Nothing can be more frustrating during a home improvement project than breaking a bit. After all, there are a limited number of these fasteners and fixings in each drill set, and constant trips to the hardware store to buy new ones can take a toll on your wallet and your productivity. If you are having trouble breaking your bits, here is information to help you determine the causes and find some solutions.

Bit Design

One of the most common reasons for failure of one of these fasteners and fasteners is a design flaw.

• Little strength The bit breaks due to a large deflection at the end of the bit. To avoid this, change the taper and thickness of the band.
• Small chip pocketAn extreme twist can cause the middle of the flute to break. To prevent this from happening, enlarge the chip pocket and change the taper and thickness of the belt.
• Unnecessary long flute and bodyIf the flute and the body of the bits are too long, the precision of the bit will be incorrect. Make sure the bit is the proper length before attempting to use the bit.

Manufacturing issues

Problems related to how the bit was made can cause problems with your bits.

• Bit geometries are out of balance. This can cause problems with drilling accuracy, it can cause gaps and chipping.
• Worn diametersIf the diameter is worn, the cutting resistance will increase and the bits will often break.

Drilling conditions

Since you are using one of these fasteners and fasteners, you need to consider what type of bit you have selected for each material. If you use the wrong bit for your project, you may experience chips and breaks. Here are a few more conditions that can affect the safety of your bit.

• High and low chip load If you have a high or loaded chip load, progressive use can result in inaccurate holes, increased thrust, and breakage. Please make sure your bit chip loading is correct before use.
• Axis speed- A high spindle speed can increase the bit’s resistance to cutting. Low spindle speed can increase friction between the bit and the material. This friction causes heat and can cause pieces to break. Applying the correct speed can ensure the prevention of this type of breakage.
• Backing boards If the material you are working with has a backing plate, you will most likely have to deal with chip particles generated by the backing plate. These chip particles stick to the bit and can cause it to break. Be sure to only drill into the material as recommended to avoid this.

Broken bits can be frustrating, but if you understand why breakage occurs, you may be able to find a way to prevent damage to these fasteners and fasteners. Make sure your bits are always clean and be sure to use the proper ones with your materials to decrease the chances of breakage.