Drill Hole Saws, Including the Freud Diablo Quick Change

In this tutorial, we review using holes saw, including the Freud Quick Change System.
For many woodworkers, hole saws are one of the handiest, seldom used tools you will own. Few, if any, tools can make holes in hard to get at places, or on plain flat surfaces better than a hole saw which is a funny name for what is really just a different version of a drill bit.
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[@ronc5386]

Wow that is quite an improvement on the hole saw and nice that they include a adapter so you can use your existing saw bits. Lots of those for will be under the tree this year. Thanks for sharing Colin.

[@knecht105]

Yeah, I think your are right Ron :)

[@blackbear92201]

Perfect explanation of the Freud Quick Change System (including how to get the wood out)! Thanks for posting! :D

[@cynthiabrown7134]

Thank you for the demo, I bought the bit for metal but not the adapter so now I know what was wrong , back to the hardware store. This lady thanks you!

[@inkman002]

Im kinda impressed you disassembled the hole saw right after drilling without burning your hand!

[@donmoore7785]

I came here to learn how the Diablo system works. Great demonstration.

[@p2imm06]

Very helpful video. Had the tool in the basement, hadn't used in a while, it is PERFECT

[@spwoodart]

Nice, Freud hole saws here I come. Thanks.

[@knecht105]

Yes, I agree, a cool additon

[@christopherzimmer]

Thank you so so much for explaining the quick connect and the adapters. I found them in a drawer and could not for the life of me figure out how to use them.

[@bc65925]

I used this type of hole saw in making steel wheels for barn door hardware. I cut out two pieces of 1/4 inch steel and then a slightly smaller diameter of 3/8. Weld the two to the side of the one and I have a wheel that will run up and down a steel track.

[@knecht105]

That's a neat idea ... thanks

[@sancarcar1713]

thanks you for giving this hole saw materials differences

[@knecht105]

no prob ... thanks for your comments

[@michaelcurtis4297]

Thanks for the review, very good comparison to cheap ones verses the latest idea from Freud. That they can cut more than just wood and what speed to do so with was good information as well.

[@kitd56]

You just saved me a bundle - thanks!

[@mfwoodshop]

Great tool from Freud good stuff, glad they thought of the adapter

[@knecht105]

Thanks Mike

[@honestinsincerity2270]

So that Freud arbor is awesome. However, I will say if you're trying to drill a lotta different size holes with different bits, that little metal bushing that's threaded on the outside can get practically welded onto the hole saw bit after a few cuts. If you have a buncha bushings or those hex nut things that connect the bit to the arbor then I'd just put one in each hole saw and never have to worry about it. But I think they only give you two (one of each size) when you buy the arbor. Just wish you didn't have to take the hole saw over to the vise to undo that connecting piece.

[@903woodworks5]

Thanks for sharing a nice video. Did not know about the quick release system. Good info. A little trick I've used for years on 3/4 or thicker stock is drill half way thru then flip the board over. Makes the plug much easier to get out.

[@knecht105]

Yes, I have done that too when possible ... good point thanks for sharing

[@liambatt8637]

This whole saws are for general-purpose, you can get ones special for wood. They have 1 to 5 teeth depending on the breed. And will cut through timber plastic and other such materials. Faster and cleaner then any general-purpose ones. I like the Quick release Harbour looks great.

[@PuffsDragon]

thanks Colin. now there is another tool on my want/dream list.

[@knecht105]

Yes Michael and not expensive, I think around $20 for such a time saver

[@rubbermallet3873]

👌excellent video - thank you sir 👍

[@jbb5470]

Great new tool! I will have to get one for the shop. Thanks for the review/ update.

[@kattfranklin6933]

Thank you

[@meanders9221]

Excellent info, wasn't aware of these. Thanks much!

[@knecht105]

Thanks for commenting Michael

[@stevewalker7822]

Colin, I enjoyed your review and went out and bought mine. Thx

[@cjhification]

Nice video, Bosch have had holesaws like that for years. I don't know if the have adaptors for old ones though.

[@knecht105]

Interesting ... I did no know that, thanks Craig

[@dalemoskalyk1227]

Oh man making my own toy wheels just got way easier. Thanks for this vid Colin...time to start dropping them Christmas hints😉.

[@knecht105]

Cool, thanks for the note Dale, good idea for wheels

[@anthonyanthaudainea3499]

Very interesting to know, thanks for shearing,

[@knecht105]

Thanks Anthony

[@anthonyanthaudainea3499]

Welcome

[@Thom4123]

Awesome overview of hole saws also I must say Freud definitely came out with a better ( mouse trap ) for hole saws. Thank you for sharing always learn something new.

[@knecht105]

Yes they did, nice to see that kind of innovation

[@sbuzz5889]

love your videos still learnin thumbs way up

[@knecht105]

Thanks Buzz, appreciate the kind words

[@Boomers_Bud]

Hi Colin, another great video. I have not seen these before today so thanks for spending my money again.... now I want one. I highly doubt this will be an easy find around here but I'll keep an eye out for them. lol Derek

[@knecht105]

They should be available in most DIY stores as far as I know

[@stevesmith1349]

im here today trying to figure out how not to get my arm broke when my 6 inch hole pinches or grabs something then throws me twisting my arm. Very painful. im trying to figure out what im doing wrong

[@beauxtx1959]

Ordered one. Thanks!!

[@knecht105]

lol ... good one

[@altepost3805]

In Europa erhältlich als "Bosch Pro Power-Change-Adapter mit 8-mm-Sechskantaufnahmeschaft für Lochsägen Progressor" - ca. 16 EUR

[@dougg9186]

Good video as usual. The part about using your old style hole saws may not be the best advice. The purpose of the old style pins is to stop the hole saw blade from jamming on the thread of the adapter, using the Frued adapter without the pins your hole saw will jam on the Frued adapter and could be difficult to remove. I use hole saws a lot, love them, but for me they kind of go hand in hand wih expandable drum sanders.Hey I haven't seen a drum sander video yet! just say'en

[@knecht105]

lol ... I don't have a drum sander, but have been thinking about it .. thanks Douglas, may have to put this on the list

[@diggerdeb]

Great tip.

[@knecht105]

Thanks Deb

[@ggrimm79]

Hey, all. Take a look at the Spyder arbors, if you haven't already. Even easier.

[@mickeybinas]

Trust me nobody thinks you're talkin about a jigsaw when you're talking about hole saw

[@cmoorhead1]

NICE!

[@knecht105]

Thanks Chris

[@hansdegroot8549]

That Freud Quick Release system is very interesting. How much does it cost? Where to buy? Shipping to Europe. We use holesaws 68 mm for making holes in drywall for electrical switches and outlets. A hole is drilled in 15 seconds and taking the piece of drywall out is terrible work, and this in spite of having a rather expensive holesaw with a spring in it. Thanks for sharing and I hop you can answer my questions.

[@hansdegroot8549]

Thanks for the link. Yes, I am Dutch. But living in Slovakia for more than 26 years.

[@stevenholden9520]

They have been available in Europe from Bosch for some time now, comparable prices to Starrett. They are so easy to use. I bought a pack of converters on ebay for my existing hole saws.

[@commonsensegaming1756]

nice

[@LZACCARO]

Hey Colin, great explanation about hole saws. Tks. ZACCARO

[@knecht105]

Thanks Zac

[@24revealer]

Hi Colin, something you didn't cover and I would like to know. Do the Diablo hole saws have a removable screw in adapter that can be removed so you can use a regular holesaw arbor that go in the 2 holes?

[@kerryflatt5391]

There's a MAJOR design flaw in the provided adapter nuts included with the quick change kit that this video fails to mention or illustrate. If you're using the quick change with Freud/Diablo hole saws that are meant for it, in other words the hole saw arbor nut is welded to the hole saw, these are a great tool to have and work great. HOWEVER, if you use the provide adapter nuts on older hole saws, if for any reason you need to reverse the drill (since there are no pins holding the hold saw in place) the adapter nut just simply unscrews leaving your hole saw stuck in place. Additionally, if you use a larger hole saw with the adapter nut, you MUST NOT release the drill trigger once you start drilling your pilot hole because the "flywheel" motion of the hole saw weight allows the hole saw to unscrew rapidly and fly off the adapter nut if you stop the drill, creating a very dangerous situation. You'll notice in the video at the 7:03 mark he never lets off the drill trigger after starting with the pilot hole and engaging the hole saw. This flaw SHOULD BE ADDRESSED BY FREUD by somehow adding locking pins to this system.

[@walterrider9600]

thank you yup the plug can be a bear to get out

[@knecht105]

Thanks Walter

[@judithdennison8353]

Looking at making some couch lifters to raise my couch, how can I have the home saw not go entirely through, I want a hole to rest my previous couch legs to sit in a 5 piece block

[@cobberpete1]

Yep, I'm one of those guys who gets frustrated with getting the plug out.

[@knecht105]

Yeah, me too, such a waste of time fighting those plugs out

[@MrDaiseymay]

FREUD WERE BOUGHT OUT BY BOSCH, A FEW YEARS AGO, IT DOESEN'T LOOK LIKE THEY CONTINUED WITH THIS GREAT TOOL.

[@lindamcentaffer5969]

2:00; Chinezium

[@benfbuilder]

The diablo/frued arbors and hole saws do not last worth a damn. There's a ton of play in them as well so the hole saw wobbles around a lot. Great concept, but bad quality product. Used them for 2 years and came to this conclusion.

[@NYPAULY1]

What's the point in telling us what the RPM is for different materials? Great in a drill press maybe but not if you're using a hand drill. Good information otherwise

[@knecht105]

Well Paul, for more experienced guys like you who already know that harder materials should be drilled slower, not much, but for all those woodworking newbies at least knowing the speeds, even if we don't know them exactly, at least it gives a bit of a guideline on speeds, that's all :)

[@curt2233]

Different material s require different rpms to cut with results and keep the blade Sharp or your going to dull it up just for a couple cuts

[@armandoavila7079]

Spyder drill bits might work better

[@PLAX84]

Get that adapter off the holesaw

[@jacobsidorin2055]

How wired this guy can’t talk without laughing

[@vincentdangelo8024]

Don’t touch the saw right after drilling. It will very HOT

[@thesultanmerchant]

provide demo of 6" dia. hole saw rather then just showing gleams of it. I presume that it is not very friendly to use 6" ida. hole saw.

[@MrMaddawgg]

That's what I wanted to see, the 6" hole saw in action. I damn near broke my wrist with a 4".

[@jimbol8695]

Well, it looks like they built a better mousetrap. I'll stick to the old way, I enjoy cussing too damn much.

[@knecht105]

lol ... there is that ... thanks for the chuckle Jimbo