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2026/06/29 18:08 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [5. Clean the Pillar Drill.] ralawrence -4 B (current)
2026/06/29 18:08 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [4. Return it to its holder on the wall.] ralawrence -4 B
2026/06/29 18:08 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [3. Remove the drill bit and clean it. Be careful—it may be hot.] ralawrence -4 B
2026/06/29 18:07 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [2. Deburr the hole.] ralawrence -4 B
2026/06/29 18:07 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [1. Turn off the drill and wait for it to stop spinning.] ralawrence -4 B
2026/06/29 18:07 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [Finishing] ralawrence -2 B
2026/06/29 18:07 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [9. If drilling all the way through, go very slowly when breaking through.] ralawrence -4 B
2026/06/29 18:07 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [8. Frequently lift the drill bit back up to allow chips to be cleared and add lubricant.] ralawrence -4 B
2026/06/29 18:06 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [7. Clean away chips with a brush. Never use your fingers.] ralawrence -4 B
2026/06/29 18:06 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [6. Start by pecking the metal. Drill down about 5mm and then extract the bit.] ralawrence -4 B
2026/06/29 18:06 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [5. Always lower the drill slowly and let the drill bit do the work.] ralawrence -4 B
2026/06/29 18:06 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [4. Use a low speed. The bigger the bit, the slower the speed.] ralawrence -4 B
2026/06/29 18:06 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [3. Apply Cutting Fluid / Lubricant. Thread-cutting oil (or WD40 for aluminium). Do not use water.] ralawrence -4 B
2026/06/29 18:06 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [2. Create a Pilot Hole when using large bits, larger than the tip of the drill bit.] ralawrence -4 B
2026/06/29 18:05 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill] ralawrence +2 B
2026/06/29 18:04 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [1. Create a Centre Punch Mark.] ralawrence -5 B
2026/06/29 18:04 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [The Drilling Process] ralawrence -2 B
2026/06/29 18:04 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [8. When inserting the drill bit, tighten the chuck firmly. If it uses a key using all three key holes to ensure even gripping.] ralawrence -4 B
2026/06/29 18:04 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [7. If drilling all the way through, place some wood under the piece.] ralawrence -4 B
2026/06/29 18:04 Using Large Bits on A Pillar Drill – [6. Ensure the height-adjustable table is locked.] ralawrence -4 B