Robert Bosch Tool Group NKLT18 Auger Bit 1-1/8 X 17 Inches

Product Description

The ROBERT BOSCH TOOL GROUP NKLT18 is a 1-1/8-inch by 17-inch auger bit engineered for wood boring in applications where embedded nails are a constant hazard. Part of the Daredevil Nail Killer line, this bit features dual cutting edges that balance drilling forces while delivering enough edge strength to cut through nails without stalling or shattering. The reinforced tip is built to absorb repeated nail impacts, and the open-faced flute design clears chips efficiently to maintain consistent bore speed. Carpenters, framers, and electricians running cable through framing regularly encounter nails, and this bit is sized and constructed to handle that reality.

This auger bit is suited for rough-in work in residential and light commercial construction, including framing, decking, and structural drilling where older lumber with embedded fasteners is common. Electricians and plumbers drilling through wall plates and joists for conduit or pipe runs will find the nail-tolerant design reduces bit changes and downtime. The 17-inch length provides reach through thick assemblies without an extension. The 1-1/8-inch diameter accommodates standard cable and conduit clearance requirements in typical rough-in scenarios.

Key Features

• Dual cutting edges balance drilling load and cut through embedded nails
• Reinforced tip withstands repeated nail impacts without premature failure
• Open-faced flute design promotes fast, efficient chip removal
• Reamer edge improves entry and exit hole quality, reducing blowout
• Rated for 9 times longer life compared to standard bits when encountering nail hits
• 1-1/8-inch diameter by 17-inch length suits deep reach applications in framing and rough-in work

Compatibility

Designed as a replacement or job-site auger bit for use with standard hex-shank and auger-compatible drill chucks in corded and cordless drills rated for auger bits. No specific model compatibility was provided in the product data.

Installation Notes

This bit is installed by a carpenter, electrician, or plumber using a heavy-duty corded or cordless drill with an appropriate chuck rating for auger bits. Confirm the drill chuck is fully secured before operation and that the work surface is stable. When drilling through existing framing or salvaged lumber, assume nails may be present and advance at a controlled feed rate. Follow all applicable OSHA jobsite safety requirements when operating rotary drilling tools overhead or in confined framing cavities.