Irwin 88816 SPEEDBOR 1″ X 6″ Spade Wood Drill Bit

The Irwin 88816 SPEEDBOR 1″ X 6″ Spade Wood Drill Bit is built for high-speed, precision drilling in wood. With a patented Blue-Groove™ cutting edge and double cutting spurs, this spade bit is engineered to drill holes up to 2X faster and last 2X longer than traditional spade bits. Whether you’re roughing in a house, building a deck, or drilling through studs for electrical or plumbing installs, this bit offers aggressive chip removal and clean hole finishes—helping you work quicker with less breakout. Designed with a 10% larger shank, it resists bending and provides more durability, even under heavy load and high-torque applications. Compatible with all standard quick-change chucks and impact drivers, it’s a go-to bit for anyone drilling into wood on the job site or in the shop.

The SPEEDBOR 88816 is ideal for a wide range of users across trades and industries where consistent, efficient wood drilling is needed. Electricians can drill clean access points for wiring. Carpenters can bore holes through studs with less blowout. HVAC and plumbing professionals benefit from faster chip ejection and cleaner finishes. Educational trades programs and workshops find it reliable for student use, and municipalities benefit from its performance in high-volume installations.

Irwin SPEEDBOR 1″ X 6″ Spade Wood Drill Bit At a Glance

• Double Cutting Spurs: reduces breakout by scoring the hole edge before the bit clears it
• 10% Larger Shank: increases strength and reduces the risk of bending or snapping
• Fits Quick-Change Chucks: compatible with standard drills and impact drivers for faster bit swaps
• Chamfered Cutting Edges: delivers cleaner cuts and longer bit life
• Blue-Groove™ Parabolic Scoop: improves chip removal speed, allowing for faster hole drilling
• Impact Driver Ready: 1/4″ impact-rated shank allows for direct use in high-torque drivers
• Titanium Nitride/Black Oxide Finish: increases wear resistance and reduces friction during drilling

Markets

• Construction Contractors Ideal for drilling studs, joists, and framing lumber when running wiring or plumbing.
• Electricians Useful for fast, clean hole drilling through wood studs without splintering.
• HVAC & Plumbing Installers Makes it easy to bore holes for pipe and conduit runs quickly without clogging.
• Woodworking & Carpentry Shops Helpful for projects needing repetitive boring in hardwoods or softwoods.
• Educational Institutions & Trade Schools Durable and simple enough for training environments with high student use.
• Municipal Maintenance Crews Durable bit for general facility maintenance or field installations.
• DIY Users & Home Renovators A reliable, professional-grade bit for home projects like decks and renovations.

Job sites run smoother when the tools do their job the first time. This SPEEDBOR bit doesn’t just punch holes—it clears chips fast, minimizes splintering, and keeps going longer than standard wood bits. For trades that rely on productivity, from residential electricians to municipal crews, using a bit that cuts downtime in half means more work gets done in less time. Whether you’re outfitting a single tool belt or a fleet of vans, this bit helps keep projects moving forward.

Irwin 88816 SPEEDBOR 1″ X 6″ Spade Wood Drill Bit Features

• Drills holes 2X faster
• Lasts 2X longer to get more done
• Chamfered cutting edges for increased durability

Irwin 88816 SPEEDBOR 1″ X 6″ Spade Wood Drill Bit Specifications

• Brand: IRWIN Tools
• Product Line: SPEEDBOR
• Bit Type: Spade Bit
• Diameter: 1 inch
• Length: 6 inches (bit) / 9 inches (overall)
• Shank: 1/4″ Quick Change, Impact Rated
• Material: Carbon Steel
• Finish: Titanium Nitride / Black Oxide
• Use: Wood Drilling Only
• Model Number: 88816
• UPC: 024721200549

Why Tradespeople Choose the Irwin SPEEDBOR 1″ X 6″ Spade Wood Drill Bit

Tradespeople trust the IRWIN SPEEDBOR 1″ spade bit because it drills clean, fast, and stays sharp longer. It’s often called a “paddle bit” or “flat bit” on job sites, and this one stands up to repeated use in the field. Whether you’re running wires through studs or building a timber frame, this bit is ready to handle tough materials without slowing you down. It’s a staple in tool bags across industries, proving itself where time and precision matter most.