Description of π§ Disston E0101682 Clamshell Recessed Install Kit
Carbide cutting edge easily cuts through ceiling tile and drywall. And also drywall. Recessed lighting kits are available for 4-Inch, 5-Inch and 6-Inch lighting fixtures. Package dimensions:12.6"L x 11.61"W x 16.34"H.
Simply unbelievable. Some reviews made me buy two of these just to be on the safe side and make sure I can get the job done if one breaks or works. It drilled all 12 holes in my cast relatively easily the first time. Still about 3-4 times harder than drilling a hole in drywall, but doable. Gypsum wasn't just wire mesh. it was on an expanded metal screen used for ceilings. The hole saw was perfect and still very sharp so I will be returning a second one.
This was just what I needed after a dual blade knife failed miserably. I had a hard time cutting through the plaster above the cement board over the drywall. Suggest a corded drill as you need to take your time and I had to reload my drill twice to get through my project (6 holes). It produces a lot of dust (which is to be expected). I sacrificed the football to be cut in half to create a dome around the cut area. This helped reduce the amount of dust and dirt that rained down on me. Be sure to
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Carbide blade easily cuts through ceiling tiles and drywall
I used it to cut 6 holes in a batten/stucco ceiling. Although carbide grit is the right tool for the job. This hole saw is TOO BIG for these new LED pucks. I installed the lantern and moved it toward the hole. Around the flange is the newspaper that makes these devices "airy". The holes are large enough that the caulking material does not touch the ceiling. I can put the puck's light on the hole so it closes it - just barley. If you look closely at the attic photo you can see about 1/4 inchβ¦
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Recessed light kits are available for 4", 5" and 6" lights.