Top Hammer Drilling Tools

How to match the hammer to the correct pipe diameter

August 8, 2025
Ame Drill

Pipe diameter should be close to the hammer diameter to provide optimum flushing, reducing the chances of getting stuck in the hole.

How to choose the correct top hammer drilling tools

August 8, 2025
Ame Drill

Suitable for down-the-hole (DTH) drilling tools. The pneumatic percussion technique requires consideration of more than one type of tool to drill efficiently and profitably. A variety of factors, from hammer size to determining whether or not an economy hammer represents the best value, all figure into the hammer’s overall cost of operation on a given job.

Do you want to save drilling costs? Then resharpen button bits in time!

February 27, 2025
Ame Drill

Button bits have the advantages of high drilling speeds, stable and long service life, and are widely used in mining, quarrying, water wells, construction and other fields.

8 Ways to Solve Shank Adapter Failure

January 24, 2025
Ame Drill

Learn 8 common causes of shank adapter failure in top hammer drilling and how to fix them to improve tool life and drilling efficiency.

Failure Analysis Guide of Coupling Sleeves

January 17, 2025
Ame Drill

Discover key tips to prevent shank adapter damage in hydraulic rock drills by addressing common wear issues and improving maintenance practices.

Failure Analysis of Thread Drill Rods

January 13, 2025
Ame Drill

Learn common causes of thread drill rod failure—like thread damage and cracks—and how proper use, alignment, and maintenance can extend service life.

Everything about the Failure Analysis of Thread Button Bits

December 20, 2024
Ame Drill

Explore common failures of thread button bits—like carbide pop-out and steel cracks—and learn how to prevent them with proper drilling practices and maintenance.

2 Heat treatment methods for tapered drill rods

October 31, 2024
Ame Drill

Learn about two heat treatment methods for tapered drill rods: high-frequency induction for flexibility and carburization for enhanced hardness and wear resistance.

3 Methods of Inserting Carbide Buttons For Button Bits

September 6, 2024
Ame Drill

Explore three methods for inserting carbide buttons in button bits: copper brazing, cold pressing, and hot pressing, each offering different benefits in terms of cost and durability.