Wood Paddle Drill Bit GEKO 28 x 152 mm HEX shank G37316

GEKO Wood Paddle Drill Bit 28 x 152 mm with a HEX shank is a spade-style bit designed for fast, coarse drilling in timber. The bit features a 28 mm cutting diameter and a total length of 152 mm, making it suitable for creating through-holes for cables, pipes and rough carpentry bores. The hexagonal shank ensures a secure fit in quick-change chucks and impact drivers, reducing slip during use and enabling rapid bit swaps on site.

Advantages

The paddle design provides efficient chip removal and straightforward centring for general wood drilling tasks. A HEX shank offers improved grip in chucks and reduces round-shank slipping under load. Its 28 mm cutting diameter balances a large bore size with manageable torque requirements, and the 152 mm overall length allows drilling through typical timber sections used in framing and installation work.

Suitable for

• Drilling through softwoods and hardwoods
• Creating cable and pipe pass-through holes
• Carpentry and rough framing tasks
• Quick on-site boreholes for installations and renovations

Key specifications

• Cutting diameter: 28 mm
• Total length: 152 mm
• Shank type: HEX (hexagonal)
• Bit style: Paddle / spade
• Material: hardened tool steel (suitable for wood drilling)

How to use

Secure the GEKO paddle bit in a compatible chuck or quick-change holder, ensuring the hex shank seats fully to prevent slippage. Mark the drilling position and, if needed, pilot the hole with a smaller bit for precise placement. Apply steady, moderate pressure and a controlled drilling speed appropriate to the wood species; feed too fast can cause splintering while too slow may burn the wood. Withdraw the bit occasionally to clear chips from the bore for cleaner holes and reduced heat build-up.

Usage recommendations

Use cutting lubricant sparingly only when drilling resinous or extremely dense hardwoods, and always clamp workpieces securely. Wear eye protection to guard against flying chips. For cleaner exit holes, back the workpiece on sacrificial timber or reduce speed when approaching the far face.