Vaunt HSS Drill Bits
Vaunt drill bits cover the day to day holes that make a job move, from timber and steel to block and concrete, with sets and singles that earn drawer space.
If you're drilling all week, you need bits that start clean, hold their edge and match the job properly. This Vaunt range covers Vaunt options for wood, metal and masonry, plus Vaunt HSS Drill Bits, Vaunt Masonry Drill Bits, Vaunt Flat Drill Bits and Vaunt SDS Bits and Attachments. Whether you need a single replacement or a Vaunt drill bit set for mixed site work, pick the right pattern and get the holes done properly.
What Are Vaunt Drill Bits Used For?
- Drilling pilot holes through softwood, hardwood and sheet material before running screws home, so fixings bite cleanly without splitting the work.
- Boring through block, brick and masonry for plugs, frame fixings and bracket installs, especially on first fix and general refurb work.
- Cutting into steel, aluminium and other metals when fitting trunking, brackets, plant housings or workshop fabrications where a blunt bit just burns out.
- Opening out larger holes in joists, studwork and carcassing with flat and wood bits when pipe runs, cable routes and service penetrations need doing quickly.
- Taking on tougher concrete drilling with SDS options where a standard chuck bit will just skate, stall or wear out too fast on site.
Choosing the Right Vaunt Drill Bits
Sort the bit to the material first. Force the wrong one and you will waste time, blunt the tip and still end up with a poor hole.
1. Match the Bit to the Material
If you are drilling steel, go with HSS. If you are fixing into brick or block, use masonry bits. If you are boring timber fast, wood or flat bits make more sense. One bit does not do every job well, no matter what the packet says.
2. Singles or a Vaunt Drill Bit Set
If you burn through the same sizes every week, buy singles and keep spares. If you are doing mixed snagging, maintenance or van stock, a Vaunt drill bit set is the sensible shout because you will cover most day to day holes in one case.
3. Standard Shank or SDS
If the job is light masonry in a combi drill, standard shank bits are fine. If you are into concrete all day or drilling repeated fixing holes, move to SDS bits and the right hammer drill. It is quicker on the tool and easier on your wrists.
4. Buy the Sizes You Actually Use
Most trades wear out a handful of common sizes long before the rest. If you are forever on red plugs, frame fixings or pilot holes, stock those sizes properly instead of replacing full sets just for one missing bit.
Who Uses These on Site?
- Sparkies use Vaunt drilling bits for cable clips, back box fixings and tray work, and most keep a mixed set in the van so they are not caught short between timber, metal and block.
- Chippies reach for Vaunt wood drill bits and flat bits when they are boring joists, fitting ironmongery or doing first fix where clean starts matter.
- Plumbers and heating fitters use masonry and SDS bits for brackets, pipe clips and plant fixings, especially on refurbs where every wall seems different.
- General builders, maintenance teams and snagging crews swear by a Vaunt drill bit set because it covers the usual site jobs without digging through three different cases.
Useful Extras to Keep Your Drill Bits Working
A few simple add ons save snapped bits, rough holes and repeat trips back to the van.
1. Bit Cases and Organisers
Loose drill bits disappear fast on site and the small sizes always seem to go first. A proper case keeps sizes sorted, stops edges knocking together and means you can grab the right bit without emptying a toolbox on the floor.
2. Cutting Fluid for Metal Drilling
If you are using HSS bits on steel, a bit of cutting fluid makes a real difference. It keeps heat down, helps the bit cut instead of squeal and stops you cooking the edge halfway through the job.
3. Depth Stops and Guides
These save you from punching too deep into finished work or drilling right through where you should not. Handy when you need repeated fixing depths in kitchens, bathrooms or second fix work.
Choose the Right Vaunt Drill Bits for the Job
Use this quick guide to match the bit type to the work in front of you.
| Your Job | Bit Type | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling steel brackets, trunking or sheet metal | Vaunt HSS drill bits | Ground for metal cutting, clean starts, better heat handling than using the wrong general bit |
| Fixing into brick, block and mortar | Vaunt masonry bits | Tungsten carbide tips, built for hammer drilling, suited to plugs and common fixing sizes |
| Boring fast holes through joists and timber | Vaunt wood drill bits or flat bits | Faster chip clearance, cleaner timber cutting, ideal for pipe and cable routes |
| Repeated concrete drilling on tougher site work | Vaunt SDS bits | SDS fitment for rotary hammers, faster progress in hard material, less strain on the drill |
| General van stock and mixed snagging work | Vaunt mixed drill bit set | Covers wood, metal and masonry in one case, easier to keep common sizes together |
Common Buying and Usage Mistakes
- Buying one mixed set and expecting it to cover every trade job. It is fine for general van stock, but if you drill one material all week, buy the proper specialist bits and spare sizes you actually wear out.
- Using masonry bits in metal or HSS bits in brick because they look close enough. That usually ends with slow progress, burnt tips or a hole that wanders, so always match the bit to the material.
- Running too much speed and pressure when drilling metal. That overheats the bit and kills the cutting edge, so back the speed off and let the bit cut properly.
- Trying to drill tough concrete with a standard shank bit in a combi drill all day. It is slow, hard on the tool and rough on you, so step up to SDS when the material calls for it.
- Keeping blunt or chipped bits in the case for too long. They make poor holes and put extra load on the drill, so replace them before they start costing you time.
HSS vs Masonry vs SDS Bits
HSS Drill Bits
Best for metal, plastics and lighter sheet materials where you need a clean, controlled cut. They are the wrong choice for brick or concrete, where they will dull fast and barely make progress.
Masonry Drill Bits
These are your day to day choice for brick, block and mortar in a standard drill or combi. Fine for common fixing holes, but they are not the tool for repeated heavy concrete work.
SDS Bits
Made for SDS drills and tougher drilling into concrete and dense masonry. If you are making lots of holes or working in hard stuff all week, this is the faster and less punishing option.
Maintenance and Care
Clean Off Dust and Swarf
Wipe bits down after use, especially after masonry or metal drilling. Packed dust and metal swarf hold moisture and shorten the life of the cutting edge.
Store Them Properly
Chucking loose bits in a tote is the fastest way to chip tips and lose the smaller sizes. Keep them in their case or organiser so the edges stay protected and the sizes stay readable.
Do Not Overheat HSS Bits
Too much speed on metal turns a decent bit into scrap in no time. Use sensible speed, steady pressure and cutting fluid where needed to stop the tip bluing and losing its edge.
Replace Worn Bits Early
A blunt bit slows the job, damages the finish and works the drill harder than it needs to. If it is skating, burning or chattering, it is time for a fresh one.
Why Shop for Vaunt Drill Bits at ITS?
Whether you need a single replacement, a full Vaunt bit set or the right Vaunt drilling bits for wood, metal, masonry or SDS work, we stock the proper range. It is all in our own warehouse, ready for next day delivery, so you can get the bits you need without holding the job up.
Vaunt Drill Bits FAQs
What drill bits does Vaunt make?
Vaunt makes a solid spread of drill bits for the usual site materials, including HSS bits for metal, masonry bits for brick and block, wood bits, flat bits and SDS bits for tougher drilling. It is the sort of range that covers everyday van stock as well as trade specific jobs.
Are Vaunt drill bits compatible with all drills?
Not every bit fits every drill, so check the shank before you buy. Standard straight shank bits suit normal drill chucks, while SDS bits need an SDS drill. Match the bit fitting to the tool and you will be fine.
What materials can Vaunt drill bits be used on?
That depends on the bit type. Vaunt HSS drill bits are for metal and similar materials, masonry bits are for brick, block and mortar, wood bits are for timber, and SDS bits are for harder masonry and concrete. Use the right bit for the material or you will shorten its life fast.
Are Vaunt drill bit sets available?
Yes, there are Vaunt drill bit set options, including mixed sets that make sense for general site work and maintenance jobs. They are handy if you want common sizes in one case, but if you hammer the same diameters every day, buy spare singles as well.
Are Vaunt drill bits any good for regular trade use?
Yes, for day to day trade drilling they are a sensible choice. The key is buying the right pattern for the work. Use HSS for metal, masonry for brick, wood bits for timber and SDS when standard bits start struggling, and they will serve you properly.
Will a mixed Vaunt bit set replace specialist bits?
For general snagging and van stock, a mixed Vaunt drill bit set is handy. For repeated drilling into one material all week, no. Specialist bits in the sizes you use most will work faster, last longer and give a cleaner result.
