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Alpha Dry Core Bits

For Dry Drilling Granite, Porcelain & Engineered Stone

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Alpha  |  MPN: DRB01375  |  UPC: 749173460739
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Size: 1-3/8"

Dry Core Bit Specifications

  • Bit Diameter: 1-3/8"
  • Maximum RPM: 12,000 RPM
  • Thread Size: 5/8"-11
  • Compatible Materials: Granite, quartzite, engineered stone, porcelain, and crystallized glass
  • Application: Faucet holes, plumbing penetrations, and access holes

Alpha® Dry Core Bits are high-speed drilling bits designed for creating clean, accurate holes in granite, engineered stone, porcelain, and crystallized glass without the use of water. Designed for jobsite efficiency, these bits reduce setup time while supporting fast, controlled drilling across hard surface materials.

Key Features
  • Dry drilling design eliminates water setup and reduces jobsite cleanup
  • High-speed cutting performance delivers fast drilling in hard surface materials
  • 5/8"-11 thread fits most standard high-speed angle grinders
  • Produces clean, accurate holes for plumbing and fixture installations
  • Supports rounded corner cuts in sink and countertop openings
  • Versatile for water, gas, and electrical access hole drilling
Best For
  • Granite, porcelain, and engineered stone drilling applications
  • Countertop fabrication and installation work
  • Plumbing and fixture hole drilling
  • Contractors needing fast, clean dry drilling performance

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Alpha Dry Core Bits 1-3/8" $82.09

Description

Alpha® Dry Core Bits are high-speed dry drilling bits designed for creating clean, accurate holes in granite, engineered stone, porcelain, and crystallized glass without the use of water. Built for jobsite efficiency, these core bits mount directly to standard high-speed angle grinders with a 5/8"-11 spindle.

Designed to reduce setup time and cleanup associated with wet drilling, Alpha® Dry Core Bits support fast material removal and controlled drilling during countertop fabrication and installation work.

Key Features

  • Dry Drilling Design: Allows drilling without water to simplify jobsite operation and cleanup.
  • High-Speed Cutting Performance: Provides fast drilling on granite, quartzite, engineered stone, porcelain, and crystallized glass.
  • Angle Grinder Compatibility: Fits most popular high-speed grinders with a 5/8"-11 threaded spindle.
  • Precision Hole Creation: Produces clean, round holes for faucet mounting and plumbing penetrations.
  • Corner Finishing Capability: Can be used to form rounded corners in square or rectangular sink cutouts.
  • Multi-Trade Utility: Suitable for drilling access holes for water, gas, and electrical applications.

Available Sizes & Specifications

Part No. Diameter Max RPM Type Thread
DRB00500 1/2" 12,000 Dry 5/8"-11
DRB00750 3/4" 12,000 Dry 5/8"-11
DRB01000 1" 12,000 Dry 5/8"-11
DRB01375 1-3/8" 12,000 Dry 5/8"-11
DRB01500 1-1/2" 12,000 Dry 5/8"-11
DRB02000 2" 12,000 Dry 5/8"-11

Alpha® Dry Core Bits support efficient dry drilling for countertop fabrication, fixture installation, and service penetrations across hard surface materials.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What materials can Alpha Dry Core Bits drill?
Alpha Dry Core Bits are designed for granite, quartzite, engineered stone, porcelain, and crystallized glass. They are commonly used for countertop fabrication, fixture mounting, and service penetrations in hard surface materials.
Do these core bits require water during drilling?
No. Alpha Dry Core Bits are designed for dry drilling applications. This helps reduce setup time and cleanup while supporting efficient drilling directly on the jobsite.
What tools are compatible with these core bits?
Alpha Dry Core Bits are compatible with most high-speed angle grinders that use a 5/8"-11 threaded spindle. They are rated for use up to 12,000 RPM.
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