DEWALT DW1803 Heavy Duty 7/16-Inch Shank Quick Change Mandrel (Fits Hole Saws 1-1/4-Inch - 6-Inch)

Reviews of DEWALT DW1803 Heavy Duty 7/16-Inch Shank Quick Change Mandrel (Fits Hole Saws 1-1/4-Inch - 6-Inch)

1.) Indusrial Production-Light Gauge Steel, Plastic, & Stainless
Reviewed by: Electrabuzz Houston, TX USA
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I have utilized several manufacturer's hole saw mandrels performing electrical work, routinely drilling light guage steel, aluminum, bronze, silicon bronze, stainless steel, plastics, and wood. Some mandrels are difficult to change from one size hole saw to the next because of inexpensive hex set screws stripping. Soooo aggrevating! Others, made like the Dewalt mandrel compare with an exposed spring release, but the spring being exposed, many times shavings interfere, it can be damaged, ruining the spring and making it difficult to unscew the locknut. I have found the Dewalt Mandrel to be easy and durable. Of course, drilling with hole saws can be dangerous and one should always be cautious, not agressive, allowing the saw to perform at it's own rate, especially when penetrating a variety of materials. I have yet to have this mandrel break or cause problems. It has proven to be very reliable, and I have been utilizing it for almost a year, drilling hundreds of holes (2-3/8" - 4-1/2"). I am sure, as with most attachments for power tools, even with the best of care, they will eventually have to be replaced. But, at this rate, my DeWalt Mandrel has paid for itself several times and has proven to be very effective and safe. "SAFETY FIRST"

2.) This is a great shank for hole saws.
Reviewed by: Adrian Michaud East Coast, USA
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I love the quick change mechanism on this shank. It's very secure and makes quick changing of hole saws very easy.


3.) DW1803 Mandrel
Reviewed by: John D. Wheeler Cox's Creek, Kentucky USA
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Appears to be a well built product. I've had frustrations with the quick change collar releasing while using it and results in a stuck mandrel in the hole saw. Today, after many years of use, one of the two pins in the quick connect broke off. I'm confused how it managed it, since the engineering would make one think it would be impossible.

Features of DEWALT DW1803 Heavy Duty 7/16-Inch Shank Quick Change Mandrel (Fits Hole Saws 1-1/4-Inch - 6-Inch)

The DeWalt DW1803 7/16-Inch Quick Change Mandrel is used with a 1/2 inch or larger chuck and 1-1/4- to 2-1/8 inch hole saw. The primary application of a hole saw is to install pipe, copper tubing, or PVC. These saws can be used to cut a round hole in either wood or metal, and when used with the proper mandrel, they will fit most drills.

DEWALT's Heavy-Duty 3/8-Inch Shank Quick Change Mandrel features a spring-loaded collar that automatically engages drive pins, a patented Pilot Point tip that allows for faster penetration of materials, and double-set screws with a recessed combination head making it easy to quickly change centering bits.

1.) Heavy-duty 3/8-inch shank mandrel with a spring-loaded collar for quick changing;
2.) Patented Pilot Tip allows for faster penetration of materials;
3.) Double-set screws and a recessed combination head make it easy to change centering bits;
4.) DEWALT offers a full range of standard and quick change mandrels for versatility in a wide range of hole saw applications;
5.) Pilot bits feature the patented DEWALT Pilot Point (R) tip for faster material penetration, particularly in metal;

Package Height x Length x Width: 6.9 in. x 6.9 in. x 2.7 in.
Package Weight: 0.55 lbs.

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