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1-1/2 inch Hole Saw for Wood, Metal, Plastic & Drywall, with Arbor

VIKITONHOLESAW

1-1/2 inch Hole Saw for Wood, Metal, Plastic & Drywall, with Arbor

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Highlights

  • Package Includes: 1 pc 1-1/2" hole saw, 1 pc arbor with drill bit, 1 pc pilot drill bit (replacement), 1 pc hex key
  • Sharp and Durable: Crafted from bi-metal construction, this hole saw features high-speed steel teeth and a flexible steel body for enhanced durability and sustained sharpness
  • Lightweight & Handy: Structural innovations significantly reduce the weight of this holesaw without compromising quality, resulting in less labor during operation and more efficient chip removal
  • Wide Applications: Engineered for smooth, clean cuts on wood, plastic, drywall, and thin metals (excluding stainless steel). Ideal for DIY home projects and professional job sites.
  • Easy Assembly: Insert the arbor's pilot bit through the center hole at the back of the hole saw, then rotate the arbor to tighten.
  • Pro Tips: 1. Not recommended for brittle materials such as glass, ceramic, tile, granite, marble, porcelain, brick, masonry, or natural stone - these materials can chip easily and will quickly dull the saw teeth. 2. Allow the hole saw to cool before touching - surface temperature is high after drilling. 3. Apply water or coolant and reduce feed speed when drilling metals. 4. Stop immediately if abnormal vibration occurs.

Why You'll Love It

  • Bi-metal build with high-speed steel teeth stays sharp across repeated cutting jobs
  • Lightweight construction reduces physical effort during drilling and aids chip removal
  • Cuts smoothly through drywall, plastic, wood, and thin metals
  • Complete set includes an arbor, an extra replacement pilot bit, and a hex key
  • Simple assembly lets you attach the arbor by inserting and rotating to tighten

Pros

  • +Includes replacement pilot drill bit and hex key
  • +Bi-metal build with high-speed steel teeth
  • +Lightweight body for easier chip removal
  • +Cuts wood, plastic, drywall, and thin metal
  • +Simple screw-on arbor assembly

Cons

  • -Cannot cut stainless steel
  • -Unsuitable for masonry, tile, glass, or stone
  • -Requires water or coolant when cutting metals

Detailed Review

The VIKITONHOLESAW 1-1/2 inch Hole Saw provides a complete cutting setup for standard hole-drilling tasks around the home or job site. It pairs a flexible steel body with high-speed steel teeth to maintain clean cutting edges. This bi-metal construction suits everyday users who need reliable holes in wood, drywall, plastic, or thin metals without dealing with premature tooth wear.

Using the tool is straightforward thanks to its simple mounting design. You insert the arbor pilot bit through the back center hole of the saw cup and rotate it to tighten securely. The lighter structural body helps lower user effort during extended work and promotes efficient chip clearance as you drill. The package also includes a hex key and a spare replacement pilot bit, ensuring you have backup hardware ready.

Material limitations are the main trade-off to keep in mind. This cutter cannot handle stainless steel, and using it on brittle masonry, brick, ceramic, tile, glass, or natural stone will chip the material and quickly dull the teeth. Drilling into allowed metals requires reduced feed speeds and added coolant or water to manage heat, and the tool surface will be hot to the touch immediately after use.

Verdict: This hole saw is a practical, ready-to-use option for DIYers and trade workers needing 1-1/2 inch cuts in standard building materials. If you work primarily with wood, drywall, plastics, or light metals, it delivers dependable cutting with helpful spare parts included.

Specifications

  • Cut Diameter: 1-1/2 inches
  • Tooth Material: High-speed steel
  • Body Material: Flexible steel (bi-metal construction)
  • Compatible Materials: Wood, plastic, drywall, thin metals (excluding stainless steel)
  • Package Contents: 1 hole saw, 1 arbor with pilot bit, 1 replacement pilot bit, 1 hex key

Who Should Buy It

A great fit if you:

  • Need 1-1/2 inch holes drilled through wood, drywall, plastic, or thin sheet metal
  • Want an all-in-one package that includes the arbor and a spare pilot bit
  • Prefer a lightweight hole saw for easier handling and chip clearing

Consider something else if you:

  • Plan to cut stainless steel or hard structural metals
  • Need to drill into tile, glass, ceramic, brick, or natural stone

FAQ

What comes included in the package?
You get one 1-1/2 inch hole saw, one arbor with an installed drill bit, one extra replacement pilot bit, and one hex key.

Can this hole saw cut through metal?
It cuts thin metals, but it is not compatible with stainless steel. When cutting permitted metals, you should apply water or coolant and lower your feed speed.

What materials should not be cut with this tool?
Do not use it on brittle surfaces like glass, tile, ceramic, granite, marble, porcelain, brick, concrete masonry, or stone, as these will ruin the teeth.

How do you attach the hole saw to the arbor?
Slide the arbor pilot bit through the center hole on the rear of the hole saw, then rotate the arbor until it tightens firmly in place.

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Product Specs

SpecificationDetails
Brand NameVIKITON
Unit Count1 Count
Number of Packs1
Number of Items1
Set Name1-1/2 inch Hole Saw with Arbor Kit
Included Components1-1/2 in hole saw, 1 arbor, 1 replacement drill bit, 1 hex key.
ManufacturerVIKITON
Part NumberVKTBY178
Best Sellers Rank#122 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #1 in Hole Saws
ASINB0DDGW92MH
Customer Reviews4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (5,101) 4.5 out of 5 stars
Item Dimensions L x W1.5"L x 1.5"W
ColorOrange
Style NameCompact
Material TypeHigh Speed Steel
Compatible DevicesDrills
Compatible MaterialMetal
MaterialHigh Speed Steel
BrandVIKITON
Product Dimensions1.5"L x 1.5"W
StyleCompact
Item Highlight38mm Bi-Metal Hole Saw Cutter, Fast Chip Removal, Smooth Clean Cuts, Heavy-Duty yet Lightweight & Handy See more

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