When it comes to precision work in machining, fabrication, and heavy-duty repairs, few tools are as essential—and underrated—as the Reamer. At Airtek, we supply a full line of high-quality reamers built for professionals who demand accuracy, durability, and performance.
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🔍 What Is a Reamer?
A reamer is a rotary cutting tool used to slightly enlarge, true, and smooth a pre-drilled hole. Unlike standard drill bits, which can leave holes with rough surfaces or slightly undersized diameters, reamers provide exact tolerances and clean finishes.
They’re used after drilling to meet tight dimensional requirements or prepare a hole for press-fitting, pin insertion, or bushing installation.
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🧰 Common Uses for Reamers
Reamers are used in a wide range of industries, including construction, automotive, metalworking, and manufacturing. Typical applications include:
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Correcting undersized holes
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Finishing surfaces for precise roundness and smoothness
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Installing pins, bushings, or press-fit components
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Restoring worn or damaged holes in industrial repair
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🔧 Reamers Available from Airtek
Airtek carries a diverse selection of reamers to meet your project’s specific requirements:
🔹 3-Flat Reamers
Designed with three flat sides to improve chuck grip and maintain tool alignment under torque.
🔹 Hex Nut Reamers
Perfect for sizing and cleaning hex nuts during assembly or repair.
🔹 Round Shank Reamers
Versatile and suitable for a wide range of hand or machine applications.
🔹 Chucking Reamers (HSS & M42)
Ideal for machine shops and production lines, offering consistent precision and wear resistance.
🔹 Carbide Reamers
Built from tungsten carbide for long life, high hardness, and superior performance in tough materials.
🔹 Spiral & Straight Flute Reamers
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Spiral flute: Excellent chip removal in blind holes
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Straight flute: Ideal for general-purpose reaming and through holes
🔹 Car Reamers
Used in automotive, bodywork, and chassis repair, especially when enlarging holes through layered or welded materials.
🔹 Reamer Kits
A complete set of standard sizes for shop versatility and convenience.
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🇨🇦 Built for Canadian Industry
As a proudly Canadian company, Airtek selects and supplies reamers that meet the demands of professionals working in challenging conditions. Whether you’re working on-site, in the shop, or in the plant, you can count on our tools for reliability and performance.
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đź›’ Ready to Find Your Fit?
Browse our full selection of reamers here, or contact our team for guidance on the best option for your material, fit, and application.