SDS Drill Bits
Written By: adminWhat are SDS Drill Bits?
An SDS drill bit is a bit specifically made for a drill that is equipped with a Slotted Drive System or sometimes known as a slotted drive shaft.
The slotted drive system in most commonly found in hammer drills and is uniquely designed to allow for a sliding motion to occur in the chuck of the drill to increase the performance of the hammering action creating better and faster cuts into masonry.
The SDS was originally created by Bosch in 1975 under the name Steck Dreh Stitz or Insert Twist Stay, but was referred to as Special Direct System for international objectivity.
What are the different types of SDS Drill Bits?
The bits themselves don’t change much other than in size. SDS Drill bits are available in 4 different sizes. SDS, SDS+, SDStop, & SDSmax.
The sizes range from 5 to 30 millimeters in diameter and 110 to 1000 mm in length.
The most common SDS drill bit size is the SDS+.
What are SDS Drill Bits used for?
The SDS drill bit’s primary purpose is in masonry drilling. Its increased efficiency in hammer drills is extremely efficient for faster drilling.
Bosch 6 Piece SDS Plus Drill Bit Set
Bosch is the original creator of the SDS drill and is still a leading competitor in the SDS drill bit marketplace. Their 6 Piece SDS Plus Drill Bit Set costs £14.99 and is available in stores, and online at amazon.co.uk.
Tags: SDS Drill Bits, SDS Max, SDS Plus, Slotted Drive System
