SDS Drill Bits

Learn more about SDS drill bits

SDS drill bits are made for SDS hammer drills. Their slotted shank locks into the chuck so the drill can drive the bit with a hammer action rather than relying on grip alone. That makes them a practical choice for masonry work in bricks and blocks and concrete.

The carbide tip cuts the masonry while the hammer action breaks it up. Longer bits reach greater depths and give clearance for dust to clear the hole. A 4-cut head is designed for use where the substrate demands a more stable cutting action.

Typical uses

• Drilling fixings into bricks, blocks and concrete.

• Preparing holes for wall plugs, anchors and other masonry fixings.

• Light demolition and chasing tasks with an SDS flat chisel.

• Cleaner, more accurate drilling with 4-cut SDS drill bits where the substrate demands it.

• General site use where SDS hammer drill bits are needed for repeat masonry work.

How to choose the right SDS drill bits

• Check the shank type first, SDS, SDS Plus or SDS Max must match the tool.

• Choose the drill bit size to suit the wall plug or anchor diameter.

• Pick the length to reach the required depth with enough clearance for dust.

• Use an SDS drill bit for concrete where the substrate is harder or more compact.

• Choose 4-cut SDS drill bits when you want a bit suited to harder masonry.

• Use an SDS flat chisel or SDS chisel bits for removal work rather than drilling.

Before you order

• Check the shank and the cutting length before you buy, so the bit fits the tool and reaches the fixing depth you need.

• If you are working to a wall plug or anchor size, match the bit to that fixing rather than guessing the diameter.

• If you need to cover several jobs on site, look for a set that gives you a spread of sizes.

• If you are unsure which bit suits the substrate, speak to a branch team for product specifications and compatibility guidance.

Explore our range of SDS drill bits

Browse SDS drill bits for everyday fixing work, SDS masonry drill bits for general masonry drilling and SDS hammer drill bits for trade site use. If you need a spread of sizes on site, look for SDS drill bits set options.

For removal work, pick an SDS flat chisel or other SDS chisel bits that suit the task. If you're drilling harder masonry, a 4 cut SDS drill bit can be the better fit when you want a more stable cutting action.

Use the range to match the tool, the substrate and the fixing method before you choose your bit.