How do you use a tank cutter with a carpenters’ brace?

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Step 1 – Mark workpiece

Mark on your work the point at which you want the centre of your hole to be.

Step 2 – Set distance between pilot drill and blade

Use a ruler to set the distance between the pilot drill and the cutting point of the blade.

This distance should be equal to the radius of the circle you want to cut. For example, If you are looking to cut a circle with a diameter of 70mm, this distance will be 35mm (70÷2=35).

Step 3 – Install tank cutter

Install your tank cutter in the chuck of your carpenters’ brace.

Step 4 – Cut test hole

Turn the handle of the carpenters’ brace clockwise and cut a test hole in a piece of scrap material.