Magnetic Drill Hire London | Rotabroach Mag Drill (110V or 240V)

Yes. We supply a Rotabroach magnetic drill for hire across London, with collection from Greenford UB6 or delivery by booking. Confirm hire dates, site setup, hole sizes and cutter needs before booking.

A Rotabroach magnetic drill is used for drilling accurate holes in suitable ferrous steel — including beams, plates, frames and structural connections — using a magnetic base to hold the tool in position. Suitability depends on material, steel thickness, hole size, drilling position, cutter type, access and unit supplied.

A mag drill uses a magnetic base intended to hold the machine on clean, flat, suitable ferrous steel. Correct hold depends on the material, surface condition, setup and unit supplied. Confirm suitability before booking.

The magnetic base only holds correctly on clean, flat and suitable ferrous steel. It is not suitable for timber, plastic, aluminium, brass, copper or other non-ferrous materials. Painted, rusty, dirty, curved or very thin surfaces can prevent the magnet from holding — confirm material before booking.

Steel beams are a common application where suitable. Suitability depends on beam material, web/flange thickness, hole size, drilling position and unit supplied. Share details before booking so we can advise on cutter, pilot pin and any additional setup required.

Stainless steel can sometimes be drilled with the right cutter and coolant, but the magnetic base will not hold on most non-ferrous or low-magnetic materials. For non-ferrous metals the drill would need to be mechanically secured rather than relying on the magnet — confirm material and setup before booking.

Cutters are not included unless specifically confirmed in writing before booking. Share your hole sizes and steel thickness so we can advise.

Pilot pins, drill bits, coolant and other accessories are not included unless specifically confirmed in writing before booking. Confirm what you need before booking so we can advise.

Confirm exact power setup before booking. If the unit supplied is 110V and you only have 230V mains, a suitable step-down transformer may be required. Transformers are not included unless specifically confirmed in writing before booking — see our 3kVA Continuous Transformer Hire.

No. An SDS drill is designed for masonry and concrete drilling with fixings, plus light chiselling. A Rotabroach mag drill is designed for drilling accurate holes in suitable ferrous steel using a magnetic base and annular cutters. They are not interchangeable.

No. A pillar drill is a bench-mounted workshop tool that drills small parts clamped to its table. A mag drill is portable — it takes the drilling head to the steel rather than the other way around. For site work, structural steel and large fabrication components, a mag drill is normally more practical.

Competent users only. Magnetic drills are specialist steelwork tools that require training, experience and correct setup. They are not suitable for inexperienced users or general DIY without supervision.

Eye, hand, foot and hearing protection as required. Confirm material is suitable ferrous steel. Clean the contact surface. Confirm magnet hold before drilling. Secure the tool and work area. Use the correct cutter, pilot pin and coolant where required. Keep hands and clothing clear. Avoid wet electrical conditions. Always follow site RAMS and manufacturer instructions.

Please share the material, steel thickness if known, hole size, drilling position (flat / vertical / overhead), access, site power setup, your London postcode area and your hire dates. We can then confirm suitability, cutter availability and the next available slot.

Both available. Greenford UB6 collection is by arrangement — confirm your slot before travelling. London delivery is available by booking — share your postcode area and hire dates. To book, call 020 3375 4048 or email info@hireload.co.uk with your material, steel thickness, hole size, drilling position, access, power setup, postcode area and hire dates.