Hougen 3-18226 Annular Cutter 13/16 in Carbide Tipped

Product Description

The HOUGEN 3-18226 is a carbide-tipped annular cutter designed for fast, clean through-holes in ferrous and non-ferrous metals. With a cutter diameter of 13/16 inches (0.8125 inches decimal) and a cutting depth of 3 inches, this cutter handles deep-reach applications that standard twist drills cannot. The 3/4-inch shank diameter with 2 flats provides a secure, slip-resistant seating in compatible magnetic drill press chucks. The oxide straw finish helps resist heat buildup and corrosion during extended cutting cycles. Licensed metalworkers, structural fabricators, and ironworkers rely on annular cutters like this one for precise hole production with minimal material waste.

This cutter is suited for use in magnetic drill presses and stationary drill press setups where a 3/4-inch flatted shank is accepted. Compatible material applications include aluminum, mild steel, stainless steel, and general steel stock. It performs well in both shop fabrication environments and on-site structural steel work where a 3-inch depth of cut is required. The carbide-tipped construction makes it appropriate for harder materials and higher-volume production runs compared to standard high-speed steel cutters.

Key Features

• Carbide-tipped cutting edges for extended tool life on steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
• 13/16 inch (0.8125 inch) cutter diameter with 3 inch depth of cut for deep-reach hole making
• 3/4 inch shank diameter with 2 flats for secure chuck retention and reduced slippage
• Oxide straw finish helps manage heat and protects the tool body during operation
• Annular cutting geometry removes a core plug rather than solid chips, reducing heat and power demand

Compatibility

Designed for use in magnetic drill presses and drill press setups accepting a 3/4-inch flatted shank. Rated for cutting aluminum, mild steel, stainless steel, and general steel.

Installation Notes

Annular cutters of this type are installed by qualified metalworkers and structural fabricators using magnetic drill presses or compatible drill press equipment. Always power down and de-energize the drill unit before inserting or removing the cutter. Confirm the shank flats are fully engaged with the chuck set screws before beginning any cut. Use appropriate cutting fluid or coolant for the material being drilled to maximize cutter life and cut quality.