Hougen 4-18236 Annular Cutter 1-1/8 in Carbide Tipped

Product Description

The HOUGEN 4-18236 is a carbide-tipped annular cutter designed for cutting clean, precise holes in metal without the material waste and heat buildup associated with twist drills. It cuts a 1-1/8 inch diameter hole to a maximum depth of 4 inches, making it suited for deep-reach applications in fabrication, structural steel work, and industrial maintenance. The 3/4 inch shank diameter features 2 flats for positive engagement in compatible magnetic drill press chucks, preventing slippage under load. The oxide straw finish helps reduce friction and extend tool life across repeated cuts.

This annular cutter is used by ironworkers, pipefitters, millwrights, and metal fabricators working with magnetic drill presses in shop or field environments. The 4 inch depth of cut makes it particularly useful for cutting through thick structural members, box sections, and heavy-gauge plate. Rated for use in aluminum, mild steel, stainless steel, and general steel stock, it handles the full range of common ferrous and non-ferrous metals encountered in trade and industrial applications.

Key Features

• 1-1/8 inch cutting diameter with 4 inch depth of cut for deep-reach hole making
• Carbide-tipped construction for extended edge life across hard and abrasive metals
• 3/4 inch shank with 2 flats for secure, anti-rotation chuck engagement
• Oxide straw finish reduces friction and heat during the cut
• Compatible material applications include aluminum, mild steel, stainless steel, and steel

Compatibility

Designed for use with magnetic drill presses 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 and operated by qualified ironworkers, fabricators, or maintenance technicians using a compatible magnetic drill press. Secure the workpiece and verify magnetic base engagement before beginning any cut. Use cutting fluid appropriate for the workpiece material to manage heat and extend cutter life. Inspect the cutting edges and shank flats before each use and remove the cutter from service if chipping or shank damage is observed.