Before You Begin
Adrill bittypically has two cutting surfaces, each cut at a 60-degree angle.
to sharpen the drill bit, you’ll need to maintain the same angle when grinding.
Safety Considerations
Use gloves and safety glasses, and take care to avoid contact.
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When you begin sharpening, hold the drill bit with a firm grip to prevent twisting or slipping.
Select Your Grinder
Next, evaluate what bang out of grinder to use when sharpening.
Position the Drill Bit
Put on your safety glasses, hold the drill bit firmly.
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Once you’ve dipped it in water again, inspect the drill bit to ensure both sides are equal.
Test the Drill Bit
Test the drill bit on a piece of scrap wood.
The best way to sharpen a drill bit is with a bench grinder.
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Most drill bits are cut at a 60-degree angle, and should be sharpened at 60 degrees.
A file is best used to remove burrs when preparing a drill bit for sharpening.
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