Which Magnetic Drill Is Best for Steel Fabrication?

BDS MAB 100 K — Why It Leads for Fabrication

1,200 W, 100 mm capacity, auto-safety electromagnet

The BDS MAB 100 K hits the sweet spot for structural steel work: enough magnetic force to grip I-beams and box sections, a 1,200 W motor that won't overheat on long drilling runs, and compatibility with the full range of Weldon-shank annular cutters for hole sizes from 12 mm to 100 mm.

Key fabrication advantages:

• Annular cutters remove a core rather than solid chips — far faster than twist drills in thick steel and leaves a cleaner, burr-free hole.
• Works on vertical and overhead steel surfaces where a pillar drill cannot reach.
• Depth-stop for consistent depth across repetitive holes in production runs.
• Auto-stop safety: cuts power if the magnet loses contact.

See also: BDS MAB 100 K | BDS Maschinen Range | How to Choose a Magnetic Drill

Annular Cutters and Accessories

HSS and HSCO cutters for mild steel and stainless

A magnetic drill's value depends on having the right annular cutters. Multi Trade Combines stocks a range of HSS and HSCO annular cutters in the Weldon 19 mm shank system, suitable for mild steel, stainless steel and structural sections. Standard accessories include:

• HSS annular cutters (12–100 mm) for mild steel
• HSCO cutters for hardened and stainless steel
• Coolant bottles for extended runs
• Extension arbors for deep sections

Ask about current cutter stock when you call or WhatsApp — we can bundle the drill with a starter cutter set for fabrication shops.

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