{"product_id":"ideal-36-305-tko-carbide-hole-cutter-1-3-8-inch","title":"IDEAL 36-305 TKO Carbide Tipped Hole Cutter 1-3\/8 Inch","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IDEAL 36-305 TKO Carbide Tipped Hole Cutter is designed for fast, clean hole making in sheet metal, including stainless steel. This model cuts a 1-3\/8-inch hole and corresponds to 1-inch conduit and pipe sizing. Precision-ground carbide teeth provide efficient cutting, while the integrated SmoothStart pilot drill gradually guides the cutter into the material to help protect the carbide tips and improve hole quality. The one-piece cutter design also includes an integral arbor, overdrill flange, and spring-assisted slug ejection for a streamlined drilling process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctionality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbide-tipped hole cutter for producing round 1-3\/8-inch openings in sheet metal and stainless steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation context:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intended for electrical enclosures, panels, junction boxes, cabinets, and other sheet-metal work requiring conduit or fitting openings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotable specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand: IDEAL; MPN: 36-305; Hole Size: 1-3\/8 in.; Conduit\/Pipe Size: 1 in.; Type: TKO Carbide-Tipped Hole Cutter; integrated SmoothStart pilot drill; integral arbor and overdrill flange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContractor-relevant details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carbide tips support repeated metal cutting, the overdrill flange helps prevent penetration beyond the sheet, and the ejection spring helps remove the slug after drilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerformance \/ Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe IDEAL 36-305 provides electricians with a purpose-built solution for creating 1-3\/8-inch openings in compatible sheet metal. Its carbide-tipped cutting design, guided starting system, and integrated arbor help streamline hole preparation for conduit and fitting installations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IDEAL Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51936267534476,"sku":"36-305","price":47.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/0048\/5260\/files\/ideal-industries-36-305-6324553.png?v=1787392630","url":"https:\/\/www.interactivelightingsupply.com\/products\/ideal-36-305-tko-carbide-hole-cutter-1-3-8-inch","provider":"Interactive Lighting Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}