Starrett FCH0512 Fast Cut Bi-Metal Holesaw 140mm | AX5260

Starrett FCH0512 Fast Cut Bi-Metal Holesaw, 140mm (5½")

Starrett FCH0512 is a Fast Cut bi-metal holesaw designed for producing clean, accurate larger-diameter holes where a dependable cut and long service life are important. Ideal for trade users and fabricators, this 140mm holesaw combines a robust steel body with HSS teeth for controlled cutting across a wide range of common site and workshop materials.

With its constant pitch tooth form and generous cutting depth, the FCH0512 helps you work efficiently when installing services, creating access holes, or preparing openings for pipes and ducting.

Key Features

• Fast Cut tooth design: Positive rake profile helps reduce cutting torque for smoother progress and improved control.
• Extra cobalt HSS teeth: Enhanced heat and wear resistance for longer working life in demanding applications.
• Bi-metal construction: Tough steel body with HSS tooth edge for durability under regular trade use.
• 5.5 TPI constant pitch: Balanced tooth spacing for steady cutting performance across mixed materials.
• 30% extra gullet volume: Improved swarf clearance to support faster material penetration.
• 41mm cutting depth: Suitable for thicker materials and many common service-installation tasks.

Specifications at a glance

Suitable applications

• Creating large-diameter holes for plumbing, HVAC and general service installation work.
• Cutting openings in metal sheet, tube, wood, plastic and plaster (material and thickness dependent).
• Workshop fabrication tasks where a consistent, controlled cut is required.