Sutton D613 8mm x 160mm SDS Masonry Drill Bit

The Sutton D613 is an 8mm two cutter SDS masonry drill bit with a 160mm working length, one of the most used sizes in the series. Sutton rates it as professional quality and states it drills 30% faster than conventional SDS drills. The 8mm size is the standard hole for many dynabolts and anchors in concrete, brick, aerated concrete, stone and granite, and the 160mm working length covers regular fixing depths with room to spare.

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: 8mm
• Working length: 160mm
• Series: D613
• Shank: SDS
• Cutters: 2
• Materials: concrete, brick, aerated concrete, stone and granite

Applications

• Drilling holes for 8mm dynabolts and anchors
• Fixing brackets, posts and fixtures to masonry
• Drilling aerated concrete and stone
• General building and fixing work

What You Need To Complete The Job

Match this bit to an SDS hammer drill from the Power Tools range, and keep safety glasses on for the dust. For steel work in the same job, an hacksaw and a set of leather rigger gloves round out the kit. The full range is under General Hand Tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this bit in a standard chuck drill?

No. The SDS shank needs an SDS hammer drill; it will not fit a standard chuck. Masonry holes also need hammer action, so use the bit in an SDS machine as intended for concrete, brick and stone work.

What is an 8mm masonry drill used for?

An 8mm SDS masonry bit is one of the most common fixing sizes, drilling the hole for 8mm dynabolts and anchors in concrete and brick. It is the size used for many brackets, posts and wall fixtures.

How fast does this bit cut through concrete?

Sutton rates the D613 as 30% faster than conventional SDS drills. In practice the destructor tip and flute design keep the bit cutting quickly with less pressure, so the work is noticeably quicker.

Can I drill through tile with an 8mm masonry bit?

Yes, with care. The self centering point starts clean on glazed tile; start without hammer action until the glaze is broken, then switch on hammer to drill into the substrate.

Is the 160mm working length right for wall plugs?

Yes, 160mm covers standard wall plug and anchor depths easily. It also lets you drill through render or plaster into the block behind in one pass.