Makita E-17538 Flat Wood Bit 32mm x 400mm

Makita E-17538 Flat Wood Bit, 32mm x 400mm (1/4" Hex Shank)

Makita E-17538 flat wood bit is designed for drilling clean, accurate holes in timber where extra reach is required, making it a practical choice for site work and workshop jobs alike. The 32mm cutting diameter is well suited to larger clearance holes, while the 400mm overall length helps when you need to drill through thicker sections or reach awkward positions.

With a 1/4" hex shank, this long-reach spade bit is a straightforward fit for compatible drills and impact drivers using a hex bit holder. Choose the E-17538 when you want a simple, robust wood-boring accessory that’s quick to fit and easy to keep moving between tasks.

Key Features

• Flat wood (spade) bit design: Ideal for boring larger-diameter holes in timber quickly and efficiently.
• 32mm cutting diameter: Suitable for creating larger clearance holes for typical first-fix and second-fix applications.
• 400mm overall length: Extra reach for drilling through thicker timber and accessing difficult positions.
• 1/4" hex shank: Quick, positive fit in compatible hex holders to reduce slip during drilling.
• Single-piece pack: Convenient when you need a specific diameter without buying a set.

Specifications at a glance

Suitable applications

• Drilling larger holes in timber for general construction and installation tasks
• Long-reach boring through thicker wooden sections where standard-length bits are too short
• First-fix work such as routing cables and pipework through timber (where hole size is appropriate)