When we say the Onsite+ Step Tip Step Cutter is built to last, we mean it. We subjected this cutter to the ultimate longevity test, drilling 1000 holes with the same bit, no swap-outs, no shortcuts, just one cutter doing all the work. It’s not just a claim; it’s a promise that this cutter can handle even the most demanding jobs.
Our product team had already run a test that proved this cutter could smash through 3mm mild steel and deliver 1000 clean holes, so we decided to turn things up a notch and bring you along for the journey. The test plate? 6mm black mild steel; a good challenge for any cutter.
The Setup
To ensure we kept things fair, the whole test was done under controlled conditions and followed best practice.
- Alpha Liquid Gold Lubrication is applied to every single hole.
- Speed 2 setting
- Battery fully charged
- Drill running flat out
- Proper PPE (hearing, eye and hand protection)
- Steady continuous pressure, just enough to keep straight but not too much that it’s being forced.
Tough Job, Tougher Tools
Drilling 1000 holes in 6mm plate isn’t exactly light work. The bit held up fine, but our product development tester’s shoulder? Not so much.
This test wasn’t just about showing off the Onsite+ Step Tip Step Cutter’s strength; it was about proving that your gear shouldn’t quit before you do, and when following the proper techniques and best practices, your tools can last and last, making your job smoother, safer and a whole lot easier.
Why It Works
The Onsite+ Step Tip Step Cutter’s unique step tip design is the secret to its exceptional performance. It eliminates the need for a pilot hole, bites cleanly, cuts consistently and smoothly, and reduces the need for heavy pressure. The 10mm deep steps allow for drilling in thicker materials, and the AICrN coating ensures tool bit durability and longevity.
These features are why it’s possible to hit numbers like 1000 holes with one single bit without worrying about breakage or wear.
Click here to see more features and benefits of the Alpha Onsite+ Step Tip Step Cutter.
The Proof
You can watch the full test below, which runs for over an hour (sped up for your sanity), with nothing but hole after hole after hole. No tricks, just proof that the Onsite+ Step Tip Step Cutter can handle it.
In this video, you will see that every hole was drilled under best practice with the correct speed, proper lubrication and just enough to keep it straight. No pushing, just precision and consistency.
The Result
 | 1 overheated drill: Tough going for the machine, but not for our Onsite+ Step Tip Step Cutter |
 | 3 bottles of lubricant: Keeping it cool and cutting smoothly |
 | 3 batteries: 399 holes from a single battery alone |
 | 7½ hours: The total time it took to complete |
 | 6 metres of steel drilled: That's 6mm plate x 1000 holes |
 | 1 Onsite+ Step Tip Step Cutter: And even after all that, it was still drilling! |
The Takeaway
If your looking for a step cutter that:
- Stays sharp job after job
- Makes cutting easier, not harder
- Keeps up with long days on site
- Works across different materials and thicknesses
- Cuts fast and keeps moving
…then look no further, the Alpha Onsite+ Step Tip Step Cutter.
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