Hougen 11118 Annular Cutter 17/32 in Hss Bright

Product Description

The HOUGEN 11118 is a high speed steel (HSS) annular cutter designed for cutting clean, precise holes in metal. Unlike twist drills, annular cutters remove only a core of material, reducing the force and time required to cut through steel. The 11118 features a 17/32 inch cutting diameter and a 1/4 inch depth of cut, with a 3/8 inch shank for use in compatible magnetic drill presses and cutter holders. The cutter is manufactured from M2 grade high speed steel and carries a bright, uncoated finish. It is suited for production and maintenance work where hole quality and cutter longevity matter.

This cutter is used in metal fabrication, structural steel work, pipefitting, and general maintenance applications. It handles hardened steel, mild steel, and stainless steel. The compact 1/4 inch depth of cut makes it appropriate for sheet metal and thin plate work. Machinists, ironworkers, and maintenance technicians commonly reach for this size when drilling mounting holes, bolt holes, or pass-through holes in steel plate or structural members. The 3/8 inch shank connects directly to annular cutter-compatible magnetic drill presses and arbors.

Key Features

• 17/32 inch cutting diameter for precise hole sizing
• 1/4 inch depth of cut suited for sheet and light plate work
• M2 grade high speed steel construction for wear resistance on steel substrates
• 3/8 inch shank diameter for compatibility with standard annular cutter arbors and mag drills
• Bright, uncoated finish on HSS base material
• Rated for use on hardened steel, mild steel, and stainless steel

Compatibility

Designed for use with magnetic drill presses and cutter holders that accept a 3/8 inch shank annular cutter. Suitable for cutting hardened steel, mild steel, and stainless steel.

Installation Notes

Annular cutters of this type are installed by a machinist or metalworker into a compatible mag drill arbor or cutter holder — confirm the arbor accepts a 3/8 inch shank before mounting. Use cutting oil or an appropriate metalworking fluid to extend cutter life and improve cut quality, especially on stainless steel. Secure the workpiece and the magnetic drill base fully before beginning the cut. Inspect the cutter teeth for chipping or wear before each use and replace if cutting edge integrity is compromised.