{"product_id":"diablo-1-2-in-x-3-1-2-in-l-carbide-tipped-tile-and-stone-drill-bit-hex-shank","title":"Diablo 1\/2 in. X 3-1\/2 in. L Carbide Tipped Tile and Stone Drill Bit Hex Shank","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake on ceramic tile, porcelain, and natural stone with confidence using the Diablo 1\/2 in. x 3-1\/2 in. Carbide Tipped Tile and Stone Drill Bit with a hex shank. Built for durability and precision, this bit delivers clean, true holes for anchors, fixtures, and hardware installations in hard surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbide-tipped cutting edge\u003c\/strong\u003e provides exceptional wear resistance and longer life when drilling through tough tile and stone versus standard steel bits.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/2\" drill diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e3-1\/2\" overall length\u003c\/strong\u003e create appropriately sized holes for common fasteners and anchors used in tile installations.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/4\" hex shank\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures a secure grip in impact drivers and hex-chuck drills, reducing slip and wobble during operation.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTile-and-stone optimized design\u003c\/strong\u003e helps minimize wandering, reduce chipping, and produce clean, professional results on challenging substrates.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarded packaging\u003c\/strong\u003e offers convenient retail display and single-piece purchases for quick project needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUsage tips for best results:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMark your drilling point with painter’s tape to prevent wandering on glazed surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse a slow to moderate drilling speed with steady, light pressure; let the carbide edge do the work and avoid overheating.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCool the bit with a gentle flow of water during drilling to extend bit life and protect the tile from cracking.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor tougher natural stone, start with a small pilot hole to guide the bit and maintain straight, accurate drilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdeal for professionals and DIY enthusiasts installing anchors, shelving, towel bars, or fixtures into ceramic tile, porcelain, or stone surfaces, this Diablo bit pairs with standard 1\/4\" hex drivers for reliable performance. When you need longevity, precision, and dependable results in tile and stone projects, reach for the Diablo carbide-tipped tile and stone drill bit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Diablo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52192549634322,"sku":"2043865","price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/1024\/8466\/files\/2043865_A.eps_High.jpg?v=1776030031","url":"https:\/\/nationalhardwaregroup.com\/products\/diablo-1-2-in-x-3-1-2-in-l-carbide-tipped-tile-and-stone-drill-bit-hex-shank","provider":"National Hardware Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}