Which materials is this breakthrough drill bit suitable for?

This bit is designed for drilling large breakthrough holes in concrete, masonry, and limestone.

Which rotary hammers are compatible with this bit?

It features an SDS-max shank and fits all rotary hammers equipped with an SDS-max chuck.

What are the dimensions of this drill bit?

The drill bit has a 55 mm diameter, a working length of 450 mm, and a total length of 600 mm.

What is the benefit of the 3-cutter carbide head?

The vacuum-brazed 3-cutter carbide tip delivers rapid breakthrough and efficient removal of large debris pieces.

What is a 55 mm breakthrough drill bit typically used for?

It is commonly used for wall and floor penetrations when installing pipes, conduits, or thick cables.

BOSCH 1618596457 concrete drill bit SDS-Max-9, breakthrough 55 x 450 x 600 mm

Name: BOSCH 1618596457 concrete drill bit SDS-Max-9, breakthrough 55 x 450 x 600 mm
Brand: BOSCH
SKU: 02220316
Price: 213.4 EUR
Availability: PreOrder

Supplier number: BOSCH 1618596457 | EAN 3165140021975

Recommended Retail Price €458.43

213.40 tax incl.

€176.36 excl. VAT (incl. all environmental contributions)

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Efficient heavy breakthrough drilling in concrete

Practical benefits

Durable Bosch carbide tip: The vacuum-brazed 3-cutter head smashes through dense concrete and masonry while delivering long-lasting wear resistance.
Fast dust removal design: You prevent drill bit clogging thanks to the tapered shank and 2-flute U-shape geometry that ejects debris smoothly.
Sized for large installations: With a 55 mm diameter and 450 mm working length, you create clean passages for exterior pipes and thick cables.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Bosch pro SDS-MAX-9 Break Through drill bit, you drill large breakthrough holes through solid concrete, masonry, and limestone with speed and confidence. Its vacuum-brazed 3-cutter carbide head smashes through tough materials while delivering long-lasting wear resistance. Featuring a 55 mm diameter, 450 mm working length, and 600 mm total length, it lets you create clean passages for hvac conduits, drain pipes, and thick cables in one smooth operation. The 2-flute U-shape geometry and tapered shank ensure rapid dust and debris removal, keeping the bit clear from clogging. Designed for rotary hammers with an SDS-max chuck, it gives you the power and reliability needed for heavy breakthrough jobs.

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€213.40

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Key features according to our expert

Diameter: 55 mm
Drill bit type: Hammer drill bit - Breakthrough drill bit
Overall length: 600 mm
Shank type: SDS-max
Material (drill bit): Carbide tip
Number of cutting edges: 3 ea
Cutting length: 450 mm

Product description

Through drill bit SDS-Max-9, Break Through 55 x 450 x 600 mm
Standard drill bit for drilling large and deep holes in concrete
Drill bit SDS max-9 Break Through is used as standard when drilling large and deep holes in concrete
Vacuum brazed and carbide tip with 3 cutters to break through large pieces of material

Advantages

Deep holes in concrete - The SDS max-9 Break Through drill bit is used as standard when drilling large and deep holes in concrete.
The fine-grained, carbide tip with 3 cutters is vacuum brazed and hardened for fast results and good removal of large pieces of grit.
The drill bit's long, tapered shank allows piercing, while the U-shaped design with 2 spirals removes drilling dust well.
The drill bit is suitable for piercing with a diameter of 45 to 80 mm in concrete, masonry and limestone for e.g. pulling cables and pipes outside.
The drill bit is intended for use on rotary hammers.
Note: When drilling through, always use a drill hammer with sufficient power to prevent overloading.
Read the operating instructions first.
Fits all SDS max rotary hammers.

All Features

Diameter: 55 mm
Drill bit type: Hammer drill bit - Breakthrough drill bit
Overall length: 600 mm
Shank type: SDS-max
Material (drill bit): Carbide tip
Number of cutting edges: 3 ea
Cutting length: 450 mm
Diameter (d) mm: 55
Overall length (l2) mm: 600
Useful length (l1) mm: 450

Brand BOSCH
02220316
EAN 3165140021975
Supplier number BOSCH 1618596457

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

Which materials is this breakthrough drill bit suitable for?: This bit is designed for drilling large breakthrough holes in concrete, masonry, and limestone.
Which rotary hammers are compatible with this bit?: It features an SDS-max shank and fits all rotary hammers equipped with an SDS-max chuck.
What are the dimensions of this drill bit?: The drill bit has a 55 mm diameter, a working length of 450 mm, and a total length of 600 mm.
What is the benefit of the 3-cutter carbide head?: The vacuum-brazed 3-cutter carbide tip delivers rapid breakthrough and efficient removal of large debris pieces.
What is a 55 mm breakthrough drill bit typically used for?: It is commonly used for wall and floor penetrations when installing pipes, conduits, or thick cables.