
FAMAG 3500 BRAD POINT DRILL BITS - HOBBY
FAMAG 3500 CV brad point drill bits feature a centering spur, two main cutting edges and protruding knives for exact, burr-free holes in softwoods and certain European hardwoods. Ideal for hobbyists and light-duty workshop use, they offer an economical solution for clean, dimensionally accurate drilling
🔩 Design Features
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Centring Spur: Ensures the bit stays on target during startup.
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Dual Cutting Edges: Two main lips create smooth hole walls with minimal tear-out.
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Protruding Knives: Extend beyond the lips to trim fibers flush with the bore.
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Cost-Effective Construction: HSS-CV steel delivers reliable performance at a lower price point; for heavier production demands, consider the F1594 HSS-G series
📏 Sizes & Part Numbers
Available in diameters Ø 3 – 30 mm with matching shank sizes and lengths:
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Ø 3 – 9 mm: Shank = diameter; Overall length (GL) 61 – 120 mm; Effective length (NL) 33 – 80 mm
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Ø 10 – 30 mm: Shank = 10 mm (for 10 mm up to 16 mm) or 13 mm (for above); GL 129 – 220 mm; NL 87 – 145 mm
💼 Case Sets & Kits
Multi-bit sets bits available with plastic or wooden cases (Click Here)
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5-Piece Plastic Set (F3501505): Ø 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 mm
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8-Piece Plastic Set (F3501508): Ø 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 mm
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15-Piece Wooden Case (F3500515): Ø 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10 mm + depth collars & 16 mm countersink.
⚙️ Recommended Use
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Speed Range: 1 500–3 500 rpm in softwoods; reduce to 800–2 000 rpm for harder woods.
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Applications: Clean through- and blind-hole drilling in furniture, cabinetry, model-making and general woodworking.
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Machine Compatibility: Perfect for handheld drills, bench drills and light-duty drill presses.