drill. When you need extra reach, fit a D502 spade bit extension, and for a full range the D501 3 piece set is the match. For concrete or brick, use an SDS masonry drill instead. More cutting gear is under Carpentry Tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 13mm spade bit used for?

A 13mm spade bit is a general purpose wood drilling size, used for cable and conduit runs through timber, holes in studs and framing, and everyday carpentry. It sits between the small pilot sizes and the big 20mm plus holes.

Can I use a spade bit in a drill press?

Yes. A spade bit runs well in a drill press at a moderate speed, and the power chip breaker clears the waste cleanly. In a press, set the depth stop and feed the bit steadily for a straight, clean hole.

Why do spade bits need a chip breaker?

Spade bits cut fast and make a lot of waste. The chip breaker breaks that waste into smaller pieces so it clears the hole instead of jamming the edge, which is what lets the bit keep cutting at speed without overheating.

How do I get a clean hole on the back face?

Feed steadily and ease off as the point breaks through. Backing the work with a scrap piece stops the far side tearing out, and the D501 design cuts with minimal break out on exit.

Can this bit be resharpened?

Yes. A spade bit can be resharpened on a bench grinder or with a file, keeping the point and the cutting edges square. Once the bit is badly worn or chipped, replacement is the simpler option, but a light touch up keeps a good bit cutting cleanly for a long time.