how to drill stainless steel?

William B2012-04-24T05:33:32Z

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use water to cool it drill at slow speed

Jim W2012-04-24T14:05:32Z

Use the correct speed for the diameter of the hole. Also use a cutting compound designed for Stainless Steel. Plain cutting oil or water and acetic acid/ vinegar will not work for a production situation.

elhigh2012-04-24T12:41:35Z

Go slow. Fresh bit in the drill, moderate to slow drill speed, constant pressure on the drill bit, and keep adding cutting oil. Don't forget the cutting oil.

The worst thing is to try to go too fast. You'll cook the bit in no time.

Stan2012-04-24T12:31:43Z

Use vinegar that has a high % content of acid as a cutting lubricant when drilling.

?2012-04-24T12:07:11Z

A good bit and high speed drill.