Sutton H112 BD26 HSS Pilot Drill

The Sutton H112 BD26 is the pilot drill that runs in the centre of a holesaw arbor, sized at 6.35mm diameter and 105mm overall length. It is made from high speed steel and built to locate the saw on the mark and hold it there while the rim teeth cut. The longer 105mm length gives extra reach, and the sharpened split point tip starts cleanly and reduces wandering on contact with the work.

Key Features

• High speed steel construction for reliable drilling
• 6.35mm diameter with a 105mm overall length for reach
• Sharpened split point tip that reduces wandering
• Straight shank fits standard drill chucks and holesaw arbors
• Designed to fit arbors used with holesaws
• Suits metal, wood and plastic piloting

Specifications

• Model: H112 BD26
• Diameter: 6.35mm
• Overall length: 105mm
• Material: high speed steel (HSS)
• Tip: sharpened split point
• Shank: straight
• Pack: 1 piece

Applications

• Pilot drilling before holesaw engagement
• Locating holesaws on the centre mark
• Drilling in wood, mild steel, aluminium and plastics
• Electrical, plumbing and carpentry work

What You Need To Complete The Job

Fit the BD26 pilot into a Sutton quick fit arbor, then thread on a Sutton H125 holesaw and the assembly is ready for the drill. For masonry work, use an SDS masonry drill instead. The wider cutting range is under Carpentry Tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a pilot drill for?

The pilot drill sits in the centre of the holesaw arbor and makes the locating hole as the saw starts. It holds the saw on the mark and keeps it running true while the rim teeth cut the main hole. Without a sharp pilot, the saw wanders and cuts an oversized hole.

Which holesaws does the BD26 fit?

It is the 6.35mm pilot listed across the Sutton H125 and H127 holesaw range sold on this site, working with the quick fit arbor. The smaller BD24 pilot (6.35 x 82mm) is the alternative for the shorter reach, and both fit the same arbor class.

Why choose the 105mm length?

The 105mm overall length gives the pilot extra reach, which helps when you are starting a holesaw on a deeper or awkward surface. For most panel work the shorter BD24 is fine; the longer BD26 is the one to grab when you need the extra depth.

Can I use this drill on its own without a holesaw?

Yes. A 6.35mm HSS drill is a useful general pilot size for metal and timber work on its own. It drills wood, mild steel, aluminium and plastics cleanly, and the split point stops it walking on the start, so it earns its place in the kit even when the holesaw is in the drawer.