Fasteners like screws and anchors are critical in small and large-scale building projects to secure various components together. For a more secure fastener, selecting the correct drill bit size is vital. Depending on your needs, you can buy a single drill bit or a whole set. Find the best drill bits for screws in our online store.

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Check out our parent company, MG Metals, to explore more available options or get in touch at [email protected].

The diameter of the hole depends on the size of the drywall anchors. Therefore, comparing the drill bit's shank measurement with the anchor's front before drilling is necessary. Ideally, it should be the same diameter as the screw or slightly larger. The anchor's diameter is typically indicated on its box.

Our Aluminium Tooling Plate is cut using the latest cutting technology and is cut to very tight tolerances and given an excellent finish. Our standard cutting tolerance is +2/-0mm but if you need it tighter than this please ask.

Having holes with the correct diameter is crucial, especially if you use screws or other fasteners. Choosing the right drill bit size is the first step in getting the job done correctly.

The shank is usually round or square, depending on the brand and type. Therefore, the shank must be the same size and shape as the drill's chuck to fit the drill bit.

Using a drill bit that is the same size as the anchor's body is recommended. It is essential to use a drill bit large enough to drill a hole in the wall, but small enough that you can insert the anchor with your thumb without using a power tool.

To determine the size of the drill bit, you need to calculate the diameter of the hole that needs drilling. Drill bits with sizes between 1 mm and 20 mm in diameter are the most common drill bits.

Drill bits will fit on a drill as long as the shank size and diameter are the same. However, fitting drill bits from different brands will depend on two things; the shank's type and diameter.

To ensure that the drill bit is the same size as the anchor minus the flange, hold the drill up to the anchor and measure the distance from its end to your drill bit.

Anchors are available in various styles, sizes, and holding capacities that determine the maximum weight of an object that may be safely hung on it.

There are two distinct circular shanks: SDS and SDS Max, used in Hammer Drill Bits and Chisels. The SDS and SDS Plus have a 10-millimeter shank, whereas the SDS Max has an 18-millimeter shank. In addition, there are a lot of adapters that let you use different types and sizes of drill bits.

JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser.

All orders placed before 5:00pm Monday to Thursday and 3:00pm Friday will be dispatched on a next day carrier service. Carriage is free on all orders over £50 (Excluding VAT), if below £50 then next day delivery is £6.50

Choose from our range of aluminium and steel products, including metal plates, bars, nosings and angles to name just a few. Order online today for bespoke sizing and quick, nationwide delivery.

Drilling is a must-have skill for both DIY home improvement and large-scale tasks. Therefore, it’s important that you choose the right size bill bit for each drilling task.

Remember to examine the screw and drill bit first before filling to avoid costly mistakes. If the hole is too large, it will compromise the connection between the materials and the screw.

Concrete anchors and toggle bolts holes should be the same size. For example, 3/8 concrete anchor should have a 3/8 hole or be slightly larger. However, there is no need to use a drill bit for self-tap drywall anchors.

Place your order online and receive order confirmation and shipping updates99% of our products are despatched same day from stock.

The Aluminium Tooling Plate is available to order in a variety of thicknesses from 5mm - 150mm.Typical Uses for Aluminium Tooling Plate:

November Promotion - 10% Discount for orders over £500, 20% Discount for orders over £1000, 25% Discount for orders over £1500

One of the easiest ways to determine drill bit size is by examining the screws you are going to use. To do this, you should compare the diameter of your drill bit to the diameter of the screw to see if it's the best fit. Having the right size allows the head of the screw to penetrate the material without splitting the grain, while allowing the threads of the screw to join two boards together.

Clickmetal is a specialist in the online supply of stainless steel, galvanised steel, mild steel and aluminium. We cut all types of metal to size and supply across the United Kingdom to both trade and domestic customers.

Our Aluminium Tooling Plate is supplied in a 5000 series alloy. It is a cast product with both top and bottom surfaces machined to provide excellent thickness tolerances (+/-0.1mm). These surfaces are then protected with a removable PVC film. This product also provides good flatness stability when being machined so is ideal for moulds, casts and items that are heavily machined.

The drill bit should be almost the same size as the screw's center core, not the thread or spiral part. Some believe that drilling tiny pilot holes allows the screw to fit securely, resulting in a more stable bond. However, pilot holes that are too small might split or crack the object being drilled.