


Milwaukee 5-3/8" Carbide Grit Recessed Light Hole Saw 49-56-0303
MAXIMIZE PRODUCTIVITY IN ABRASIVE CEILING MATERIALS
The Milwaukee 49-56-0303 is engineered to solve the specific challenges of installing recessed lighting in non-traditional or highly abrasive ceiling materials. While standard bi-metal hole saws struggle with the high-friction nature of plaster and stucco, the carbide grit edge on this saw grinds through material rather than tearing it. This results in a significantly cleaner finish, crucial for ensuring that 5-inch recessed light trim rings sit flush against the surface without unsightly gaps or blowout. The continual rim design eliminates the "catch" often experienced with toothed saws, providing a safer, more controlled cut when working overhead. From a professional ROI perspective, the solid welded construction maintains concentricity over hundreds of holes, ensuring the 5-3/8" diameter remains accurate throughout the life of the tool.
- / Carbide Grit Edge: Provides superior life and performance when cutting through abrasive materials like plaster, stucco, and acoustical tile that would dull standard teeth.
- / Continual Rim Design: Delivers smooth, clean cuts without tearing the face of the drywall or plaster, ensuring a professional finish for trim installation.
- / Open Back Geometry: Simplifies the removal of cut plugs, significantly reducing downtime between holes during high-volume rough-ins.
- / Solid Welded Construction: Built to withstand heavy jobsite use while maintaining accurately sized holes for a consistent fit every time.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Diameter | 5-3/8" |
| Cutting Material | Carbide Grit |
| Application | 5" Recessed Light Fixtures |
| Compatible Materials | Drywall, Plaster, Acoustical Tile, Wood, Stucco with Mesh |
| Rim Type | Continual Rim |
WHAT'S IN THE BOX
(1) 5-3/8" Carbide Grit Recessed Light Hole Saw (49-56-0303)
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MAXIMIZE PRODUCTIVITY IN ABRASIVE CEILING MATERIALS
The Milwaukee 49-56-0303 is engineered to solve the specific challenges of installing recessed lighting in non-traditional or highly abrasive ceiling materials. While standard bi-metal hole saws struggle with the high-friction nature of plaster and stucco, the carbide grit edge on this saw grinds through material rather than tearing it. This results in a significantly cleaner finish, crucial for ensuring that 5-inch recessed light trim rings sit flush against the surface without unsightly gaps or blowout. The continual rim design eliminates the "catch" often experienced with toothed saws, providing a safer, more controlled cut when working overhead. From a professional ROI perspective, the solid welded construction maintains concentricity over hundreds of holes, ensuring the 5-3/8" diameter remains accurate throughout the life of the tool.
- / Carbide Grit Edge: Provides superior life and performance when cutting through abrasive materials like plaster, stucco, and acoustical tile that would dull standard teeth.
- / Continual Rim Design: Delivers smooth, clean cuts without tearing the face of the drywall or plaster, ensuring a professional finish for trim installation.
- / Open Back Geometry: Simplifies the removal of cut plugs, significantly reducing downtime between holes during high-volume rough-ins.
- / Solid Welded Construction: Built to withstand heavy jobsite use while maintaining accurately sized holes for a consistent fit every time.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Diameter | 5-3/8" |
| Cutting Material | Carbide Grit |
| Application | 5" Recessed Light Fixtures |
| Compatible Materials | Drywall, Plaster, Acoustical Tile, Wood, Stucco with Mesh |
| Rim Type | Continual Rim |
WHAT'S IN THE BOX
(1) 5-3/8" Carbide Grit Recessed Light Hole Saw (49-56-0303)













