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View full imageZHMAX-5X · ZHMAX-7 · ZHMAX-8 · ZHMAX-168 — four carbide head geometry tiers for every level of SDS-Max drilling, from general construction and full-head solid carbide to hard-rock mining heads. Complete range Ø4-45mm.
Choose ZHMAX-5X for high-volume general construction. Step up to ZHMAX-7 when reinforced concrete, deep holes, drilling speed and hole output lead the buying decision.
Proven 4-cutter carbide geometry for fast, dependable drilling in concrete, masonry and stone. Built for high-volume general construction and distributor programs, with a balanced YG8C head and four-flute debris removal.
Built for the highest drilling speed, longer working life than competing SDS-Max bits and more in-spec holes per bit. A full-width brazed carbide primary blade drives penetration; two inclined, axially set-back side inserts stabilize the bore and support gauge retention, while open head pockets move debris directly into the flutes.
Full-head solid carbide: the entire cutting head is one piece of tungsten carbide, joined to the steel body by our resistance-friction-welding process. Built for reinforced-concrete drilling, rebar encounters and abrasive material. Our current ZHMAX-8 SDS-Max range is Ø4–25 mm; ZHMAX-7 multi-insert four-cutter and ZHMAX-168 six-edge programmes provide separate constructions for other diameter and duty requirements. Match the selected model to the machine and hole.
Three-plate, 6-cutting-edge carbide head — six impact faces drive round, straight holes with low vibration through abrasive hard rock, the round-hole architecture small-scale mining needs for ø32 mm blast-hole cartridges. The 6-edge geometry class of the Diager Ultimax 168, on a heat-treated 42CrMo body with continuous controlled-atmosphere mesh-belt brazed virgin carbide for deep mining lengths.
Heavy-duty design with precision manufacturing to industrial standards
Compare head construction and application before selecting sizes. The diameter and overall-length ranges below describe each program. We confirm the available diameter × working length × overall length combinations on the drawing and quotation for each SKU.
| Program | Head construction | Application fit | Diameter | Overall length | Working length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZHMAX-5X | Brazed 4-cutter cross | General concrete, masonry and distributor ranges | Ø12-25mmØ1/2" - Ø1" | 200-600mm7-7/8" - 23-5/8" | Per approved SKU drawing |
| ZHMAX-7 | Primary blade + 2 side inserts; 4 cutting edges | Reinforced concrete, hard rock and deep holes | Ø16-45mmØ5/8" - Ø1-3/4" | 320-920mm12-5/8" - 36-1/4" | Per approved SKU drawing |
| ZHMAX-8 | One-piece 4-cutter carbide head; RFW joint | Repeated rebar contact; Ø4–25 mm programRepeated rebar contact; Ø3/16" - Ø1" program | Ø4-25mmØ3/16" - Ø1" | 160-540mm6-5/16" - 21-1/4" | Per approved SKU drawing |
| ZHMAX-168 | 3 carbide blocks; 6 cutting edges | Hard stone, deep holes and mining blast holes | Ø22-45mmØ7/8" - Ø1-3/4" | 450-920mm17-11/16" - 36-1/4" | Per approved SKU drawing |
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We match SDS-Max packaging to your confirmed size range and brand. Explore our plastic-hanger and protective-tube examples with front-and-back artwork.
Packaging example
ZHMAX-7 front-and-back example with product identity, size and application information.
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Protective-tube example with matching front-and-back label artwork for SDS-Max supply.
View full imageWe adapt your artwork and label language, then confirm the item ID, size and buyer-provided barcode for each SKU. The approved product and packaging sample become the reference for production and repeat supply.
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SDS-Max uses an 18mm shank vs 10mm for SDS-Plus, delivering 3-5x more impact energy. SDS-Max is designed for heavy-duty industrial applications with diameters Ø4-45mm.
Multi-blade is a marketplace term commonly used for 4-cutter or multi-cutter SDS-Max bits. ZHMAX-5X uses a conventional 4-cutter cross head, while ZHMAX-7 uses a multi-insert architecture with one full-width primary blade and two inclined side inserts.
Our SDS-Max range covers Ø4–45 mm in four ZHMAX head tiers: ZHMAX-5X (Ø12–25 mm), ZHMAX-7 (Ø16–45 mm), ZHMAX-8 full-head solid carbide (Ø4–25 mm) and the ZHMAX-168 6-cutter mining head (Ø22–45 mm). Standard lengths run from 160 mm to 920 mm; longer lengths are quoted on request.
Yes, with the right head. ZHMAX-8 full-head solid carbide keeps drilling through rebar contact without a tool change. ZHMAX-7’s full-width blade and side inserts handle incidental rebar contact in reinforced concrete. With brazed heads (ZHMAX-5X / ZHMAX-7), stop and switch to a dedicated rebar cutter when the bit meets a bar. Cutting structural reinforcement needs the structural engineer’s approval.
SDS-Max is widely used in infrastructure construction, bridge engineering, tunnel work, foundation work, mining and quarry drilling, and professional demolition projects.
Yes, we provide full OEM/ODM services for SDS-Max products including custom specifications, branding, and bulk packaging for industrial distributors.
YG8C (8% cobalt) is the standard grade for general construction drilling, with a good balance of hardness and impact resistance. YG11C has a higher cobalt content (11%) and a coarse grain, giving higher toughness against heavy impact and rebar strikes; in continuous heavy-duty drilling in dense reinforced concrete it typically delivers 30–50% longer life.
SDS-Max bits need high impact energy but a lower rotation speed than smaller bits.
Recommended speeds:
• Ø12–18 mm: 350–450 rpm
• Ø20–32 mm: 250–350 rpm
• Ø35–45 mm: 150–250 rpm
Technique: (1) Let the machine do the work; do not apply excessive feed pressure. (2) Clear the hole often by pulling the bit slightly back. (3) If the bit meets rebar: with ZHMAX-8 full-carbide heads, keep a steady feed and drill through; with brazed ZHMAX-5X / ZHMAX-7 heads, stop and switch to a dedicated rebar cutter. Cutting structural reinforcement needs the structural engineer’s approval.
We provide professional heavy-duty drill bit customization for industrial applications and special working conditions. Our technical team offers optimal solutions.
Compare two three-piece, four-edge SDS-Max cross heads: primary-blade profile, inclined side inserts, axial setback, gauge support and flute transition. Includes a matched-tool test plan and OEM specification fields.
A practical SDS drill bit guide for contractors, distributors, and OEM buyers. Understand SDS-Plus vs SDS-Max, 2-cutter vs 4-cutter, rebar work, and the RFQ details that actually matter.
Manufacturer-side guide to 40Cr vs 42CrMo / 42CrMo4 for SDS drill bits, SDS-Max bodies, drill rods, and chisels. Compare steel spec, cost logic, carbide geometry, and when each material makes sense.
Complete SDS-Max drill bit size chart: every standard diameter from 14 mm to 80 mm with overall length, working length, and carbide grade recommendations. Essential reference for distributors and machine shops.