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Magnetic Drill FAQ

Direct answers to magnetic drill selection, operation, safety, cutter compatibility, maintenance, OEM and purchasing questions.

Magnetic Drill FAQ — FERROVANTA
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Selection Questions

Choose by regular hole diameter and depth, material, working position, clearance, duty and power supply.

02

Operation Questions

Clean the contact area, install the correct cutter and restraint, verify the magnet, use suitable speed and lubrication, and control the slug.

03

Purchasing Questions

B2B buyers should define voltage, product range, tooling, quantity, branding, inspection and spare parts before quotation.

BUYER QUESTIONS

magnetic drill FAQ FAQ

What size magnetic drill do I need?+

Choose capacity above the largest regular hole and confirm depth and duty.

Can it drill stainless steel?+

Only if magnetic attraction is adequate or an approved alternative fixture is used.

Why is the magnet weak?+

Possible causes include thin steel, coating, rust, gaps, curvature or electrical faults.

Can it drill overhead?+

Only with an approved model, secondary restraint and suitable site procedure.

What is an annular cutter?+

A cutter that removes a ring of material and leaves a centre slug.

What should an RFQ include?+

Market, voltage, hole range, operations, quantity, cutters, branding and inspection.

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