{"product_id":"greenlee-645-1-1-8-quick-change-carbide-tipped-hole-cutter-1-1-8-inch-stainless-steel-metal-cutting-hole-saw","title":"Greenlee 645-1-1\/8 Quick-Change Carbide-Tipped Hole Cutter – 1-1\/8 Inch Stainless Steel Metal Cutting Hole Saw","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeet the Greenlee 645-1-1\/8 Quick-Change Carbide-Tipped Hole Cutter, a tool built for speed and precision on demanding metalwork and plumbing tasks. The 1-1\/8 inch cutter is designed to produce clean, round holes for 3\/4 inch conduit, cutting through stainless steel, mild steel, aluminum, brass, fiberglass, and plastics with minimal effort and no oil required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey benefits at a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurr-free, accurately sized holes thanks to precision tungsten carbide teeth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile cutting across multiple materials, including stainless steel, with long-lasting durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo oil needed, reducing mess and maintenance on the job site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy tool changes with a push-and-turn quick-change arbor, maximizing time on task.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaceable cobalt steel pilot drill with a step design for smoother starts and less resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlange stop prevents over-drilling, while slug ejector helps remove cutouts quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIn the field\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReal-world drilling tasks benefit from a setup that stays sharp and aligned. The quick-change feature allows you to switch between cutter sizes without re-chucking, so you can adapt on the job as conduit diameters or panel thickness change. The slug ejector and flange stop contribute to cleaner holes and less drill retreat time in tight spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDurability and design\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe core of the tool is a carbide-tipped cutter with a replaceable cobalt steel pilot drill. The split-point tip helps prevent walking when you start the cut, and the step design reduces required force for metal cutting, resulting in smoother operation and less hand fatigue over long jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use (highlights)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach the 1-1\/8 inch cutter to the quick-change arbor with a simple push and turn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition over the mark and begin; the pilot drill helps locate the bore while the carbide teeth cut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish the cut, using the slug ejector to clear the piece and the flange stop to prevent over-drilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s included and compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe system uses a single arbor for multiple cutter heads, and a range of removable heads is available from 5\/8 inch to 3 inch. This enables quick adaptation if you need other hole sizes on the same job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What materials can the Greenlee 645-1-1\/8 hole cutter handle?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Designed for stainless steel, mild steel, aluminum, brass, fiberglass, and plastics; suitable for 3\/4\" conduit holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How does the quick-change feature save time on the job?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Push and turn to swap cutter heads without re-chucking, enabling faster setup and consistent hole quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Greenlee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53082337542255,"sku":"B001HWGEU0","price":50.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/0598\/3087\/files\/greenlee-645-1-1-8-quick-change-hole-saw-arbor.jpg?v=1778601145","url":"https:\/\/taskholt.com\/products\/greenlee-645-1-1-8-quick-change-carbide-tipped-hole-cutter-1-1-8-inch-stainless-steel-metal-cutting-hole-saw","provider":"TaskHolt","version":"1.0","type":"link"}