Sutton D501 19mm Spade Bit

The Sutton D501 is a 19mm 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 19mm size is a handy everyday diameter for cable runs and general carpentry holes, and the smallest size that the D502 extension shanks are made to suit.

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: 19mm
• 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 19mm bit is easy to drive in 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 concrete or brick, use an SDS masonry drill instead. More cutting gear is under Carpentry Tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 19mm spade bit used for?

A 19mm 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 is the smallest size that the D502 extension is built to suit, so it is a common bit to run on a long shank.

Why does Sutton rate the range 5 times faster?

The combination of the power chip breaker and the heavy duty shank clears waste fast and keeps the bit cutting true, which removes the drag that slows a standard spade bit. That is where the up to 5 times faster claim comes from.

Can I use this bit in a cordless drill?

Yes. Sutton lists the D501 as increasing the efficiency and battery life of your power tool, so it is a good match for a cordless drill. Use a drill with decent torque and feed the bit steadily through the timber.

How do I avoid burning the wood on deep holes?

Back the bit out part way on deep holes to clear the sawdust, and let the chip breaker do its job. A steady feed with the drill running at speed keeps the cut cool, so the wood does not burn and the bit stays sharp.