QLT Insights — Construction Tools

How To Countersink A Screw

How To Countersink A Screw
A guide to countersink drilling in metal such as stainless steel utilising professional Thread Cutting Tap & Die Drill Tools. Two Methods: Machine Taps and Twist Drills as method 1 and Hand Taps and Twist Drills as method 2.

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What is De Burring?

What is De Burring?
To De Burr means to remove excess material known as burrs using De Burring Tools such as Blades, Rotary Burrs and other grinders. This blog explores what is de burring and what techniques can be used.

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Blacksmith Drill Bits

Blacksmith Drill Bits

Blacksmith Drill Bits are a type of Twist Drill that is rolled and typically has a reduced shank. These high-performance drill pieces can pierce through tough materials like Cast Iron.

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How To Cut A Thread By Machine

How To Cut A Thread By Machine

Demonstrational step-by-step guide on how to cut an internal thread. Using a high quality Machine Tap available from QLT.

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Hole Saw Guide

Hole Saw Guide
What are Hole Saws? How do you use a Hole Saw? Which materials can they handle? When should you use a Hole Saw Cutter? The ultimate guide on Hole Saw Tools for your DIY small scale jobs or big scale construction Projects.

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What are Rotary Burrs?

What are Rotary Burrs?
Rotary Burr Grinder Tools are ideal for shaping, grinding and removing material such as metal. These high speed Rotating Tools provide smooth surface finishes by removing sharp edges and excess material through the process of filing and deburring. Commonly Rotary Burrs are made from Tungsten Carbide with different head/toothing sizes and coating options available.

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How To Drill Into Brick Without Cracking It

How To Drill Into Brick Without Cracking It

Although bricks are pretty robust building material, drilling into them is not as difficult as you might think. Drilling into masonry without cracking does not require the expertise of a professional handyman. With the right drill and drill bit, it just takes a few minutes to make a hole.

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