I've been watching manufacturer videos for about an hour trying to figure out what the difference between two hammer drills was and all I got was stupid music and marketing crap. You've answered all of my questions and more in five minutes, thank you!
This was exactly what I needed to hear. I'm in the market for a rotary hammer. I've been doing more jobs requiring one and I would rather own than rent. I could never find advice applicable to my applications, always being told to "go big". SDS Plus seems to be all I need. Thank you, now I can shop for the appropriate tools.
Sds. Plus is good for up to 3/4”....it’s rated 1 1/8”...about 3/4 of the Max output is all you should use for bits...we use Dewalt sds plus for 5/8 and 3/4 HDU hold downs, works very fast and reliable.....anything over that we use a Hilti max...Although Flexvolt has a 1 7/8 “ coming soon at 13.3 joules... Great videos...good info 👍🏼
Joe Framer I use a 1 1/8 bit on my sds plus drill sometimes and found that using a higher AH rated battery definitely gives it more power and speed. They only advertise more run time but reality is they allow for a lot more power also.
Yes, for anything 3/4" and under SDS Plus works pretty well, possibly even faster than SDS Max depending on your drill. SDS Plus is a lot cheaper. I decent SDS Plus drill can be had for less than $200 (DEWALT DCH133B is a good example). Decent SDS Max drills are at least $400. The SDS Plus drills are not bad and can be pretty powerful. They will work much better than a standard hammer drill
Still didn't quite catch the difference between the old SDS and the "improved" SDS+. I'm just curious as to what they changed. I have both here, and can't tell the difference.
I have a Rotary Hammer Drill that has a chuck designed for SDS Plus Drill Bit. Question: A) Will i be able to use an SDS Max Drill Bit on the machine? B) Can i also insert and use a SDS drill bit on a SDS Plus Chuck Rotary Hammer Drill? Look forward to your answer.
Great video! You just took a lot of the mystery out of my most recent tool purchase! As a DIY’er, I love me my tools (DeWalt is my drug of choice). I just scored on a “tool only” deal on the DCH133 ($142, otd via Woot) and bought that exact Bosch chisel and bit set ($32 otd on sale, Amazon). My first use was removing carpet tack from concrete floors using that flat chisel and it’s ridiculously good at that. I’ve got various projects planned that will require holes in concrete and stucco; I expect I have all I’ll need for my purposes.
Can you recommend a 4 inch core bit for SDS Plus? You said in your video that you can find them but could be hard. I can't! If you have any links/suggestions please let me know. I know it will take longer to core with SDS Plus.
Great informative & concise video. Thank you. For commercial construction use with sporadic small renovation work requiring chiseling trenches in bathroom walls for electrical and or copper lines/conduits, is it better to get a the smallest (lightest) SDS Max machine and use an SDS max to SDS plus reducing adapter instead of an SDS plus rotary hammer. My staff have broken two SDS Plus Hammers in such applications? Between Makita and Bosh SDS Max which make and model do you recommend? Kindly advise. Thank you. I have a Heavy Duty Bosch SDS Max Demo Hammer for Floors & Slabs and a Makita Breaker Hex Demolition Hammer.
Dang, me stupid- I thoughts that the 1"in the desciption be talkin about size of shank but nooo now I have to buy sds..... everything. Thanks for info.
Do you know of an adapter that would allow SDS-Max bits to be used on a SDS-Plus tool? I have a lot of nice chisel and point bits for my DeWalt SDS-Max demo hammer that I would like to occasionally use on my smaller SDS-Plus rotary hammer. I recall seeing adapters to use SDS-Plus bits on SDS-Max tool but not the other way around.
Yep! I know it sounds silly but I only need to use the bits once in a while on the SDS-Plus tool. I even have a nice SDS-Max spade digging tool that would be nice to use. Normally, with most adapters, using bigger gizmos on a smaller tool (i.e. 1/2" sockets on 3/8" ratchet) is more common as you don't have to worry about breakage. So it's odd that they have adapters to use the small SDS-Plus bits on giant SDS-Max tools. :-)
EOSJOE no, he sez thats not available b/c sds has less hammering power which is why they dont make the sds bits in the larger sizes to begin with. Get the bigger hammer and the adapter to use sds in sds max
That's not the issue. I already have a large DeWalt SDS-MAX 23 lb. demo hammer. I have a lot of nice chisel, point and spade tool bits. I also have a SDS-Plus tool. I would love to use my SDS-MAX chisel and spade bits without having to go out and buy a new set of SDS-Plus bits. The bits I have are the same size as their SDS-Plus counter parts. The only difference is the shaft. If there is an adapter to use smaller SDS-Plus on a big SDS-MAX tool (which to me would risk damaging the smaller bits), why isn't there an adapter to use the larger shanked SDS-MAX bits in the SDS-Plus tool? There is no risk of breaking anything when you use a large bit on a small tool. It's like using a 1/2" socket adapter on a 3/8" ratchet... no damage. But use a 3/8" adapter on a 1/2" ratchet and you can break something. :-)
QUESTION....I'm in the process of digging post holes. I am hitting solid rock at approximately 20". I found a RELTON CC-36MX 1" x 36" Cold Chisel - SDS-Max. Would you recommend I use this with a SDS Max Rotary Hammer drill or find a jack hammer that accepts a SDS MAX Chisel?
I wish you would have covered the threads on the shafts. There's another variable that seems to be a confusing mess. But good video , cleared up the ideology of the shanks for me.
Wie immer ein gutes Video. Was mir im Test aber fehlt, ist, wie unterschiedlich die beiden Bohrer im Vibrationssinn sind. Kann man das nicht testen? Für mich ist der Bosch der Gewinner. Umgekehrt (rückwärdts) drehen, leichter, rückwärtskompatibel mit den Batterien und so weiter.
I have a sds hammer drill can I use a sds max bit on the smaller drill, I know you can get adapter from max to sds but can you get an adapter the other way round sds to sds max.?
Unlikely that you could find an adapter. SDS Max is usually used in larger bits so for most, adapters would be pointless since the smaller sds drills could not handle those bits.
My hammer drill is not rotary. It fastens the drill bit like fastening screws so that the input portion is narrowed to fasten the drill bit. Can it be used with SDS whatever bits if it can fasten them?
You can easily find them down to around 1/2", but you can use the Bosch HA1030 adapter to go to SDS plus bits if needed. Getting into smaller bits with that large of drill could cause for some breaking of bits.
To confuse everyone but a necessary piece of information... Bosch also makes a bulldog extreme max that accepts sds plus bits up to 1-1/8 diameter. The Bosch sds max is the larger drill Styled like the Hilti and accepts the much larger max shanks and bits..... not the bulldog max series. Why they used the max terminology in both products is beyond me. Many people have bought that drill thinking their getting its larger brother performance.
Installing accordion shutters. Requires about 30 tapcons each..I'm assuming that an sds plus can make the job way easier...however...is there a chance the drill can break da wall? If it is the empty cinder blocks?
Your drilling 1/4" or 3/8" holes? Most likely would not break the block but a good hammer drill like the Dewalt dcd998 or 999 might work better for you long term.
I just inherited a nice but old Hilti Torna 765. It uses a hexagon drive shaft system. Looks like 12mm or just between 1/2" and 7/16". Is there any adapter to get from this size hex to SDS plus?
For the home owner, it is usually cheaper to rent the big SDS-max drill with the core bit, than to buy it. You simply don't use it often enough to justify the expense. I came upon this video today because we had to drill a 110mm hole through a concrete slab today (that would be a little over 4 inches). The tool-rental places were all closed, so the usual method of drilling several smaller holes in a circular pattern until you've disturbed it enough to chisel it out was used. It took way over an hour with a normal SDS drill. About halfway through I hopped on the internet to see if I could perhaps buy an SDS-plus core drill of that size. The answer is yes... you can buy a 110mm core drill with an SDS-plus connection... but man is it expensive. It's almost as much as a new entry-level Makita SDS drill...
Tks for sharing... how much is the SDX max bosh. Would appreciate your advice on where to get one at a better price, hard plastic case with room for all types of bits ... Tks a lot. God bless 🙏🏻👌🏻.. just subscribed
Great video and good explanation of the bit sizing and their limits. Too many people buy because it's the 'cheapest" version but never the right size for the job. They mention core size bit, is that to say an SDS Max can core a hole up to 6 " and drill a 1 3/4" hole. What would be a hole sizing using an SDS Max Drill?
Thank you for the post! I know my comment isn't related to this video, but I'm hoping you'd be willing to help me out. I often have to drill through concrete walls at least 10" thick. I use a rotary hammer drill with a 5/8 and 1/2 drill bits and I'm blowing out the other side of the wall even with the 5/8 bit. What's the best way to drill a 3/4 core hole and keep it clean without damaging the surface of the wall for mounting purposes?
Coring machine man. Hilti has a selection over the years, and you can prob find them used. And I've seen off-brand machines as well. I'd think harbor freight has'm, if ya don't want to spend 1000s for a new Hilti.
I'm thinking more about what you actually asked. Seems a coring bit is too big. If I was worried about blowing out the other side of the wall (which I do understand why you could be concerned), I think I'd try putting a search bit through, ie; 3/8" etc, then use your 3/4" on the inside where you don't want it blowing out, then outside to drill your 3/4 hole. To me it seems it won't blast concrete/stone shrapnel that way.
@@Squillaempusa. I take it that your terminology of a search bit is the same as drilling a pilot hole before using the actual bit size needed to make the permanent hole? If so, we tried using a smaller bit first, but for some reason it still blows out the other side of the wall. We're using a rotary hammer drill and I'm thinking it's the hammer that's causing the damage when it punches through the other side. That's why I was hoping that if we used a core bit that it would give us a much cleaner ending result.
Yea, search bit/pilot bit. What about using a coring bit/cup bit for rotary hammer (lined up with pilot hole) on inside wall where you're having it blow out to kinda score the wall. I'm wondering if the blow out will be contained to inside of the cup bit hole. I feel like I'm rambling. Anyway, I agree that a coring machine would do much better, but you're looking at spending some loot. Not sure what your situation is. We use one a few times a year, when going through brick or a deep concrete wall, but only when we need a 2-3" hole. Not sure about less than 1".
I do hvac, obviously I'm not a concrete guy. So take what I'm saying with a grain of salt. I have gone through concrete, brick, and stone many many times, but not terribly concerned about the blow out (as long as no one gets hit by the chunks flying), since it's usually in a basement out of sight. Plus we usually sleeve the hole and patch around it with silicone or furnace cement.
Thx for the video. Bosch bulldog sds+ corded was the drill for years, but I've switched to Ridgid 18v sds+ and it's perfect for our 3/8" drop in anchors.
I've been watching manufacturer videos for about an hour trying to figure out what the difference between two hammer drills was and all I got was stupid music and marketing crap. You've answered all of my questions and more in five minutes, thank you!
Glad we could help!
Yes, this is an excellent summary, and includes a ton of value. Thanks.
I been searching for two days. It’s a simple question and no one seems to answer effectively but YOU. Ty
This was exactly what I needed to hear. I'm in the market for a rotary hammer. I've been doing more jobs requiring one and I would rather own than rent. I could never find advice applicable to my applications, always being told to "go big". SDS Plus seems to be all I need. Thank you, now I can shop for the appropriate tools.
When I first used an sds drill many, many years ago it was a life changing discovery, what had been taking hours now took second. Love sds.
Sds. Plus is good for up to 3/4”....it’s rated 1 1/8”...about 3/4 of the Max output is all you should use for bits...we use Dewalt sds plus for 5/8 and 3/4 HDU hold downs, works very fast and reliable.....anything over that we use a Hilti max...Although Flexvolt has a 1 7/8 “ coming soon at 13.3 joules...
Great videos...good info 👍🏼
Joe Framer I use a 1 1/8 bit on my sds plus drill sometimes and found that using a higher AH rated battery definitely gives it more power and speed. They only advertise more run time but reality is they allow for a lot more power also.
Yup. Have had a reliable hilti rep telling me the higher ah is capacity only, but I think most users notice more power/torque also.
Yes, for anything 3/4" and under SDS Plus works pretty well, possibly even faster than SDS Max depending on your drill. SDS Plus is a lot cheaper. I decent SDS Plus drill can be had for less than $200 (DEWALT DCH133B is a good example). Decent SDS Max drills are at least $400. The SDS Plus drills are not bad and can be pretty powerful. They will work much better than a standard hammer drill
I’ve been doing commercial and industrial for almost 10+ years and I’ve seen nothing but SDS plus a majority of the time. Idk what he’s talking about.
Last remark about 2min vs 45min, sold me. I am upgrading.
Thanks for clarifying this for me and helping me make a more informed purchasing decision. Excellent presentation!
Still didn't quite catch the difference between the old SDS and the "improved" SDS+. I'm just curious as to what they changed. I have both here, and can't tell the difference.
if i am not mistaken (i worked at bosch years ago), sds had a shorter stroke than sds+
2:42 how is the vacuum attachment doing anything so far away from the tip?
That is a Bosch SpeedClean bit. Check out this video on it. th-cam.com/video/5Osg2NUMANE/w-d-xo.html
WorkshopAddict yeah but its not sucking dust until he deills the hole another 18 inches deeper.
@@UpcomingJedi It's sucking dust the whole time. That's the point of these bits. Check out WorkshopAddicts video link and you'll see it in action.
I think the bit is hollow and sucks dust through from the tip? @@UpcomingJedi
www.boschtools.com/us/en/more/extras/specials/speed-clean/
I have a Rotary Hammer Drill that has a chuck designed for SDS Plus Drill Bit. Question: A) Will i be able to use an SDS Max Drill Bit on the machine? B) Can i also insert and use a SDS drill bit on a SDS Plus Chuck Rotary Hammer Drill? Look forward to your answer.
A: No, you can not use an SDS Max bit B: You can use an SDS or SDS Plus bit
@@WorkshopAddict Thank You so much for the answer
I didn't realize I needed a special drill to be able to use the Bosch SDS PLUS CONCRETE DRILL BIT I bought.
Yes, but you can buy the Bosch Multi-Purpose bits for your regular hammer drill.
Dumb ass
Lol
Great video! You just took a lot of the mystery out of my most recent tool purchase!
As a DIY’er, I love me my tools (DeWalt is my drug of choice). I just scored on a “tool only” deal on the DCH133 ($142, otd via Woot) and bought that exact Bosch chisel and bit set ($32 otd on sale, Amazon).
My first use was removing carpet tack from concrete floors using that flat chisel and it’s ridiculously good at that. I’ve got various projects planned that will require holes in concrete and stucco; I expect I have all I’ll need for my purposes.
Can you recommend a 4 inch core bit for SDS Plus? You said in your video that you can find them but could be hard. I can't! If you have any links/suggestions please let me know. I know it will take longer to core with SDS Plus.
Can you insert and SDS-Plus bit into an SDS Hammer Drill?
Yes
but the opposite (i.e. an sds bit in a sds+ machine) does not work. In my experience.
Thank you for the valuable information for the beginner; helps to understand the products available and the capabilities.
Thanks for the SDS lesson! I learnt something today 🤓
Nicely done! I knew nothing about SDS before today, I feel like my brain has grown three sizes!
You mean SDS max
Thank you, in the first 3 minutes of your video you explained or answered all my questions regarding hammer drill SDS. Thanks again, great video.
Thank you! Clear and concise explanation. I am no longer confused.
Great informative & concise video. Thank you. For commercial construction use with sporadic small renovation work requiring chiseling trenches in bathroom walls for electrical and or copper lines/conduits, is it better to get a the smallest (lightest) SDS Max machine and use an SDS max to SDS plus reducing adapter instead of an SDS plus rotary hammer. My staff have broken two SDS Plus Hammers in such applications?
Between Makita and Bosh SDS Max which make and model do you recommend? Kindly advise. Thank you.
I have a Heavy Duty Bosch SDS Max Demo Hammer for Floors & Slabs and a Makita Breaker Hex Demolition Hammer.
Thank you for an excellent explanation of the various sizes
Dang, me stupid- I thoughts that the 1"in the desciption be talkin about size of shank but nooo now I have to buy sds..... everything. Thanks for info.
very useful and clarifies some of the history/mystery of modern drilling in masonry. Good web video too.
Good info.
That had to be hard saying SDS, SDS+ and SDS Max so fast so many times...lol
Always great videos.
Thanks
Eric
Yeah eric, I was surprised I did not mess it up!
are the shanks of all SDS drill bits are the same no matter how big or small is the bits body is? thanks
Yes, to a point.
Thanks a million for the upload. That video answered what i was wondering and more.
BETTER explanation than most
Thank you for the no nonsense explanation.
Do you know of an adapter that would allow SDS-Max bits to be used on a SDS-Plus tool? I have a lot of nice chisel and point bits for my DeWalt SDS-Max demo hammer that I would like to occasionally use on my smaller SDS-Plus rotary hammer. I recall seeing adapters to use SDS-Plus bits on SDS-Max tool but not the other way around.
You want this, but plus to max? amzn.to/2N11xUi
Yep! I know it sounds silly but I only need to use the bits once in a while on the SDS-Plus tool. I even have a nice SDS-Max spade digging tool that would be nice to use. Normally, with most adapters, using bigger gizmos on a smaller tool (i.e. 1/2" sockets on 3/8" ratchet) is more common as you don't have to worry about breakage. So it's odd that they have adapters to use the small SDS-Plus bits on giant SDS-Max tools. :-)
There has to be one out there.
EOSJOE no, he sez thats not available b/c sds has less hammering power which is why they dont make the sds bits in the larger sizes to begin with. Get the bigger hammer and the adapter to use sds in sds max
That's not the issue. I already have a large DeWalt SDS-MAX 23 lb. demo hammer. I have a lot of nice chisel, point and spade tool bits. I also have a SDS-Plus tool. I would love to use my SDS-MAX chisel and spade bits without having to go out and buy a new set of SDS-Plus bits. The bits I have are the same size as their SDS-Plus counter parts. The only difference is the shaft. If there is an adapter to use smaller SDS-Plus on a big SDS-MAX tool (which to me would risk damaging the smaller bits), why isn't there an adapter to use the larger shanked SDS-MAX bits in the SDS-Plus tool? There is no risk of breaking anything when you use a large bit on a small tool. It's like using a 1/2" socket adapter on a 3/8" ratchet... no damage. But use a 3/8" adapter on a 1/2" ratchet and you can break something. :-)
QUESTION....I'm in the process of digging post holes. I am hitting solid rock at approximately 20". I found a RELTON CC-36MX 1" x 36" Cold Chisel - SDS-Max. Would you recommend I use this with a SDS Max Rotary Hammer drill or find a jack hammer that accepts a SDS MAX Chisel?
whats your recommendation if I'm looking for something that helps me chip rock when I dig into the ground to install irrigation?
Thanks for your videos, I am interested in the difference between Bosch Rh382 and RH 432, and which is better?
What will be you main use for the tool?
@@WorkshopAddict which would you recommend for 3/4" holes in reinforced concrete, 2" deep. 40 on a job. 20 +/- times per year ?
This was the information I was looking for. Thank you.
I wish you would have covered the threads on the shafts. There's another variable that seems to be a confusing mess. But good video , cleared up the ideology of the shanks for me.
Wie immer ein gutes Video. Was mir im Test aber fehlt, ist, wie unterschiedlich die beiden Bohrer im Vibrationssinn sind. Kann man das nicht testen? Für mich ist der Bosch der Gewinner. Umgekehrt (rückwärdts) drehen, leichter, rückwärtskompatibel mit den Batterien und so weiter.
Sorry wrong video :(
I have a sds hammer drill can I use a sds max bit on the smaller drill, I know you can get adapter from max to sds but can you get an adapter the other way round sds to sds max.?
Unlikely that you could find an adapter. SDS Max is usually used in larger bits so for most, adapters would be pointless since the smaller sds drills could not handle those bits.
Just bought an Aoben 1-1/4 inch SDS Plus, 13Amp Rotary Hammer. There is no manual anywhere. Can you give me some advice?
My hammer drill is not rotary. It fastens the drill bit like fastening screws so that the input portion is narrowed to fasten the drill bit. Can it be used with SDS whatever bits if it can fasten them?
What's the difference between SDS & SDS Plus?
Not sure if you are still curious but there's not really one just an updated name honestly
What’s the smallest concrete drill bits you can use with the SDS max
You can easily find them down to around 1/2", but you can use the Bosch HA1030 adapter to go to SDS plus bits if needed. Getting into smaller bits with that large of drill could cause for some breaking of bits.
Can you use the most common/typical drill bits inside of an SDS drill? I can't find this information ANYWHERE
No.
For hardscape purposes, what is the best type of drill to use for wet pressure treated timbers (up to 10 1/2 “ with 5/16, 3/8, 7/16 bits)?
@WorkshopAddict let's say I just want to remove old tile mortar with a removal Chisel Bit should I get SDS or SDS plus? Thanks for your video
SDS plus will fit a sds or sds plus drill. If you are asking what drill to purchase, go as large as you can and justify the cost of it for the job.
Id rather see footage of you in the shop than someone drilling. Maybe make the shots of people suing the tools not at long, but good video!
Clarify and informative, thank you so much!
Nicely explained, easy to understand and well presented, thank-you.
I want buy an SDS max rotary hammer drill. Will it support sds plus as well
@@8m405 no, sds max and sds plus are two different shank sizes.
If I'm looking at this how do I know what the shank size is or are they universal
To confuse everyone but a necessary piece of information... Bosch also makes a bulldog extreme max that accepts sds plus bits up to 1-1/8 diameter. The Bosch sds max is the larger drill Styled like the Hilti and accepts the much larger max shanks and bits..... not the bulldog max series. Why they used the max terminology in both products is beyond me. Many people have bought that drill thinking their getting its larger brother performance.
You sir are a gentleman.
Very helpful and informative video...thank you!
when will Bosch introduce their cordless SDS MAXlike Milwaukee and Dewalt have with their 1 and 9/16th inch?
Hope soon as there are rumors of a new battery in the works.
@@WorkshopAddict Metabo HPT is the best SDS Max in its class and the AC adapter is a game changer for bigger jobs
Installing accordion shutters. Requires about 30 tapcons each..I'm assuming that an sds plus can make the job way easier...however...is there a chance the drill can break da wall? If it is the empty cinder blocks?
Your drilling 1/4" or 3/8" holes? Most likely would not break the block but a good hammer drill like the Dewalt dcd998 or 999 might work better for you long term.
Thanks! I had no idea and now I am educated!
I just inherited a nice but old Hilti Torna 765. It uses a hexagon drive shaft system. Looks like 12mm or just between 1/2" and 7/16". Is there any adapter to get from this size hex to SDS plus?
Clear and easy explanation. Thank you.
That cleared up a lot. Thanks
Nicely done Mate. Very well explained. Great.
For the home owner, it is usually cheaper to rent the big SDS-max drill with the core bit, than to buy it. You simply don't use it often enough to justify the expense.
I came upon this video today because we had to drill a 110mm hole through a concrete slab today (that would be a little over 4 inches). The tool-rental places were all closed, so the usual method of drilling several smaller holes in a circular pattern until you've disturbed it enough to chisel it out was used. It took way over an hour with a normal SDS drill.
About halfway through I hopped on the internet to see if I could perhaps buy an SDS-plus core drill of that size. The answer is yes... you can buy a 110mm core drill with an SDS-plus connection... but man is it expensive. It's almost as much as a new entry-level Makita SDS drill...
Tks for sharing... how much is the SDX max bosh. Would appreciate your advice on where to get one at a better price, hard plastic case with room for all types of bits ... Tks a lot. God bless 🙏🏻👌🏻.. just subscribed
Great video and good explanation of the bit sizing and their limits. Too many people buy because it's the 'cheapest" version but never the right size for the job. They mention core size bit, is that to say an SDS Max can core a hole up to 6 " and drill a 1 3/4" hole. What would be a hole sizing using an SDS Max Drill?
All SDS drill are rated for the max standard hole they can drill. Core sizes vary between companies.
Thank you for the post! I know my comment isn't related to this video, but I'm hoping you'd be willing to help me out. I often have to drill through concrete walls at least 10" thick. I use a rotary hammer drill with a 5/8 and 1/2 drill bits and I'm blowing out the other side of the wall even with the 5/8 bit. What's the best way to drill a 3/4 core hole and keep it clean without damaging the surface of the wall for mounting purposes?
Coring machine man. Hilti has a selection over the years, and you can prob find them used. And I've seen off-brand machines as well. I'd think harbor freight has'm, if ya don't want to spend 1000s for a new Hilti.
I'm thinking more about what you actually asked. Seems a coring bit is too big. If I was worried about blowing out the other side of the wall (which I do understand why you could be concerned), I think I'd try putting a search bit through, ie; 3/8" etc, then use your 3/4" on the inside where you don't want it blowing out, then outside to drill your 3/4 hole. To me it seems it won't blast concrete/stone shrapnel that way.
@@Squillaempusa. I take it that your terminology of a search bit is the same as drilling a pilot hole before using the actual bit size needed to make the permanent hole? If so, we tried using a smaller bit first, but for some reason it still blows out the other side of the wall. We're using a rotary hammer drill and I'm thinking it's the hammer that's causing the damage when it punches through the other side. That's why I was hoping that if we used a core bit that it would give us a much cleaner ending result.
Yea, search bit/pilot bit. What about using a coring bit/cup bit for rotary hammer (lined up with pilot hole) on inside wall where you're having it blow out to kinda score the wall. I'm wondering if the blow out will be contained to inside of the cup bit hole. I feel like I'm rambling. Anyway, I agree that a coring machine would do much better, but you're looking at spending some loot. Not sure what your situation is. We use one a few times a year, when going through brick or a deep concrete wall, but only when we need a 2-3" hole. Not sure about less than 1".
I do hvac, obviously I'm not a concrete guy. So take what I'm saying with a grain of salt. I have gone through concrete, brick, and stone many many times, but not terribly concerned about the blow out (as long as no one gets hit by the chunks flying), since it's usually in a basement out of sight. Plus we usually sleeve the hole and patch around it with silicone or furnace cement.
How's your tankless heater treating you?
That “just under 3/8” is better known as 10mm
great vid keep up the great content
Thank you. You done a very fine job
I could be wrong, but I didn't hear the difference between SDS and SDS Plus as said in the intro.
I went through it, but Sds and Sds plus are interchangeable. Old name vs new.
i want to know, what meaning of that shortform for SDS?
Thank you!
That was really helpful!!
Can you use sds and SDS plus bits in a SDS max drill?
no
Super helpful, thanks!
Very good video. I am buying a rotary hammer and your explanation was very helpful.
Awesome video thanks
Great video ........ thanks for your upload.
So if i have sds bits are compatible to sds plus machine ?
Yes
Very helpful...thank you!
Great Video. You do a good job!
Great video!
Thanks for the video. I would say its less rotary hammer and more pneumatic rotary hammer
So what is SDS 3,SDS 3, SDS 5 etc.?
What about the square Shank?
Great info thanks a lot!!
Imostly drill 3/8 and 1/2 occasional 5/8 the bosch 1-1/8 does well for my needs
It’s not the bit size that you choose it’s the machine size you choose. That’s how you pick a machine.
Wattage output always wins.
Helpful video thanks👍
Damn good review, damn good.
great video, well explained, thank you
Can you get an adapter to use sds standard bits in an sds max drill?
th-cam.com/video/-1sf4JVsRtU/w-d-xo.html
@ollyjmartin
Sparky Channel --> How To Adapt Between SDS Max, SDS Plus and Spline Adapters to Save Money
TH-cam is deleting the link for some reason. There are usually chuck adapters in accessory catalogs.
Great explanation. Thanks.
Thx for the video. Bosch bulldog sds+ corded was the drill for years, but I've switched to Ridgid 18v sds+ and it's perfect for our 3/8" drop in anchors.
The cordless Ridgid is a nice rotary hammer for those size holes!
Thank you!
very helpful video
Thanks Antonio.
First time I used a rotary hammer today, before I just had a drill, not even a hammer drill, so was very surprised at the power seemed overkill 😂
Very helpful.
Good review
Thanks for sharing good explanation
If you think you will need the "drill only" function, don't buy SDS max. I did a big mistake and now I can't use my SDS max with diamond core bits.
It would be helpful if you said 'why you cannot' - What happened?
@@jamesbigger5725 most SDS max drills can't turn off the hammer function.
Excellent. I spent hours with a 1/2 inch electric non SDS to make a 5/8 hole 3" deep in a granite bolder. Not fun.
Can I able to use a normal hammer drill bit (the round one) in an SDS plus drill?
No.
My Home Depot has almost no plus, mostly sds max.
That's awesome! Wish ours would be like that.
They have them (Bosch sds plus) over there by the circular saws. The ones in the front are the Milwaukee brand sds max.
SDS Plus has 10mm and SDS Max has 18mm shank to be specific.