Drill bits

• What material is a twist drill bit usually made from?

  Carbon or high-speed steel
• What size holes can a twist drill bit typically drill?

  0-13 mm
• What is the primary use of a flat bit?

  To drill large flat-bottomed holes
• What materials can a flat bit be used on?

  Wood and plastics
• Why is a flat bit good for quick cutting?

  It drills large holes quickly
• What is the purpose of a Forstner bit?

  To drill large holes in wood only
• What is the size range for holes drilled by a Forstner bit?

  6-32 mm
• What is the function of a hole saw?

  To drill very large holes
• What is a countersink drill bit used for?

  To create a conical hole for screws
• How does a countersink bit function after drilling?

  It allows screws to sit flush with the surface
• What is the purpose of a drill bit with a counter sink feature?

  To tap the end of the hole
• What does the term "tap" refer to in drilling?

  To create threads in a hole
• What is the benefit of using a drill bit with a tap feature?

  It allows for threaded holes
• What are the types of drill bits mentioned in the material?

  • Twist drill bit
  • Flat bit
  • Forstner bit
  • Hole saw
  • Countersink drill bit
  • Tap drill bit
• What are the applications of different drill bits?

  • Twist drill bit: Small holes in various materials
  • Flat bit: Large flat-bottomed holes in wood/plastics
  • Forstner bit: Large holes in wood only
  • Hole saw: Very large holes
  • Countersink bit: Conical holes for screws
  • Tap bit: Creating threads in holes