They can drill the initial hole and counterbore it. Since the pilot drill is usually HSS or black oxide, they are usually used for drilling wood and other “soft” materials, not cast iron or steel.

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3. Annular cutters. Designed to cut large-diameter holes in thick metal more easily and more efficiently than twist drills or hole saws, annular cutters are considered to be industrial-grade tools.

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