Sutton D613 5.5mm x 160mm SDS Masonry Drill Bit

The Sutton D613 is a 5.5mm two cutter SDS masonry drill bit with a 160mm working length. Sutton rates it as professional quality and states it drills 30% faster than conventional SDS drills. The 5.5mm size is a useful middle step for masonry fixings where a 5mm hole is too tight and a 6mm is too loose, covering concrete, brick, aerated concrete, stone and granite.

Key Features

• Professional quality, 30% faster than conventional SDS drills
• Patented destructor carbide tip with an aggressive Z shape self centering point
• Wavy cutting edges for superior destruction capacity
• Sand blasted finish, an environmentally friendly production method with zero heavy metals
• Combination spiral flute for controlled dust removal

Specifications

• Diameter: 5.5mm
• Working length: 160mm
• Series: D613
• Shank: SDS
• Cutters: 2
• Materials: concrete, brick, aerated concrete, stone and granite

Applications

• Drilling holes for 5.5mm anchors and wall plugs
• Fixing fixtures to brick and concrete
• Drilling aerated concrete and stone
• General masonry fixing work

What You Need To Complete The Job

Use this bit in an SDS hammer drill from the Power Tools range, and keep safety glasses on for the dust. For the metal side of the job, an hacksaw and a pair of leather rigger gloves round out the kit. The full range is under General Hand Tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this bit for tile and masonry?

Yes, with care. The self centering point starts clean on glazed tile; run without hammer until the glaze is broken, then switch on the hammer to drill into the substrate. The same bit then continues through brick or concrete behind the tile.

Why choose a 5.5mm masonry bit?

A 5.5mm masonry bit gives an exact hole for fixings that sit between the 5mm and 6mm sizes. It is the size to reach for when the wall plug or anchor calls for a 5.5mm drill.

What makes the destructor tip different?

The patented destructor tip has a Z shape self centering point and wavy cutting edges. Sutton states it gives superior destruction capacity, which helps the bit start clean and cut faster through hard masonry.

Can I use this for drilling into mortar?

Yes, mortar drills much faster than brick or concrete. The 160mm working length also lets you drill through mortar beds and into the block behind for a firm fixing.

How do I keep dust out of the drill?

The combination spiral flute pulls dust back out of the hole as you drill. Wear a dust mask and safety glasses, and on indoor work use a dust extractor attachment where possible.