Power Tool Accessories
Power tool accessories are the bits, blades, holesaws, discs and chucks that fit drills, grinders and multi-tools so they can cut and drill through timber, metal and masonry. The range includes Olympic Fixings SDS and auger bits, cone and step cutters, Beaver multi-tool blades and Tradesman holesaws, along with HSS jobber bits, masonry bits, arbors and metal cutting discs.
Electricians' and downlight holesaw kits make useful starter sets. Order on a trade account for trade pricing; in-stock lines ordered by 5pm Monday to Friday arrive the next working day in NI and ROI.
Choosing power tool accessories for electrical installation
The right accessory matters as much as the tool itself. A sharp bit of the correct type drills faster, gives a cleaner hole and puts less strain on both the drill and the user. This section is split into three main areas.
Subcategories
- Drill bits – SDS masonry bits from 5.5mm to 22mm, HSS jobber twist bits, auger and wood bits, step and cone cutters, plus screwdriver bit holders and impact sockets.
- Holesaws and discs – Tradesman and bi-metal holesaws, arbors, pilot drills, diamond cores, and metal and stainless cutting and grinding discs.
- Drill chucks – keyless replacement chucks for drills.
- Multi-tool blades – such as the Olympic Fixings Beaver 4-piece set for plunge cuts in timber and plasterboard.
Match the accessory to the material
SDS bits are for concrete, stone and dense masonry in an SDS hammer drill. Standard masonry bits suit brick and block in a percussion drill. HSS twist bits are for steel, aluminium and plastics, while auger and flat bits bore timber quickly for cable runs. Step and cone cutters produce clean, burr-free entries in sheet metal enclosures and trunking.
Safety and care
Use eye protection and gloves, keep guards fitted, and never exceed a disc or accessory's maximum speed rating. Before drilling into walls, floors or joists, check for hidden cables and pipes, and follow building regulations on notching and drilling structural timber. Clean and store bits in cases to keep edges sharp, and use cutting fluid on metal to extend life.
Meteor Electrical, family-run for more than 40 years, stocks 5,000+ products. Free delivery applies over £30 or €35 ex VAT, or use Click & Collect at Cookstown.
FAQ's
- What is the difference between SDS and standard drill bits?
- What drill bit should I use for drilling joists for cables?
- How do I drill a clean hole in a metal enclosure?
- What holesaw size do I need for downlights?
- Why do my drill bits keep going blunt?
- Can I get drill bits and holesaws delivered tomorrow?