TREND Twist drill 5/16 inch diameter | 501/516HSS

Trend 501/516HSS Twist Drill Bit – 5/16" (7.9mm) Slow Spiral, 117mm Overall Length

Trend 501/516HSS is a 5/16" twist drill bit designed for fast drilling in open-grained timber, with a slow spiral profile that can be preferred when working end grain. Ideal for workshop and site use where clean, controlled drilling in wood is required.

With a drill-chuck shank and a 117mm overall length, the 501/516HSS is a practical choice when you need a dependable HSS drill bit size for common woodworking drilling tasks.

Key Features

• Slow spiral design: Sometimes preferred for drilling end grain in wood for improved control during the cut.
• Fast drilling in open-grained material: Suited to efficient drilling operations in open-grained timber.
• HSS construction: High speed steel drill bit for general drilling durability in suitable materials.
• 5/16" (7.9mm) diameter: Common size for woodworking and general drilling applications.
• Drill-chuck shank: Designed to be held securely in a standard drill chuck.

Specifications at a glance

Suitable applications

• Fast drilling in open-grained wood.
• Wood drilling where a slow spiral bit is preferred for end grain work.
• General drilling tasks using a standard drill chuck.