Testing Results
*A 5/8” X 6” SDS Plus drill bit reflects the highest dust generating application for this tool, suggesting that other bit sizes
would also be compliant when using the Milwaukee M18™ FUEL™ 3-in-1 Backpack Vacuum
Details on how to properly implement as a part of a complete exposure plan are outlined below*:
3/16"
1/4"
3/8"
1/2"
5/8"
1”
14,222
8,000
3,556
2,000
1,280
1.5”
9,481
5,333
2,370
1,333
853
2”
7,111
4,000
1,778
1,000
640
2.5”
5,689
3,200
1,422
800
512
3”
4,741
2,667
1,185
667
427
3.5”
4,063
2,286
1,016
571
366
4”
3,556
2,000
889
500
320
* These calculations are offered for reference and are calculated values based on previously recorded test data and
represent a full work day of the tested application
** The user must drill the same number or fewer holes than those listed above for the given application in order to be
considered compliant with the objective data clause of 29 CFR 1926.1153 OSHA regulation on crystalline silica dust.
It is the responsibility of the user to operate the tool in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. For the latest listings
of approvals, visit milwaukeetool.com. For technical or service assistance, contact Milwaukee Customer Service at 1-800-
729-3878.
Hole Diameter
Hole Depth
Maximum Numbers of Holes per Day**