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Hougen® Xtreme Cobalt™ Annular Cutters
Hougen® Xtreme Cobalt™ Annular Cutters are engineered for extreme conditions, demanding materials, and users who want maximum tool life without compromise. Built from premium M42 cobalt steel and finished with Hougen’s advanced IronEdge™ coating, these cutters are designed to outperform standard HSS and coated annular cutters in abrasive, high-heat, and hard-to-machine applications.
The exclusive Hougen tooth geometry promotes smooth chip evacuation, reduced vibration, and consistent hole quality, even in challenging materials. IronEdge™ coating further reduces friction and heat buildup, allowing the cutter to run cooler and last longer under continuous use.
Xtreme Cobalt™ annular cutters are ideal for structural steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, and other tough materials commonly encountered in fabrication, maintenance, and industrial environments. Each cutter is precision-ground for accuracy and is designed for use with magnetic drills, making them a dependable choice for professionals who demand reliability and repeatable performance.
All Xtreme Cobalt™ annular cutters include a pilot pin, ensuring proper alignment, improved cutting efficiency, and easy slug ejection.
Key Features
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Premium M42 cobalt steel construction
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Advanced IronEdge™ coating for extended tool life
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Runs cooler with reduced friction and wear
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Optimized tooth geometry for smooth, controlled cutting
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Precision-ground for accuracy and clean hole finishes
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Designed for use with magnetic drills
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Pilot pin included
Whether you’re drilling in harsh environments or working with tough, abrasive materials, Hougen® Xtreme Cobalt™ Annular Cutters deliver the durability, precision, and longevity professionals rely on.
Hougen® Xtreme Cobalt™ Annular Cutters
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| Cutter Dia. (Inches) | 2" DOC |
|---|---|
| 7/16 | 12814 |
| 1/2 | 12816 |
| 9/16 | 12818 |
| 5/8 | 12820 |
| 11/16 | 12822 |
| 3/4 | 12824 |
| 13/16 | 12826 |
| 7/8 | 12828 |
| 15/16 | 12830 |
| 1 | 12832 |
| 1-1/16 | 12834 |
| 1-1/8 | 12836 |
| 1-3/16 | 12838 |
| 1-1/4 | 12840 |
| 1-5/16 | 12842 |
| 1-3/8 | 12844 |
| 1-7/16 | 12846 |
| 1-1/2 | 12848 |
| 1-9/16 | 12850 |
| 1-5/8 | 12852 |
| 1-11/16 | 12854 |
| 1-3/4 | 12856 |
| 1-13/16 | 12858 |
| 1-7/8 | 12860 |
| 1-15/16 | 12862 |
| 2 | 12864 |
| 2-1/16 | 12866 |
| 2-1/8 | 12868 |
| 2-3/16 | 12870 |
| 2-1/4 | 12872 |
| 2-5/16 | 12874 |
| 2-3/8 | 12876 |