Why Your Wood Auger Drill Bit Isn’t Drilling Properly
In life, wood auger drill bit is one of the very common woodworking drilling tools, but sometimes you might run into issues where the drilling doesn’t go as smoothly as expected. There are many reasons for this problem, and we are going to list some common reasons and tell you how to avoid it.
1.Wood auger drill bit is not sharp enough because it has been used for too long.
Wood auger drill bits with dull cutting edges can greatly reduce drilling efficiency and even cause the drill bit to jam. It is recommended to check the sharpness of the drill bit regularly and to sharpen or replace it if necessary.
2. Use of wrong size of wood auger drill bit
A drill bit that does not match the thickness or hardness of the material is used. If the drill bit is too small, it may not be able to penetrate the wood. If the drill bit is too large, it may put too much pressure on the drill, causing it to jam or overheat. Therefore, it is very important to choose the right size drill bit, specifically how to choose the size can refer to the following:
-Diameter size: small diameter wood auger drill bits are usually used for fine work and small hole processing, while large diameter wood auger drill bits are suitable for larger holes or for harder wood.
*Small sizes: 3mm, 4mm, 5mm
*Medium sizes: 6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm
*Large sizes: 14mm, 16mm, 18mm, 20mm, 25mm
-Length Size
*Short drill: for thin wood or surface drilling, common lengths are 75mm, 100mm, 125mm
*Medium length: for general wood drilling, length range 150mm, 200mm.
* Long drills: for thick wood or deep holes, lengths up to 300mm or longer.
-Specialized sizes: for specific applications
*Coarse shank drill bits: These drill bits have a thicker shank to accommodate powerful electric or hand drills and are commonly used for larger diameter holes.
*Extension drill bits: Used for very thick wood or exceptionally deep holes that require a combination of long and standard drill bits.
3. Too high or too low drilling speed
The wood auger drill bit is very sensitive to drilling speed. Too high speed can cause the drill bit to overheat, reducing cutting efficiency and even burning the wood, while too low speed can cause the drill bit to jam or fail to cut. It is recommended to choose the appropriate drilling speed according to the type and hardness of the wood.
- Soft woods: such as pine, fir, etc., can be drilled at a higher speed, usually around 1500-2000 revolutions per minute (RPM). This helps to drill holes quickly while minimizing wood chip buildup.
- Hardwoods: such as oak, maple, etc., should be drilled using a lower drill speed, usually in the range of 1000-1500 revolutions per minute (RPM). The lower RPM reduces overheating and drill bit wear.
4. Poor chip removal
The wood auger drill bit needs to discharge wood chips smoothly when drilling. If too much wood chips accumulate, it will affect the drilling effect and even cause the drill bit to jam. Therefore, pay attention to chip removal during the drilling process and stop to clean the drill bit if necessary.
5. Hardness or moisture content of wood
The hardness and moisture content of different woods will also affect the drilling effect. Harder or wetter wood may require more torque and appropriate drilling speed to complete the hole. It is important to know the characteristics of the wood and make adjustments before drilling.
In addition to the above reasons, you will encounter a variety of reasons in the ordinary use of the process, welcome to discuss, we are a professional manufacturer of drill bits, if you have questions about them, please click here to contact us.