Chances are you work hardened the hinge where you trying to drill thru. Flip the hinge over so you’re cutting from the other side of the hole (cutting virgin steel).

Like Carl said, buy quality bits not from HF. Even their titanium coated bits break and dull easily. Look for High Speed or better yet Cobalt bits and use plenty of lubrication.


Phil
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