HSS ANNULAR CUTTER · FOUR-HOLE SHANK
HSS annular cutters remove a ring of metal to create a hole, leaving a solid core. For a four-hole shank order, the cutting diameter, usable depth, holder interface and pilot pin must be considered together.
Send your required sizes and machine details to discuss a suitable configuration for your purchasing program.
PRODUCT SELECTION
A cutter specification begins with the hole, but purchasing does not end there. The required diameter defines the opening. The workpiece thickness determines the cutting-depth requirement. The holder determines which shank connection can be installed, while the pilot pin must suit the selected cutter and assembly.
Whether you are sourcing replacements for an installed fleet or building a range for distribution, keep these details together on the same purchase line. A clear specification helps your team compare quotations for the same configuration rather than treating tools with similar names as identical.
CONFIRMED FAMILY RANGE
The ranges below are confirmed for the AXIMET HSS annular-cutter family that includes the four-hole shank configuration. They define the family envelope, not a promise that every diameter and depth combination is stocked. Orderable combinations are confirmed in the quotation.
| Cutting depth | Confirmed diameter range | Order reference |
|---|---|---|
| 30 mm | Ø12–65 mm | Confirm diameter and quantity in the quotation |
| 55 mm | Ø12–65 mm | Confirm diameter and quantity in the quotation |
| 75 mm | Ø18–50 mm | Confirm diameter and quantity in the quotation |
| 100 mm | Ø18–50 mm | Confirm diameter and quantity in the quotation |
Cutting depth is not overall length. AXIMET model codes, overall lengths and exact diameter-by-depth availability remain quotation-controlled because the current approved source does not provide a complete production schedule for this page.
The visible shank openings help identify this product configuration. They do not establish that Four-Hole, QuickIN, One-Touch and Weldon interfaces are interchangeable. Send the installed holder identity, a drawing or measured connection details for fit review.
| Depth series | Selection rule |
|---|---|
| 30 mm | Match cutter diameter, cutter bore and usable pin length |
| 55 mm | Use a pilot intended for the 55 mm cutter series |
| 75 mm | Confirm a compatible long-series pilot |
| 100 mm | Confirm a compatible extra-long-series pilot |
No approved AXIMET cutter-to-pilot item-code matrix is available for this preview. Include the required cutter diameter, depth, holder and existing pilot reference in the enquiry so the assembly can be reviewed.
PURCHASING GUIDE · 01
The cutting tool is only one connection in a magnetic drilling setup. Start with the machine, identify its spindle or mounting arrangement, and then record the holder or arbor actually fitted. If an adapter is present, identify both of its connections and the direction in which it is installed. The cutter shank fits into the holder or adapter; the pilot must suit the resulting assembly.
This sequence is useful when a workshop owns machines of the same brand but uses different holders. A machine model can help identify the equipment, yet it does not necessarily establish which accessory is installed today. An older holder, a replacement arbor or an adapter can change what fits at the cutter end.
For a replacement enquiry, send the holder identification and a clear photograph of the existing cutter shank. A drawing or measured dimensions can help when the identification is missing. Include the cutter markings and the pilot reference if they are available. These details provide a starting point for reviewing the order before a new cutter is selected.
Never assume a connection is correct because the shank enters the holder. Follow the equipment manufacturer's installation instructions and verify that the specified retaining mechanism engages correctly. A damaged or modified connection needs separate attention; it should not be treated as evidence of a standard fit.
Pilot pins are shown as related components. The correct pin must be matched to the selected cutter and holder assembly.
PURCHASING GUIDE · 02
The phrase four-hole shank describes a feature used to identify this cutter configuration. It does not, on its own, specify every dimension or prove that two tools are interchangeable. The size and arrangement of the features, the shank geometry and the holder's retention method all matter when the connection is checked.
For purchasing purposes, distinguish between an interface name and a confirmed fit. Different suppliers may use similar descriptions for different systems. If the buyer requests a named machine or holder system, include its exact designation and the relevant interface information in the enquiry. A compatibility statement should apply to the specified cutter and holder combination, not to every tool that looks similar in a photograph.
A useful interface record includes the holder model, the shape and dimensions shown on the available drawing, the existing cutter reference and any adapter used. Where a measurement is taken from an existing tool, state the measurement method or provide a photograph with a scale. This gives the team reviewing your enquiry more information than a general request for a quick-change cutter.
Use the visible connection as an identification aid, not as proof of compatibility with a named holder system.
PURCHASING GUIDE · 03
The cutting diameter describes the hole made by the cutting edge. The shank size describes the connection to the holder. Both can appear in the same quotation, but they answer different questions. A cutter with the correct hole diameter may still have a shank that does not match the available holder.
When you submit a size list, identify each cutting diameter with its unit. If you also provide a shank measurement, label it separately. This matters when an order contains both metric and inch-based dimensions, or when the number on a previous label could refer to either the cutter or the mounting connection.
For a distributor assortment, list quantities by diameter instead of using a single total. A purchasing team can submit frequently requested sizes as separate lines and add project sizes as additional lines. The quotation can then be reviewed line by line for the requested diameter, depth, interface and quantity.
If a drawing specifies a finished-hole requirement or a tolerance, provide that information with the workpiece and application. The nominal tool size alone does not establish the result in every machine and material. The final setup and operating conditions should be reviewed for the actual job.
PURCHASING GUIDE · 04
Cutting depth is the usable depth specified for the cutter. It is not the same measurement as the tool's overall length. The overall length includes portions of the tool that are not cutting the workpiece, so it should not be substituted for a rated cutting depth.
Start by recording the thickness of the material and the required hole. The selected cutter needs sufficient usable cutting depth for the intended operation. For stacked material, describe the complete stack and how it will be held, rather than listing only the thickness of one layer. The application and equipment must be suitable for that arrangement.
Next, check the space around the work area. A deeper cutter may require more room for installation and withdrawal. The machine's available travel, holder, pilot and any adapter all contribute to the assembled setup. A cutter with a suitable depth on paper still needs to fit physically at the drilling position.
If you are ordering for several workpiece thicknesses, organize the list by diameter and required depth. Do not assume that every diameter is available in every depth. Ask for the available product combinations in the quotation and compare each line with the job requirement.
PURCHASING GUIDE · 05
Tell us what material you intend to drill, its grade when known, its thickness and the shape of the workpiece. A flat plate, a structural section and an assembled component present different access conditions. The cutter request should identify the actual operation rather than only the industry in which it will be used.
For magnetic drilling, the machine must be positioned and secured according to its manufacturer's instructions. Check the mounting surface, machine capacity, available travel and safety requirements for the installation. Magnetic holding depends on the machine and workpiece conditions; the fact that a cutter is suitable for metal holemaking does not mean that a magnetic base will hold on every material or surface.
Also consider the space needed to install the cutter, position the pilot, remove chips and withdraw the tool. If access is restricted by a flange, a wall or another component, a drawing or a photograph can make the restriction clear. Record whether the work is performed in a workshop or at an installation site so the equipment setup can be reviewed in context.
These details help a buyer distinguish the cutting-tool requirement from the machine and fixture requirement. Both need attention, but they should not be combined into an unsupported claim that a single cutter suits every setup.
The application view shows annular cutting in steel. Workpiece grade, thickness and setup remain order-specific.
PURCHASING GUIDE · 06
Pilot pins are selected for the cutter and holder assembly. In suitable annular-drilling systems, the pilot can help locate the hole and assist with core ejection; its exact function depends on the equipment and cutter design. Some systems also use an internal lubricant arrangement, which must be checked for the particular setup.
For a replacement order, provide the existing pin reference or its relevant dimensions, the cutter diameter and cutting depth, and the holder information. A pin that enters a cutter bore is not automatically the correct choice: length, seating and travel can affect how the assembly works.
If you use more than one cutting depth, record the pin requirement against each cutter line. A pin used with a previous tool should not be assumed to fit another length or another holder. Where an adapter is involved, include it in the description because it may affect the assembled configuration.
Clarify the commercial scope as well. State whether the enquiry is for cutters only, replacement pilot pins, or a matched cutter-and-pin supply. Ask for the pin to be listed separately when you need to compare replacement quantities. The quotation should make the agreed contents clear for each item.
Mixed HSS cutter views help buyers identify the cutting end and connection; they do not establish one common interface.
PURCHASING GUIDE · 07
HSS and TCT annular cutters represent different cutting constructions. A useful comparison starts with the workpiece, the intended hole sizes and depths, the machine setup and the available specifications for each option. The correct shank and pilot must be reviewed separately for either construction.
For a distributor, the question may be how to organize the range so customers can find the right cutter and reorder it. For an industrial buyer, the same decision may depend on the material being drilled and the conditions of a specific job. In both cases, compare like-for-like diameter, cutting depth and holder requirements before considering the commercial offer.
Do not assume that an HSS cutter and a TCT cutter are interchangeable simply because their product names include the same interface description. Verify the actual connection and accessory requirements. Equally, do not transfer a competitor's hardness, service-life or performance figures to the cutter being quoted.
PURCHASING GUIDE · 08
A clear purchase list gives every requested configuration its own line. Include the cutting diameter, required depth, shank or holder details and quantity. Add the workpiece material and any relevant application requirements. If pilot pins are required, record the desired quantity and whether they should be included with the cutter or quoted separately.
For a mixed order, group the lines by machine or holder when more than one interface is used. This helps prevent a correct diameter from being assigned to the wrong setup. Keep the units consistent and identify any sizes supplied in inches separately from sizes specified in millimeters.
A distributor can also note which items are intended for regular replenishment and which are needed for a particular project. That distinction gives the quotation a practical purpose: it shows the size mix and quantities the buyer wants to evaluate, rather than presenting only a broad minimum-to-maximum range.
For large lists, share a spreadsheet or an existing order schedule. If your internal item codes are important, include them alongside the technical description. They can be used to organize the enquiry while the actual cutter configuration is reviewed.
APPLICATIONS
For each situation, check the selected cutter against the machine, workpiece and holder. The same cutting diameter does not by itself establish that the full drilling arrangement is suitable.
A fabrication buyer may need a defined set of hole diameters for plate or structural work. Include the material grade, thickness, required cutting depth and the machine-holder configuration used for the project. If several machines are involved, identify which holders belong to each machine.
A team replacing cutters for an existing setup benefits from recording the previous cutter reference and the actual holder. A photograph of the connection and a list of required diameters can help distinguish replacements from tools intended for a different machine.
A tool distributor can organize its enquiry around the sizes, depths and quantities requested by its customers. Ask for the agreed item description and accessory scope to be clear on each quotation line so that the assortment can be managed consistently.
PRODUCTION CONTEXT
These views document equipment and workshop context. They do not prove that every four-hole cutter follows every pictured operation or that a particular setting was used for a quoted item.
A workshop equipment view used as general production context without assigning an unverified process to this specific cutter.
The scene shows machining equipment and product trays. It is used as production context without claiming that the pictured batch is this four-hole series.
An enclosed machine is shown in a cutting-tool workshop. The image does not establish the operation or settings used for a quoted four-hole cutter.
QUALITY REVIEW
Specify any inspection record or documentation required for the order. A photograph of equipment does not establish a tolerance, program or passed result for every model.
The image shows a dimensional inspection setting; it does not claim a result or tolerance for every quoted model.
The image documents an inspection environment without assigning an unsupported inspection result to this page.
The operator is shown checking a cutter with a handheld measuring tool; no tolerance or inspection result is inferred.
The workstation view supports discussion of order inspection requirements without assigning a result to every supplied model.
The image shows measurement equipment in an inspection room. Product-specific programs, tolerances and reports must be agreed for the order.
The packing scene provides context for discussing labels, quantity separation and packaging requirements for a purchase order.
ORDER DETAILS
For individual resale or warehouse distribution, describe how you want the order organized. You can request a quotation showing cutters by size and depth, along with any separate pilot pins or other accessories. If a specific label, product identification or packaging format is needed, include a drawing or example with your enquiry.
State the information that must appear on the item label or outer carton. Buyers commonly need a clear product description, dimensions, quantity and order reference for receiving and stock control. The exact marking and packaging arrangements depend on the order and should be agreed in the quotation.
If your team needs a sample for evaluation, specify the cutter configuration, quantity and purpose of the evaluation. Discuss sample availability and terms when the product is quoted. A sample can then be compared with the same holder, workpiece and size requirements intended for the purchasing program.
For mixed shipments, identify any requirements for separating sizes or accessories. This is particularly helpful when several cutting depths look similar but are ordered for different applications. Confirm the final packing list against the approved order before dispatch.
REPEAT PURCHASING
Repeat orders should return to the approved technical and commercial record rather than relying on the hole diameter alone.
Repeat purchasing is easier when the previous decision is recorded. Keep the agreed cutter description, diameter, cutting depth, holder identification and pilot-pin reference together with the purchase order. If an adapter or a special packing requirement formed part of the order, record that detail as well.
When a machine or holder changes, review the connection before repeating the previous line. A reorder based on the same hole diameter can still be wrong if the receiving workshop now uses a different holder. Likewise, changing the required cutting depth may affect the tool and pilot selection.
If your procurement process requires inspection records, material documentation or other order documents, list those requirements in the enquiry. The available documents and their scope should be agreed for the specific product and order. Keep the approved description and any required documents with the order record for the next purchasing cycle.
FAQ
Four-hole shank identifies the visible connection configuration used for this product. The feature name alone does not define every interface dimension or the holder's retaining method, so fit must be checked from the installed holder, drawing or measured connection.
No automatic equivalence should be assumed. These names can describe different connection systems. Confirm the actual shank geometry, dimensions, retention method, holder and any adapter before ordering.
The confirmed HSS family range is Ø12–65 mm for 30 mm and 55 mm cutting depths, and Ø18–50 mm for 75 mm and 100 mm cutting depths. This is a family range; exact diameter-by-depth combinations, model codes and quantities are confirmed in the quotation.
Select the pilot for the cutter diameter, bore, depth series and holder assembly. A 30 mm cutter requires a suitable usable pin length, while 55 mm, 75 mm and 100 mm cutters require the corresponding longer series. Send the existing pilot reference when available because no complete public item-code matrix is approved for this page.
Provide the machine model, installed holder or arbor identity, clear connection photographs and any drawing or measured interface dimensions. If an adapter is used, identify both of its connections and the installation direction.
List each diameter, cutting depth and quantity on a separate line. Include the holder group, pilot-pin scope, workpiece, label and packaging requirements, and the previous approved description for repeat items. Any order documents should be agreed for the specific quotation.
PRODUCT INQUIRY
Tell us what you need to drill and how the cutter will be mounted. Include the required sizes and quantities so we can review the product configuration with your enquiry.