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A Forstner bit drills flat-bottomed, clean-walled holes in woodunlike twist bits that leave a pointed bottom. The Famag Bormax uses a continuous rim with scoring spurs that reduce tearout and produce exceptionally smooth hole walls, especially at the entry and exit of the cut.

HSS bits are the right choice for solid hardwood and softwood where they hold an edge well and can be resharpened. Carbide-tipped bits are better suited to MDF, particleboard, and melamine-coated sheet goods that wear HSS tooling rapidly.

Larger-diameter Forstner bits require slower speeds to prevent burning and ensure clean cuts. As a general rule, reduce speed as diameter increases. Refer to a speed chart for your specific drill press and bit size, and always test on scrap first.

Forstner bits are designed primarily for use in a drill press or in a guide jig, where the bit is held perpendicular to the surface. They can be used in a handheld drill for shallow holes but require a steady hand to avoid wandering.

The 5-piece Famag depth stop set mounts on Bormax bit shanks to limit drilling depth consistently, eliminating the need to rely solely on your drill press stop—useful when multiple holes must be drilled to the same depth.

The Morse taper adapter converts Famag bits with a 10mm hex shank to a #2 Morse taper for use in drill presses equipped with a Morse taper spindle rather than a standard chuck.

The Famag Bormax extension kits add length to the bit shank, allowing you to drill deeper holes such as those required for bottle-opening mechanisms, pepper mills, or deep hardware mortises.

The Famag pepper mill boring kits include the specialized bit configuration needed to bore the stepped, flat-bottomed holes required when turning a functional pepper mill on the lathe.

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The Infinity Tools learning center publishes woodworking technique articles covering drilling, bit selection, and setup tips for drill press work.