Malco HC1 2 in. to 12 in. Sheet Metal Hole Cutter Accessory for 1/4 in. or Larger Drill, Multi
- CUTS CLEAN, ACCURATE HOLES FROM 2" TO 12" IN 20-GAUGE GALVANIZED STEEL: The HC1 installs into the chuck of any corded or cordless drill with a 1/4-inch or larger chuck and punches precise round holes through 20-gauge galvanized steel, aluminum, copper, and 22-gauge stainless. Adjustable in 1/8-inch increments across the full 2"–12" diameter range. The combination English/metric diameter gauge on the pivot slide takes the guesswork out of setting your diameter.
- "GOLD STANDARD" MILL-TYPE CUTTER BIT WITH PRECISION-FIT SEALED BEARINGS: The distinctive gold bit, bearings, and pivot pin aren't just cosmetic. The mill-type cutting edge wears only in the dimension of the material thickness being cut and not through the full bit. When the active cutting zone dulls, slide the bit up or down along its large flat to expose a fresh edge and keep cutting. Precision-fit sealed bearings deliver smooth, vibration-free rotation at the full rated capacity. Replacement bits available separately (CB single, CBB 6-pack).
- LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINUM FRAME; PORTABLE ENOUGH FOR THE TOOL POUCH, STURDY ENOUGH FOR DAILY USE: The HC1's aluminum frame keeps the tool light without sacrificing rigidity. Fits easily in a tool bag or pouch between jobs with no dedicated case required. Installs into the drill chuck in seconds and stores just as fast. On a job site where you're moving between locations all day, a hole cutter that travels like a hand tool matters.
- CUTS GALVANIZED STEEL, ALUMINUM, COPPER & STAINLESS; ONE TOOL FOR EVERY HVAC HOLE CUTTING APPLICATION: The HC1 handles 20-gauge galvanized steel, aluminum, copper, and 22-gauge stainless steel, covering the materials commonly used in HVAC installation, ductwork fabrication, and sheet metal work. From register openings and collar holes to take-off cutouts and equipment knockout holes, if the job requires a clean, round hole in sheet metal, the HC1 delivers.
- FIELD-SERVICEABLE WITH BITS YOU CAN ALREADY HAVE IN YOUR POUCH: The HC1 and HC2 use the same mill-type cutter bit, sealed bearings, and pivot pin; meaning one set of spares covers both tools. Bits are easily replaceable on the job. The easy-adjusting pivot pin holds its set position through repeated use in heavy-gauge material.
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Step bits chew. Hole saws bind. Knockout punch sets take time to set up. The Malco HC1 does none of that. It installs into the chuck of any 1/4-inch or larger drill in seconds, adjusts to any diameter between 2 and 12 inches in 1/8-inch increments, and cuts clean, accurate round holes through 20-gauge galvanized steel, aluminum, copper, and 22-gauge stainless. HVAC installers use it for register openings and collar holes. Sheet metal workers use it for take-off cutouts and equipment knockouts. If the hole is round and the material is metal, this is how you cut it.
T he Gold Standard bits earn that name. The distinctive gold cutter bit, sealed bearings, and pivot pin aren't marketing, they represent Malco's longest-lasting, fastest-cutting, easiest-adjusting hole cutter design. The mill-type cutting edge wears only in the dimension of the material thickness, so you get multiple cutting lives from a single bit by sliding it up or down to expose a fresh edge. Precision-fit sealed bearings keep rotation smooth and vibration-free at full cutting depth. Replacement bits are available in singles (CB) or 6-packs (CBB).
Lightweight, portable, ready to work. The aluminum frame keeps the HC1 light enough for a tool pouch without trading away rigidity. It travels between jobs the same way your hand tools do without the need for a case or dedicated storage. Same replacement parts as the HC2, so one set of spare bits covers your full Malco hole cutter lineup.
For 2"–20" holes: see Malco HC2. Replacement bits: CB (single) & CBB (6-pack). REACH/RoHS compliant.
The HC1 installs into the chuck of any corded or cordless drill with a 1/4-inch or larger chuck and punches precise round holes through 20-gauge galvanized steel, aluminum, copper, and 22-gauge stainless. Adjustable in 1/8-inch increments across the full 2"–12" diameter range.
The mill-type cutting edge wears only in the dimension of the material thickness being cut. When the active cutting zone dulls, slide the bit up or down to expose a fresh edge and keep cutting. Precision-fit sealed bearings deliver smooth, vibration-free rotation at the full rated capacity.
The HC1's aluminum frame keeps the tool light without sacrificing rigidity. Fits easily in a tool bag or pouch between jobs with no dedicated case required. Installs into the drill chuck in seconds and stores just as fast.
Cuts 20-gauge galvanized steel, aluminum, copper, and 22-gauge stainless steel, covering the materials commonly used in HVAC installation, ductwork fabrication, and sheet metal work. From register openings and collar holes to take-off cutouts and knockout holes, the HC1 delivers a clean, round hole.
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Specifications
| Main Specification | |
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| Manufacturer | Malco |
| Pattern | Accessory |
| Cutting Diameter | 1.25 Inches |
| Brand | Malco |
| Shape | Circle |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Included Components | Stand |
| Power Source | Hand Powered |
| Product Dimensions | 11 x 6 x 1 inches |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Wattage | 200 Watts |
| Material | Aluminium |
| Colour | multi |
| Size | Not_applicable |
| Style | Classic |
| Item Weight | 15.2 Ounces |
| Product information | |
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| Item model number | HC1 |
| Technical Details | |
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| Part Number | HC1 |
| Finish | Gold |
| Assembled Diameter | 1.25 Inches |
| Measurement System | Inch |
| Grit Rating | 36 |
| Grit Description | Fine |
| Others | |
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| Date First Available | 2006, June 15 |
| Product Type | Hole Saws |
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