What Size Drill Bit for a Ring Stick up Cam?

In this article, I’ll explain what size drill bit you need to use for the Ring Stick-up Cam installation.

Knowing the nature of your wall is critical here. For instance, the degree of toughness of brick walls varies appreciably; you may have softer or extra hard bricks, which requires a drill bit that’s up to the task.

The Ring Stick up cam package contains a 4-inch-long drill bit and a 15/64-inch-wide Masonry Drill bit that matches the supplied mounting anchors and screws — installation toolkit. So, you need to employ the included drill bit or obtain one with similar parameters to install your Stick-up Cam.

I’ll cover more details below.

How to Select the Best Drill Bit for a Ring Stick-up Cam

Mind the Drill Bit

The Stick-up cam package contains a 4-inch long drill bit and a 15/64-inch wide Masonry Drill bit that matches the supplied mounting anchors and screws — installation toolkit. So, you need to employ the included drill bit or obtain one with similar parameters to install your Stick up Cam.

It’s not the finest or toughest Masonry drill bit, but that will suffice for four mounting holes. It works on wood, stucco, drywall or cement, brick, and other surfaces. Tapping holes in soft materials like wood should be avoided, and screws should be used instead of drilling or mounting anchors.

Consider the Nature of a Surface You Want to Drill

However, if you need to bore mounting holes into brick, you may find that bricks have varying characteristics like toughness.  This drill bit can manage some softer bricks decently. However, you may come across extremely dense or hard bricks as well.

Installing a Ring Stick-up Cam on Brick

How to Drill Tough Bricks

Moderately Tough Brick — Use a Corded Plug-In Drill with a Masonry Drill Bit

If you want to use a regular drill that ‘spins,’ I recommend a corded, plug-in drill (for moderately tough bricks). A battery-powered spinning drill won’t last long enough to drill four holes into brick.

Tough Bricks — Use a Hammer Drill with a Masonry Drill Bit

When you begin drilling into your brick and realize it is the “extraordinarily difficult” type, you may discover that four holes will take several hours.  This is when I endorse borrowing, renting, or purchasing a corded “Hammer Drill.” A hammer drill not only spins but also hammers, allowing the Masonry drill bit to squash the surface as it spins. Holes in hard brick or concrete can now be dug in minutes.

Should You Install a Ring Stick-up Cam on Vinyl Siding?

Yes, the Cam can be installed on vinyl siding.

You can install your Ring Stick-up Cam by drilling through vinyl siding. However, you must use the proper drill bit and procedure.

Drill Bit — Depends on The Nature of The Surface Behind the Vinyl Siding

If the wall behind the vinyl siding is brick, you must use a masonry drill bit. You’ll need to use an ordinary drill bit if it’s made from wood. 

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