Magnetic Drills - General Stores, Hardware and Tools

Portable magnetic-base drilling machines used for drilling steel plates, structural sections, machinery foundations and ship components during shipbuilding, maintenance and repair. They use an electromagnetic base to secure the drill to ferromagnetic surfaces.

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Product Information

Product Name Magnetic Drills
Product Category General Stores, Hardware and Tools
Product Reference 1074
Brands / Manufacturers FEIN, Hougen, BDS Maschinen, Euroboor, RUKO
Unit of Measure Piece

Key Features

Key Feature
1.   Electromagnetic holding base for ferrous steel surfaces
2.   Annular cutters for fast, accurate hole making
3.   Suitable for ship plates, beams, brackets and foundations
4.   Variable-speed or geared drive options
5.   Integrated coolant delivery and cutter lubrication
6.   Safety features such as thermal overload and magnetic-base interlock

Applications of Magnetic Drills

Application
1.  Shipbuilding and steel fabrication
2.  Onboard maintenance and ship repair
3.  Drilling holes in deck plates, bulkheads, beams and machinery foundations

Models & Manufacturers

Model Manufacturer
KBM 50 U FEIN
KBM 65 U FEIN
HMD900 Hougen
MAB 455 BDS Maschinen
MAB 485 BDS Maschinen
ECO.50S+ Euroboor

Technical Specifications

Model Specification Value Unit
KBM 50 U Maximum annular cutter diameter 50 mm
KBM 50 U Maximum drilling depth with annular cutter 50 mm
KBM 65 U Maximum annular cutter diameter 65 mm
HMD900 Maximum annular cutter diameter 38 mm
HMD900 Maximum drilling depth with annular cutter 51 mm
MAB 455 Maximum annular cutter diameter 45 mm
MAB 455 Maximum drilling depth with annular cutter 55 mm
ECO.50S+ Maximum annular cutter diameter 50 mm

Standards, Certifications & Class Approval

Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.

Applicable Standards & Certification Electrical tools are commonly supplied with CE marking and manufacturer declarations of conformity; some models also carry UKCA or North American certification. Applicable requirements may include IEC/EN 62841 series, EMC requirements and local electrical safety regulations. Verify the exact tool nameplate and certificate.
Class Approval Magnetic drills are normally portable workshop tools and are not generally type-approved by DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, BV or ClassNK. Any required marine approval must be confirmed for the specific model, vessel location and shipyard safety procedure.

Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information

Installation Notes Inspect the work surface and remove paint, scale, rust, oil and debris beneath the magnetic base. Confirm sufficient steel thickness and magnetic holding force. Secure the safety strap, fit the correct cutter and arbor, connect coolant where applicable, and verify voltage, frequency and rotation before drilling.
Maintenance Tips Clean the magnetic base, cutter arbor and ventilation openings after use. Check magnet performance, power cable, switches, guards, coolant lines and safety strap regularly. Keep cutters sharp, lubricated and stored dry; replace damaged or excessively worn components.
Safety Notes Use eye, hearing and hand protection and follow the manufacturer's instructions. Attach the safety chain or strap, especially during work at height or on vertical surfaces. Do not use on non-ferrous or excessively thin material unless approved by the manufacturer. Isolate power before cutter changes and prevent loose clothing or body parts from contacting rotating components.

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