Safety tip. Put a side handle on your drill to gain more control over the hole saw while drilling. These are especially prone to catching in a hole and causing the drill to bind which could cause broken wrists, etc.

@dalebabbitt6185

4 жыл бұрын

I hate it when mine catches in the hole, just saying.

@Engineer9736

4 жыл бұрын

When i expect a chance of a drill binding up, i put both my legs next to the drill and hold it with two hands at the same time. Last month i had a 1600 watt drill getting stuck in a concrete floor. This tactic saved me. And also that the drill had a clutch apparently. But just hands would have hurt badly. Put as much body mass on the drill as possible.

@mortenrl1946

6 ай бұрын

@@Engineer9736 Just don't do that with a chainsaw, it'll punch you in the nuts with the force of Mike Tyson 😅I know because of my learnings

@mkelley9849

29 күн бұрын

And if there is no provision on the drill for a handle?

Wow OK You are the man!!! I searched literally dozens of videos to figure out the connection between the bit and the saw as our Kobalt 6 3/8" drill saw comes with no instructions or video. You sir are a KZread treasure.

Mr. Tommy is a very experienced wood worker. Thank you for the tips!

This is one of the most reliable channels out there for diy explainers, keep it up!

Great video! I just used one for the first time a couple of weeks ago to cut a hole for cable management. It's a really cool piece of equipment!

@TransCanadaPhil

3 жыл бұрын

yeah I have an old bookcase that I've converted into holding my TV on top but I want to put a few electronics on the shelves below (Apple TV, headphone amp) but it's solid wood in the back, no way to run cables out the back. So I want to drill out a hole in the back of the cabinet to run the power/hdmi/audio cables, etc. I've ordered a hole saw like this for my drill but wasn't sure exactly the technique to use it (I've never used one before) :-)

Tom MF DaSilva! You and Norm are two of my all-time hero’s. I’ve been a carpenter for 20 years and still pick up tricks and tips from your videos. I DO wish you would do a more master class style series from time to time. Nevertheless the PBS format is still priceless.

amazing vídeo! so simple and yet so good! greetings from extreme north of Brazil!

Thank you, sir. It is my first every hole saw lesson.

Thank you for this very well explained hole saw instruction. Thank you 🙏

We used a forstner bit to drill through blocking in my attic when rewiring. When my dad hit a screw with it, it ruined it. To finish up, I grabbed the only other thing I had handy, a step bit from Harbor Freight. I cannot believe how easily that went through, or how nice of a hole it left. So I will definitely remember that for the future. The only real problem is the reach. I was able to go from both sides, so no problem.

I hope no one missed the tip about whole saws being very hot after the us! .I learned that the hard way after reaching for it to clean out the cut out piece stuck in it! Also as he said it is easy to envision a whole saw being a saw that was bent in a circle.

I should have watched this first before using my hole saw for the first time. Great to know I should flip the wood for smooth (both) sides. 👍🏼

I did not know to partially drill one side then flip the board and go at it from the other side. That does make it much easier. Thank you for this information.

Thanks for the learning, I have always just pushed through to the other side. I dont do much woodworking or handyman stuff but if I've done it right it's because of This Old House

@johnpossum556

4 жыл бұрын

What he neglected to tell you is that the spade bit can be used the exact same way. Double drilling like that with the spade bit you can get a decently clean hole, too.

@Lionrisesproductions

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnpossum556 so which tool would you recommend for cutting a hole in wood? I’m trying to build a small desk for my computer tower. With wood and pipes. Just wanted to know which is best. Thanks

@johnpossum556

3 жыл бұрын

@@Lionrisesproductions My first two considerations would be: What kind of wood and what size of hole? then: What tools do you own? Are you willing to buy new tools to finish the task & in what price range? Lastly: Do you have any of that same or similar wood to practice on first?

Thanks for a great video. Simple, I know, but instructive and what I needed to know!

You did a good show for people!👍

My hole saw was flailing all over the place because I did not bother to figure out why the bit and allen key was in the box. This video is a necessary upload. Thank you.

Tom Silva would make a great President

Thank you!!! I'm learning how to do things at home!!! This is awesome!!!!!

@flat-earther

Жыл бұрын

Great! Also I suggest watch a 13 part series called What on earth happened by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. Link in my about tab.

OMG, this have EVERY bit of the info I needed, thank you!

@flat-earther

Жыл бұрын

Lindy Morgan I suggest watch a 13 part series called What on earth happened by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. Link in my about tab.

Great video!👍🙏

Love the glasses!

Thank for the video never had so had to learn this my self

The new hole saws design is better than older !

Thank you Tommy!

Tom is the best!!!!

Very useful, thank you ☺

Helpful, thank you!

Good information thank you

thank you!

if you are using a hole saw on thin metal (like metal studs or an electrical box) make sure you have your drill in clutch mode until the hole saw teeth have started to cut its circular groove into the material. If you don't you run a high risk of bending your pilot bit when the pilot bit breaks through the material and the hole saw makes contact with the material. It took me a few pilot bits to learn this lol

@airyanne2

4 жыл бұрын

milwauke makes a few that are made for impact drills in common conduit sizes. they dont get hot or spread out like normal hole saws. ive had some for a few years and still work great.

@diverdave4056

Жыл бұрын

and use cutting wax or oil !

Perfect l! Thank you

Beautiful and simple, you made a subscriber out of me.

Thank you

Like the design with the locking section to stop the hole saw from slipping during use, without having to crank it up tite..

OMG I learned so much.

Thanks

Can't believe Tom is 73 years old. He is amazing carpenter!

@The22on

4 жыл бұрын

Hey, man! I turned 73 a month ago and me and the wood are still groovin'! As a matter of fact, i'm doin' all right, gettin' good grades, my future's so bright... I GOTTA WEAR SHADES!

@VictorStoev4

4 жыл бұрын

@@The22on bless you!

Thanks!

Hole saw. You are the expert.

I have had a set of hole saws for years. I needed a series of 29mm holes, 50 of them, in 40mm MDF. Tried a spade bit and it was hopeless, even after sharpening, used several and none were any good and were very slow. Use the hole saw and it was no better, clogging up and in need of constant cleaning. Bought a better hole saw, similar to the ones shown here and while it was better and eventually got the job done it was also constantly clogging with swarf. Also tried a set of Forstner bits which were no better. Bought an auger bit for some smaller (12mm) holes that was better but still slow and repeated clogging and cleaning.

Thanks for the video =)

Diablo Hole saws and Milwaukee drill is the best combo imo

Kevin said, "good information". I never expected that.

Thanks dude 🤓

Thans that was really helpful

Some discussion about bi-metal or metal or even concrete hole saws would be nice.

@stevebausch2782

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you. I was surprised no mention was made of a guide plate. A guide plate eliminates the need of a (fragile) pilot drill.

Will these work for metal,wood and steel in a very old home for putting up floodlights,wall fixtures and outlets?Good video.

Thank you for this video, I bought a whole saw set and there were no instructions so this was extremely helpful.

thanks dad

Drill four small holes are the circle to give the cuttings somewhere to go when drilling large holes.

If you need the hole you are creating to be perpendicular to the surface of the timber either use a drill press or a scrap square piece of wood as a guide to create a perfectly vertical pilot hole. Then use that pilot hole to guide your hole saw.

Ive used just about every brand holesaw and Starret carbide tipped are the only hole saws I'll use drilling through timber framing.

@dalebabbitt6185

4 жыл бұрын

Lennox is great too

Is this technique the same when drilling a faucet and drain hole through laminate/formica?

thank you for this . Helped a lot. how to get a clean cut hole without splinter if you cant the wood, in my case is a had crafted "How glass shape" word with intention to drill hole in the mid center on the Side of it. How to do this not to get a splitter on the inside of it. I am thinking adding Duck tap on the inside.? Thank you in advance.

if you wanna cut plastic... cut in reverse

@UzsDc1UZ

3 жыл бұрын

Is there a reason why?

@refink33

3 жыл бұрын

@@UzsDc1UZ plastic is so soft compared to wood or metal. The whole saw metal teeth dig into the plastic so fast and deep the whole saw gets stuck almost immediately. By cutting in reverse, the metal creates far smaller cuts, essentially melting the plastic without getting caught. Allowing a far smoother cut in reverse.

@UzsDc1UZ

3 жыл бұрын

@@refink33 okay I see now, thanks for the info.

@jackofblades3998

2 жыл бұрын

@@refink33 cooool Thanks for the tip

Cool!

Hi There, I have to make many of these for a warehouse client. Any insight on how much to charge per hole? And how many holes can probably be done by 1 person in an 8 hour period? First time doing this and would be grateful for any insight

Does Mandrel selection depend on the drill chuck or will they fit most any drill?

Will that splintering always happen? I want to make holes in wood so as to insert round table legs. Would this be the best way?

I grew up without a father. My mom, badass as she was, wasn't into the diy stuff. Now KZread is my Dad. Thanks Dad!

@flat-earther

Жыл бұрын

Vyasa I suggest watch a 13 part series called What on earth happened by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. Link in my about tab.

Greeat vid! Did his glasses get cut in half while cutting lumber?!

Is it a good idea to put a backing board beneath (using spare or scrap boards) to avoid the splintering?

@flat-earther

Жыл бұрын

Yeah you can do that or drill from both sides like shown in this video.

Neat and clean holes are always nice.

@shockwavezero3979

4 жыл бұрын

Aaron Shensky I’m certainly willing to pay extra for it

@aaronshensky9385

4 жыл бұрын

@@shockwavezero3979 i agree. I hear ya.

What type or model drill are you using for the saw hole bit? I have a regular drill and a impact drill and the shaft that inserts into the drill is too big. Now I need to get a different drill unless there is an accessory to accommodate my current impact drill. Please forgive beginner Woodworker .

Which size do I need if I need to install a Kerick Valve MA052 PVC Mini Float Valve, Tank Mount, Adjustable Arm, 1.5 gpm at 60 psi, 1/2" NPT Male? thanks

Can you pre hole the pilot hole in order to make a guide for the hole saw?

Much respect to older, experienced person. Regrettably It is not common for Americans to respect older people though.

Is this good for making checkers

You NEED to tell people exactly what kind of drill to use, I’ve gone through 3 different drills, all too weak or won’t fit

Can you show us how to sharpen old wood chisels on a flat stone please

Ohh i needed to see how you best fit/setup the smaller arbor with a hole saw. You were doing it in the background.... so close.

@SaltBayGull

3 жыл бұрын

On those smaller arbors, the arbor is just threaded. You just screw the arbor to the hole saw.

Came here thinking, wait there's a trick to this? Answer, no, there is not.

@jerrybobteasdale

4 жыл бұрын

Well, it's a bit of a trick to drill a hole by drilling inwards from both the near and far sides, rather than just drilling thru from one side. It splinters. It's not a big trick, but I'm sure some people are helped to know it.

What is the maximum diameter of such a nozzle Hole Saw? I need to drill a hole with a diameter of 20-25 cm, is it possible?

Any tips for turning a 4" hole into a 6" hole? Would you use a hole saw?

@stevebausch2782

2 жыл бұрын

Search on Hole Saw Guide Plate, you should find a device that won't help you ;-). But.. you now see what could be easily shop-made out of scraps of plywood. Start with two pcs 6" by 18". Lay them side-by-side. Mark a 6" square in the middle, as a diamond. Cut out those two triangles. Put the plates side-by-side again. Place the 6" hole saw, minus pilot drill, within that square, and shift the plates to snug up on the hole saw. At this point, you could screw or clamp the plates onto your workpiece, and use the hole saw... But I usually get a couple of plywood scraps and a handful of screws to lock the two plates into alignment. Good luck!

“IT DOESN’T REQUOIAH A LOATTA PRESSHUAH.”

not enough information: how do you get the plug out if the material is thinner than the bit ?

Can i use this hole saw for Pipes also?

What kind/brand is the White one? Milwaukee?

What if you want to go about halfway and not drill a hole. Would it do that?

Be very careful with hole saws over 2 inches, if they bind they will break your wrist. Try you drill press.

Does the hole saw work on thin wood like 3/8"? It wont go through. Do i need to put wood beneath?

@flat-earther

Жыл бұрын

It will work, if you can't drill through the other side you can place a scrap piece of wood beneath to prevent tear out.

I snickered at this video when I first read the description. But after watching the video I’m eating crow because I just found out I’ve been using the hole saw completely wrong. Honestly thanks guys!

@The22on

4 жыл бұрын

Remember, the teeth point towards the wood!

Can you add what sizes to use if you're installing a fan and want it flush.

@stevebausch2782

2 жыл бұрын

Sometimes you need to mock it up in cardboard, read the instructions, or keep making mistakes until you get it right.

Can you use Pink panther on regular walls

I’ve been drilling holes wrong way all my life🙊

How do you get the plug out of the bit?

@SaltBayGull

3 жыл бұрын

That’s what the slots on the side of the hole saw are for, you push it out there. Or, if it’s really jammed in there, you lever it out with a screwdriver, or use a hammer with a screwdriver to knock it out.

Ive got a broken wood drill bit stuck in the hole. So these wont work for me. How do i get that drill bit out ?

@karmicselling4252

10 ай бұрын

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What if you want to go just halfway into a 2x4 with a perfect 1” hole? Not all the way through, this wouldn’t be the best option would it?

@tylerhughes5420

3 жыл бұрын

Use paddle bit or use this and take a 1 inch dowel cut it 3/4 in long and tap it into the hole

@Leaf93

3 жыл бұрын

@@tylerhughes5420 paddle bit likely would been the cheaper option as I just needed the 1” but I ended up getting a set of Forstner bits on a big time sale (79 on for 29) but I only needed one and may never use any again 😂. Worked great though.

@tylerhughes5420

3 жыл бұрын

@@Leaf93 that'll work too

I wish the big box hardware stores sold carbide tipped hole saws and they weren't special order. Seems like a missed market to not have TTI or SB&D making a range for the blue or orange box stores...

@TheOtherBill

4 жыл бұрын

How about your local stores? I try to support the ones that are left over the big box stores (the price difference is minimal or zero) and if they don't have it the special order takes only a couple days.

How do you change the drill bit on the Mandrel?

@flat-earther

Жыл бұрын

Mandrel probably has a grub screw holding the drill so you loosen the screw with a hex/allen wrench.

👍

Wish you would have finished video and shown how to get the stuck wood out of bit

@flat-earther

Жыл бұрын

Stick something like a screwdriver through the holes in the hole saw to push the wood out.

what if you want to enlarge a hole where you can't use the center guide bit?

@nauthizzz

4 жыл бұрын

Get a piece of scrap and drill the enlarged size hole using the saw in that, then secure it to the piece of material that you need to enlarge the hole in, and use that as a guide to keep the hole saw in place until it starts biting in.

@plasmac9

4 жыл бұрын

@@nauthizzz If you have the plug you can hot glue it into the hole and redrill with the larger size. If you are missing the plug you can drill a new one on a scrap piece of wood and hot glue it into the hole you want to enlarge. Your method is good too, I've done that as well.

@johnpossum556

4 жыл бұрын

I've used a router with good results.

but I need to drill a 6 inch hole in the ceiling for a recessed light and can't "flip it over"-------need more info please

@SaltBayGull

3 жыл бұрын

If it’s in the ceiling, where the backside is inaccessible, and not visible, tearout isn’t really a concern. Just go slow when coming through the back and you’ll avoid having tearout so severe that it becomes a structural issue.

What about the forstener bit?

@cup_and_cone

4 жыл бұрын

Those are really intended for making precision blind holes with flat bottoms, they weren't really intended for plunging all the way through material.

@karl_alan

4 жыл бұрын

@@cup_and_cone hmm...didn't know that. I tend to use forstner bits whether I M stopping part way or going all the way through.

@scotttovey

4 жыл бұрын

Hole saws are the only ones that give you a wagon wheel to play with after your done drilling the hole.

@johnpossum556

4 жыл бұрын

@@scotttovey Not so. The adjustable hole cutter will also give you one.

@scotttovey

4 жыл бұрын

@@johnpossum556 That was a secret! You weren't supposed to tell! 😂😂😂

What about using a holesaw to drill let's say a 15 degree angled hole thru the 1" X 6"...?

@stevebausch2782

2 жыл бұрын

You'd need a guide plate to ensure the angle and to eliminate the need for a pilot bit.

What about using a Forstner bit instead

I did a holeike that once

Try a hammer drill in the hammer mode. It pretty much eliminates grabbing in the hole.