2-1/4" Diameter x 6" Cutting Depth Carbide Tipped Annular Cutter

2-1/4" Diameter Carbide Tipped Annular Cutter – available in 2", 4", 6", and 8" depth of cut with a 3/4” Weldon shank. Our 2-1/4" carbide tipped annular cutter is engineered for tough drilling applications in steel fabrication, bridge work, construction, truck frames, and heavy equipment repair. This 2-1/4" TCT annular cutter delivers faster cutting speeds, extended tool life, and cleaner holes compared to HSS cutters or twist drills. Over 10,000 metal fabricators, welders, and machine shops rely on our 2-1/4" carbide tipped annular cutters for clean, accurate holes and long tool life. Benefits of Our 2-1/4" Diameter Carbide Tipped Annular Cutter More accurate holes with increased cutting speed. Minimized tooth load and tool wear for long life. Tapered inner wall for smooth, easy slug ejection. Center pilot pin for internal lubrication and slug removal. Able to resist higher temperatures—TCT cutters glide through the toughest materials. Ideal for tough alloys and hardened steels; perfect for bridge repair, truck chassis, steel erection, and power plant maintenance. Application for Annular Cutters Cutting Material Carbide Tipped Cutters High Speed Steel Cutters Mild Steel Structural Steel Construction Steel High Strength Steel Fine Grain Steel Stainless Steel Aluminum Copper/Brass Cast Iron Plastics Recommended RPM for 2-1/4” Carbide Tipped Annular Cutters Material Recommended RPM Mild Steel 350–500 RPM Structural Steel 300–450 RPM Stainless Steel 250–350 RPM Aluminum 500–650 RPM Cast Iron 200–300 RPM Lower RPM for harder materials. Always use cutting fluid for maximum cutter life, cleaner holes, and faster drilling performance. Browse Other Carbide Tipped Annular Cutter Diameters 1/2" 9/16" 5/8" 11/16" 3/4" 13/16" 7/8" 15/16" 1" 1-1/16" 1-1/8" 1-3/16" 1-1/4" 1-5/16" 1-3/8" 1-7/16" 1-1/2" 1-9/16" 1-5/8" 1-11/16" 1-3/4" 1-13/16" 1-7/8" 1-15/16" 2" 2-1/16" 2-1/8" 2-3/16" 2-5/16" 2-3/8" 2-7/16" 2-1/2" 2-9/16" 2-5/8" 2-11/16" 2-3/4" 2-13/16" 2-7/8" 2-15/16" 3" 3-1/16" 3-1/8" 3-3/16" 3-1/4" 3-5/16" 3-3/8" 3-7/16" 3-1/2" 3-9/16" 3-5/8" 3-11/16" 3-3/4" 3-13/16" 3-7/8" 3-15/16" 4" 4-1/16" 4-1/8" 4-3/16" 4-1/4" 4-5/16" 4-3/8" 4-1/2" 4-9/16" 4-5/8" 4-11/16" 4-3/4" 4-13/16" 4-7/8" 5" 5-5/16" 5-3/8" 5-1/2" 5-9/16" 5-3/4" 5-13/16" 5-7/8" 6" 6-1/4" 6-1/2" 8" You Might Also Like Carbide Tipped Ejector Pins Shop now Annular Cutter Holders Shop now Magnetic Base Drills Shop now Metal Cutting Lubricants Shop now HSS Annular Cutters Shop now Carbide Tipped Hole Cutters Shop now Why Buy From H.D. Chasen? 🛡️ Family-Owned Since 1939 Trusted by contractors, machinists & steel fabricators. 🚚 Fast U.S. Shipping All orders ship quickly from our U.S. warehouses. ⚙️ Premium Industrial Tooling Professional-grade cutters — no cheap imports. 👷 Expert Support Real people with real tool knowledge. FAQ: 2-1/4" Diameter Carbide Tipped Annular Cutters What Pilot Pin size do I need for a 2-1/4" Diameter Carbide Tipped Annular Cutter? Always match the pin length to the cutters cutting depth. Do I need cutting fluid with carbide tipped annular cutters? Yes — cutting fluid dramatically improves cutter life, reduces heat, and improves slug ejection. Carbide can cut dry, but lubrication extends tool life and prevents tooth chipping. What's the difference between carbide tipped and high speed steel (HSS) annular cutters? Carbide tipped cutters are faster, more durable, and ideal for tough steels. HSS cutters are more forgiving, cheaper, and better for general-purpose mild steel drilling. How long do carbide tipped annular cutters last? Most carbide TCT annular cutters last 50–150 holes under normal use. With proper lubrication and correct RPM, you can often get even more. What's the difference between a Carbide Tipped Annular Cutter and a Carbide Tipped Hole Cutter? Annular cutters are for deep holes in thick steel using mag drills. Hole cutters are for thin metal using handheld drills.