Product Description
The CMT 552-GUIDE Drill Guide with Suction Cups is a precision positioning tool designed to help tradespeople and tile setters drill accurate holes in hard tiles, stone surfaces, and other smooth materials. Featuring a plastic guide body with 7 pre-sized holes and a vacuum suction cup mounting system, this drill guide locks firmly onto smooth surfaces without slipping - giving you confident, repeatable hole placement every time you reach for a CMT 552 diamond dry hole saw.
Key Features
- 7-hole guide template - accommodates 7 different bit and hole saw diameters (4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 7mm, 8mm, 10mm, and 12mm), so a single guide handles a full range of common drilling tasks without swapping fixtures.
- Suction cup mounting system - attaches directly to smooth tile and stone surfaces without adhesive, tools, or clamps, allowing fast repositioning while holding securely during drilling to prevent bit wander.
- Plastic guide body construction - provides a lightweight, durable frame that protects the tile surface from contact damage while guiding the bit cleanly into position.
- Metric and imperial hole sizing - covers diameters from 5/32 in. through 1/2 in. (4mm through 12mm), making the guide practical for both metric and standard-dimension hole saws on the same job.
- Designed for use with CMT 552 diamond dry hole saws - the guide template holes are sized to match the CMT 552 series precisely, reducing runout and keeping the saw centered from the first moment of contact.
Why This Product
- Drilling into hard tile or polished stone without a guide risks bit slip, cracked tiles, and off-center holes - the suction cup base holds the guide firmly in place on smooth surfaces so the hole saw starts exactly where you intend it.
- With 7 hole sizes in one compact template, this guide eliminates the need to carry separate positioning jigs for different diameter jobs, saving setup time when drilling holes of varying sizes in the same tile installation.
- The guide is purpose-matched to CMT 552 diamond dry hole saws, meaning the template geometry aligns with the actual cutting diameter of the bits - no guesswork, no improvised centering.
- The vacuum-mount design leaves no residue, marks, or damage on finished tile faces, making it suitable for use on already-installed surfaces where surface protection matters as much as accuracy.
Specifications
- Manufacturer Part Number: 552-GUIDE
- Brand: CMT Orange Tools
- Type: Drill Guide with Suction Cups
- Number of Holes: 7
- Hole Diameters: 4mm, 5mm, 6mm, 7mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm (5/32 in., 3/16 in., 1/4 in., 9/32 in., 5/16 in., 3/8 in., 1/2 in.)
- Mounting System: Vacuum Suction Cups
- Body Material: Plastic
- Compatible With: CMT 552 Diamond Dry Hole Saws
Approved Applications
- Accurate hole positioning on hard tiles
- Accurate hole positioning on hard stones
- Drilling on smooth surfaces where bit wander is a risk
Frequently Asked Questions
What hole saw series is the 552-GUIDE designed to work with?
The 552-GUIDE is designed specifically for use with CMT 552 Diamond Dry Hole Saws. The 7 guide holes are sized to match the cutting diameters in that series, ensuring accurate centering and reduced bit wander on hard tile and stone surfaces.
What are the 7 hole diameters available in this guide template?
The guide provides 7 hole sizes: 4mm (5/32 in.), 5mm (3/16 in.), 6mm (1/4 in.), 7mm (9/32 in.), 8mm (5/16 in.), 10mm (3/8 in.), and 12mm (1/2 in.), covering a practical range of common tile and stone drilling applications.
How does the guide attach to the work surface?
The 552-GUIDE uses a vacuum suction cup mounting system that adheres directly to smooth surfaces such as glazed tile and polished stone. No adhesives, fasteners, or clamps are required, and the guide can be repositioned easily between holes without leaving residue or marking the surface.
Can this guide be used on surfaces that are not smooth?
The suction cup mounting system requires a smooth, non-porous surface to form a proper vacuum seal. It is suited for smooth tile and stone surfaces. Rough, textured, or porous surfaces will not allow the suction cups to grip securely.
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