{"title":"Step Drill Bits for Metal","description":"\u003ch2\u003eStep Drill Bits for Clean Holes in Metal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nShop step drill bits for drilling clean, accurate holes in metal, sheet metal, stainless steel, steel, aluminum, plastic, and thin materials. Step drill bits are designed to drill multiple hole sizes with one tool, making them useful for fabrication, electrical work, maintenance, installation, and general metalworking applications.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStep Bits, Stepped Drill Bits \u0026amp; Unibit-Style Tools\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nWhether you call them step bits, stepped drill bits, unibits, or step drill bits, these tools are built to enlarge holes, create smooth openings, and reduce the need for multiple standard drill bits. They are commonly used for panels, conduit work, electrical boxes, junction boxes, sheet metal, and thin-gauge materials.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStep Drill Bits for Steel, Stainless Steel \u0026amp; Aluminum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nFind step drill bits for metal applications including steel, stainless steel, aluminum, sheet metal, and other thin materials. These drill bits are ideal for creating round holes with controlled sizing, especially when working on fabrication projects, maintenance repairs, and electrical installations.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProfessional Step Drill Bits for Shops, Contractors \u0026amp; Maintenance Crews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nOur step drill bits are selected for users who need dependable cutting performance, cleaner holes, and efficient sizing without swapping tools every twelve seconds like the jobsite is some kind of endurance sport. Choose step drill bits for industrial, commercial, and repair applications.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"champion-msd-hex-hex-shank-step-drills","title":"Hex Shank Step Drills","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChampion MSD-HEX Hex Shank Step Drills — 1\/4\" Impact-Ready, TiN Coated, Fast Clean Holes in Metal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChampion MSD-HEX Hex Shank Step Drills\u003c\/strong\u003e are professional-grade step drills engineered for fast, clean, and burr-free holemaking in \u003cstrong\u003ethin sheet metal up to 1\/8\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed with a \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4\" hex shank\u003c\/strong\u003e, these step drills are impact-driver compatible and ideal for electricians, HVAC installers, maintenance technicians, and metalworkers who need speed, accuracy, and versatility on the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach MSD-HEX step drill features a \u003cstrong\u003eTitanium Nitride (TiN) coating\u003c\/strong\u003e that reduces friction, improves heat resistance, and significantly extends tool life compared to uncoated step drills. The precision-ground step geometry allows multiple hole sizes to be drilled with a single tool, eliminating constant bit changes and ensuring consistent hole quality in electrical panels, enclosures, studs, and sheet metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/4\" hex shank\u003c\/strong\u003e for quick-change compatibility with impact drivers and cordless drills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiN-coated cutting edges\u003c\/strong\u003e for longer life, smoother cutting, and reduced heat buildup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-starting split point\u003c\/strong\u003e for accurate starts with minimal walking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep drill geometry\u003c\/strong\u003e drills multiple hole sizes with one tool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-flute design\u003c\/strong\u003e provides balanced cutting and clean, round holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for drilling clean holes in \u003cstrong\u003esheet metal, electrical panels, junction boxes, conduit knockouts, HVAC ducting, studs, and enclosures\u003c\/strong\u003e. MSD-HEX step drills are especially effective where twist drills grab, chatter, or leave burrs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheet steel, mild steel, aluminum, brass, copper, thin non-ferrous metals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrical installation, HVAC work, metal fabrication, maintenance, field service, construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"compliance\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003eRecommended for sheet metal up to 1\/8\". Use moderate speed and steady pressure. 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Designed with a \u003cstrong\u003e1\/4\" hex impact-ready shank\u003c\/strong\u003e, these step drills are optimized for use with impact drivers and cordless drills, making them ideal for electricians, HVAC installers, maintenance technicians, and job-site professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eEach step drill in the MSD-HEX-SET3 features a durable \u003cstrong\u003eTitanium Nitride (TiN) coating\u003c\/strong\u003e that reduces friction, improves heat resistance, and significantly extends tool life. 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