DEWALT Door Lock Installation Kit, C-Clamp Design, for Metal or Wood Doors, 2 Adjustable Bushings, Easy Installation (D180004), Multicolor

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The craftsman hole saw kit is specifically designed for Metal doors. We find that it is just as easily used with a wooden door but you can only use it at your own risk because there is a high chance it will scratch the surface.

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For that, we have selected six of the best products out there to review. Through these, we aim to help you gain a more in-depth understanding of these kits.I'll do the review on a piece-by-piece basis and try to explain what mistakes you should avoid and why the kit does not prevent your making the mistake. Hopefully armed with this info, you will make fewer mistakes than I did, or at least make different mistakes, The mounting plate is a piece of metal that screws onto the edge of your door. It’s used to mount the latch mechanism, and it typically comes in two pieces: one for the door jamb and another for the door itself. Striking plate In some cases, there will be sets that only require three parts for the entire installation. The goal is finding an option which is as uncomplicated as possible.

Bi-Metal Door Lock Installation 4 Piece Kit | DEWALT

The best part about this kit is that it works on almost any door. That means you can use it on both wooden and metal doors. These kits need to have a certain amount of sturdiness to work so seamlessly on metal doors. The depth stop will even prevent the bit from blowing into your door when it gets too close. Therefore, it’s easy to see why it’s a crucial piece to any excellent kit. The set’s two bi-metal saws (1-inch and 2 ⅛ inches) offered a bit of versatility, as well. They ensured that I could use this installation kit in more ways than expected. Plus, their M-3 cutting edge provides fast results.

But, the Dewalt kit comes with all the necessary parts to make any project tangible. It comes with its own hole saw which is rare to find in installation kits. The set’s included carrying case was also impressive. I placed it into my storage area and didn’t encounter any issues even when other items landed on it during a storm. It’s proven to absorb impact well and keep things safe from any damage. Again, the alignment of the jig can be quite a hassle. If the jig features an auto-strike locator, aligning it will become much easier.