Questions and Answers for Milwaukee 5 in. Hole Dozer Bi-Metal Hole Saw

A:  It is not designed for ceramic cutting (eg a diamond cutting surface). This saw also lacks carbide tipped saw blades that can be used for cement boards. (e.g. as used in a table saw). Still, I would expect it to cut a few holes in cement siding before the blades become dull. If you only need to cut a few holes this might be the lowest cost solution.

A:  It will wear out a lot faster than with wood. I'm guessing that it would last longer with the cement siding than it would with metal though.

A:  Hello! Our 3 in. Hole Dozer Bi-Metal Hole Saw (49-56-9637) is for use in metal, aluminum, plaster, drywall, wood, and wood and nails.

A:  Great quality and strength

A:  No.

A:  Absolutely not!

A:  Hello! We have a dedicated solutions for that! Check out our recessed light hole saws are manufactured using carbide grit for cutting through drywall, plaster, acoustical tile, wood and stucco with mesh. Made with a continual rim, these saws won't tear material and will leave a clean finish. Simply search for product 49-56-0310.

A:  It is a metal saw. Not good on wood. Drywall is probably ok.

A:  Yes, definitely!

A:  This would cut through drywall with no problem. Be sure to check above the ceiling before drilling into it to make sure there is no stray electrical, joists, etc.

A:  Yes. I use it. For plywood... so drywall would be much easier

A:  Tried to drill a hole through siding on my house. Never made it through. For what I paid it was very disappointing. I would not recommend this for purchase.

A:  Is it possible that it was turning the wrong direction? I have used a lot of different holesaws and never had a new one not work. In fact, it usually is so aggressive if your not careful it will rip the drill from your hands. If the drill was turning the correct direction when it wasn't cutting, I would say there was something wrong with it and you should take it back to point of purchase.

A:  M16-15. It's universal, but the manufacturers don't publish the specs in hopes that you'll always buy a new arbor. So frustrating.

A:  Yes, If it cuts through wood like a knife through butter it will definitely cut through clay dirt

A:  Hello! Our 3 in. Hole Dozer Bi-Metal Hole Saw (49-56-9637) is intended for wood, plastic, aluminum, and metal applications.

A:  Hi there! Our HOLE DOZER™ bi-metal hole saws are warranted to be free from tooth breakage or fracture caused by material defects in material or workmanship. We will replace the Product which, after examination, is determined by MILWAUKEE to have tooth breakage or fracture caused by materially defective material or workmanship. You can call 1.800.SAWDUST (1.800.729.3878) or to locate your nearest MILWAUKEE factory Service Center location.

A:  I used one once and barely made it through 12 awg steel decking sub floor. The teeth were gone after… used low speed. I use other smaller sizes of same brand and had no issue after numerous holes. Maybe defective batch on the 4.5”?

A:  It will cut wood and metal I’m not sure but I don’t think it will work on tile