Alpha Spiral Drill Bit 6mm Multipack 10 pcs

The Spiral Tile Drill Bit is a 6mm carbide-tipped bit for drilling porcelain, ceramic and natural stone tiles. Its spiral flute clears dust and limits heat as it drills.

Most cracked tiles during drilling come down to two things: heat building up at the tip, and dust packing into the hole so the bit starts to bind. A standard spear-point bit has no way of lifting debris out, so it grinds against its own dust. The spiral flute on this bit carries the dust up and out of the hole as it turns. That keeps the cutting edge in contact with the tile, the hole stays cleaner, and the tip runs cooler, so the bit lasts longer.

Key features:

• Carbide tip for hard, dense surfaces including porcelain and vitrified tiles
• Spiral flute that removes dust and debris while you drill
• 6mm diameter, the standard size for most wall plugs and fixings
• Round shank for standard drills and drill presses
• Blue coating for corrosion resistance and quick identification in the tool box

The 6mm size covers the everyday fixing jobs on a tiled wall: towel rails, toilet roll holders, shower screens, mirrors, shelving and bathroom cabinets. It also suits deeper holes, where clearing debris matters most.

Spiral or Arrow drill bit? Choose the Spiral for porcelain, hard natural stone and deeper holes, where heat and debris are the main risks. It runs in a standard drill or drill press. Our Arrow Drill Bit has a straight design built for fast entry and is the better pick for standard ceramic and glazed wall tiles and shallow-to-medium holes. Having both in your kit covers almost any drilling job on a tiled surface.

Tips for a clean hole: drill with the hammer function switched off, start at a slow speed until the tip bites through the glaze, then increase speed gradually with light, steady pressure. A strip of masking tape over the drilling point stops the bit wandering on a glossy surface. On porcelain, pause every few seconds or add a little water to keep the tip cool.

Specifications: 6mm diameter, carbide tip, round/cylindrical shank. Suitable for porcelain, ceramic, glazed and natural stone tiles.