How to Choose a Sealey Rotabor or Magnetic Drill Cutter
Select the cutter by hole diameter, required cutting depth and the material being drilled. This guide helps you match annular cutters to magnetic drills without confusing diameter with cut depth.
Diameter + depth + machine
Confirm the hole size first, then make sure the cutter depth and shank system suit the job and machine.
Choose the diameter
The cutter diameter determines the nominal hole size.
Check cutting depth
The cutter must have enough usable depth for the workpiece.
Confirm compatibility
Check the cutter shank and arbor arrangement against the magnetic drill.
Use suitable lubrication
Correct cutting fluid and feed can improve cutter life and finish.
What should you check before ordering?
Use the selection points below to narrow the range before comparing individual products.
What an annular cutter does
Unlike a twist drill, an annular cutter removes a ring of material and leaves a central slug. This can make larger holes efficient in suitable steelwork.
- Use a pilot pin where the cutter system requires one.
- Secure the magnetic drill correctly before cutting.
- Remove the slug safely after the cut.
Cutting depth
Two cutters of the same diameter may have different maximum cutting depths.
- Measure material thickness before ordering.
- Allow for the actual usable cutter depth, not just overall tool length.
- Choose a longer cutter only when the application needs it.
Cutter life and technique
Heat, poor lubrication and incorrect feed can shorten cutter life.
- Use suitable cutting lubricant for the material.
- Keep the cutter square to the work.
- Do not force a blunt or damaged cutter through the workpiece.
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Quick answers before you choose
What is the difference between cutter diameter and cut depth?
Diameter controls the hole size; cutting depth controls the maximum thickness the cutter can pass through.
Do Rotabor cutters need a pilot pin?
Many annular-cutter systems use a pilot pin for centring and slug ejection. Check the cutter and arbor system being used.
Can I use an annular cutter in any drill?
No. Confirm that the drill, arbor and cutter shank are compatible and suitable for annular cutting.
Still not sure which one you need?
Send Tanair the existing part reference, equipment details and a clear photograph where useful. We can help you narrow the correct option before you order.