How do I use an adjustable carbide hole drill?

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Scott R asked:


I bought the QEP adjustable carbide hole drill to create a 1-1/2″ hole in some hard ceramic tile. I attached it to my hand-held power drill and began drilling. Once the hole cutting edge begins to cut into the tile, it does not stay level so it begins jumping and wobbling terribly. Is this not recommended for use with a hand-held power drill? I am I supposed to use some sort of drill press instead to keep it level? Or am I missing something?

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    • This entry was posted on Sunday, December 13th, 2009 at 3:30 am and is filed under Drills. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Both comments and pings are currently closed.

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    No Responses to “How do I use an adjustable carbide hole drill?”

    1. irish_trout Says:
      December 13th, 2009 at 12:42 pm

      The adjustable one is even harder still if you are determined to use my roto zip for this.

    2. Sarafina Chung Says:
      December 16th, 2009 at 12:11 am

      I only use carbon dioxide.