Unibit Rules!

[KT]

I just finished drilling some holes using a Unibit. This thing is the best!

Why didn't I know about this earlier?

I drilled some 1/2" holes into a plastic case and it was a piece of cake. For the previous holes I drilled, I switched the regular bit about 7 times going from small to large to avoid cracking the plastic.

With the Unibit, I just drilled through until I got the right size. Brilliant!

Best,
KT

 

[kec]

Best thing since sliced bread

I love mine and wondered why I didn't get one earlier. I know why, they're kinda expensive - depending on what size you need. I bought 3 different sizes from a guy on eBay. It was a great deal, and they are the actual Unibit made ones.

-Ken

 

[imix500]

I second that. I have a couple klein and a large greenlee and absolutely love them. The latter has drilled literally hundreds of 15/16 holes for xlr connectors and is still going strong.

 

[scooby300]

Hello all are these the same ones ?

http://search.ebay.co.uk/Unibit_W0QQsojsZ1QQfromZR40

Sound like the answer to my problems

Because when i drill on aluminium panels to put phono sockets in the drill bids tend to drift 1or 2 mm up down left or right. This might be because it’s a soft metal but it’s still a pain .

These bits are a bit pricey or they always this price.

Many thanks David

 

[metalman]

They're always in that price range, but keep in mind they are multiple sizes in one bit. I have a real preference for the Irwin or Greenlee bits, as I find the others tend to produce holes that are a bit oval, especially the Klein.

 

[scooby300]

THANKS metalman

I think i`ll look out for the better bit like (Irwin or Greenlee)and then buy one or two sizes.


I’ll probability buy from the us because the price is cheaper anyway even with the p&p .Uk prices or rip off even on electrical goods and parts.

Best regards David

 

[Bill Fitzpatrick]

Because when i drill on aluminium panels to put phono sockets in the drill bids tend to drift 1or 2 mm up down left or right. This might be because it’s a soft metal but it’s still a pain .

You need to begin with a center punch.

 

[Hugh M]

You guys are right on the money with the unibits Great rigs.
Has anyone tried the inexpensive set from Princess Auto. They were on sale a while ago but I missed getting one.
You can also use the bit to debur the other side. works good.
Try a small pilot hole to keep the big bit from drifting.
Hugh

 

[Test Electrix]

What's the max thickness you should drill with unibits? I was going to do enclosures for guitar pedals but some like the hammonds can be quite thick, at least 4mm I think

 

[Nisbeth]

I have drilled 3mm alu panels without problems, but that was with a decent drill press and the panels securely clamped. I don't think 4mm is impossible if you can do the same. If not, expect the quality and accuracy to be lower than what you are used to.

/U.

 

[Dougie085]

You can get cheaper ones from harbor freight and what not, work ok for metal, work perfectly fine for plastics and what not. The unibit is obviously better as I believe its carbide aren't they? Maybe not...either way

 

[Spiny]

I bought a set (3) of step drills from Aldi in the UK for £7 @. OK the quality is so-so but for panel hole cutting in ali and plastic they have worked fine. I would not trust then on steel... Add in a cone cutter for the oddball sizes and it dose for my diy needs.

 

[musician9]

They are truly priceless when you need to mod a chassis and make an existing hole larger!!! Love 'em.

Dave