Silverline Self Centering Door Hinge Drill Bits 3pc Set 2mm 2.8mm 3.6mm 380647

Silverline Hinge Drill Bit Door Guide 3 Piece Set 2mm 2.8mm 3.6mm

Barcode: 5060012961374

MPN: 380647

Overview:

Hinge 3 piece Drill Bit Door Guide Set designed to make hinge fitting quicker, cleaner and more accurate by drilling perfectly centred pilot holes through hinge screw positions. Each chamfered self-centring HSS drill bit features a spring-loaded, knurled sleeve that locates into countersunk hinge holes, helping you drill dead-centre and reduce the risk of screws pulling the hinge out of alignment. Ideal for door hanging, cabinet work and furniture fitting, this set includes three common pilot sizes 2mm, 2.8mm and 3.6mm helping you match fixings and materials for a more secure, professional finish.

Key Features

• Self-centring hinge drill bits for accurate hinge screw pilot holes

• Spring-loaded knurled sleeve aligns with countersunk hinge holes

• Chamfered head improves stability and helps seat correctly in the hinge hole

• Drills centred pilot holes using the hinge as the template

• Helps reduce hinge movement and misaligned screw fixing

• Minimises risk of splitting and damage to doors and furniture

• Supplied as a 3-piece set covering common hinge screw sizes

Specifications

• Brand: Silverline

• Product Type: Self-centring hinge pilot drill bit set

• Bit Material: HSS (high speed steel)

• Sizes Included: 2mm, 2.8mm, 3.6mm

• Mechanism: Spring-loaded sleeve, self-centring

• Head Style: Chamfered

• Drive: Hex

• Quantity: 3 pieces

• MPN: 380647

• Barcode: 5060012961374

Applications

• Hanging internal doors and aligning hinges correctly

• Fitting cabinet and furniture hinges

• Creating centred pilot holes for countersunk hinge screws

• Joinery, carpentry, fitting and general DIY hinge work

How to Use

• Position the hinge on the door or frame and clamp if required

• Insert the correct size self-centring bit into your drill/driver

• Place the bit sleeve into the hinge countersunk hole

• Apply steady pressure and drill the pilot hole to the required depth

• Repeat for all hinge holes, then fit screws and check alignment

Self Centring Hinge Drill Bit Set – Key FAQs

• What is a self-centring hinge drill bit used for?
  It drills a pilot hole perfectly centred in a hinge screw hole, helping hinges sit correctly and preventing screws from pulling the hinge out of position.

• How does the spring-loaded sleeve help?
  The sleeve locates in the countersunk hinge hole and centres the pilot drill automatically, improving accuracy and stability while drilling.

• What sizes are included in this set?
  The set includes 2mm, 2.8mm and 3.6mm pilot drills to suit a range of hinge screws and materials.

• Will this work on cabinet hinges as well as doors?
  Yes, it’s ideal for doors, cabinets and furniture hinges—anywhere you need centred pilot holes through hinge screw positions.

• Does it help prevent damage to the workpiece?
  Yes, accurate pilot holes reduce the chance of splitting timber, stripping fixings and misaligned screws that can damage doors or furniture.

• What type of drill can I use it with?
  The bits feature a hex drive, making them suitable for many drills and drivers that accept hex-shanked accessories.