Silverline Lip and Spur Timber Drill Bits 5mm Pack of 10 637440

Silverline Lip and Spur Timber Drill Bits 5mm Pack of 10 637440

Barcode: 5055058115027

MPN: 637440 5mm

Overview:

Pack of 10 Lip and Spur 5mm Timber Drill Bits 637440 designed for clean, accurate drilling in timber, man-made boards and selected composites. Manufactured from high carbon steel and precision ground for consistent performance, each bit features a single centring point (brad point) to locate exactly on your mark before drilling starts. Twin outer cutting spurs score the wood fibres for a cleaner entry and reduced breakout, while the lip-and-spur cutting profile helps produce neat holes with controlled cutting. A single land and double flute design supports fast chip ejection, making this 10-pack a practical choice for joinery, site work and general woodworking.

Key Features

• Pack of 10 x 5mm lip and spur timber drill bits

• High carbon steel construction for strength and durability

• Brad point centring tip for accurate positioning on marked points

• Twin outer cutting spurs for cleaner holes and reduced splintering

• Lip and spur cutting profile for controlled wood cutting

• Double flute with single land for efficient chip ejection

• Suitable for timber, man-made woods and some composites

Specifications

• Brand: Silverline

• Product Type: Lip and spur timber drill bits (wood)

• Size: 5mm

• Quantity: Pack of 10

• Material: High carbon steel

• Point Style: Centre point with twin spurs (brad point)

• Point Angle: Normal brad point

• Flute: Double flute

• Chip Ejection: Single land for fast chip removal

• Construction: Roll forged, edge ground

• Finish: Painted flute, polished land, dry rust-resistant coating

• MPN: 637440

• Barcode: 5055058115027

Applications

• Drilling accurate holes in softwood and hardwood

• Joinery, cabinetry and general woodworking

• Pilot holes and fixing holes in timber and MDF/chipboard (where suitable)

• Workshop and site use where multiple identical bits are needed

How to Use

• Mark the hole position and secure the workpiece

• Place the brad point on the mark to locate the bit accurately

• Drill at a suitable speed with steady pressure

• Clear chips regularly, especially in deeper holes

• Avoid excessive heat build-up and store bits dry after use

Silverline 5mm Lip & Spur Drill Bits – Key FAQs

• What is a lip and spur drill bit used for?
  Lip and spur (brad point) bits are designed and is the perfect drill bit for clean, accurate holes in wood, with spurs that score the fibres to reduce splintering.

• How many bits are included in this pack?
  You receive 10 x 5mm timber drill bits.

• Why is the centring point useful?
  The brad point helps the bit sit exactly on your mark, reducing wandering and improving hole placement accuracy.

• What materials are these bits suitable for?
  They’re ideal for timber and man-made woods, and can be used on some composites depending on density and setup.

• Do they help reduce breakout?
  Yes, the twin cutting spurs score the surface fibres for a cleaner entry and generally reduced breakout compared with standard twist drills.

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