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BLUEROCK 8Z1 Specs, Capacity & Compatibility

VERIFIED SPECIFICATION · ACTIVE · Last verified 2026-08-22

8" stand-mounted rig concrete core drill

Maximum diameter
8"
Power
2400W
Voltage
120V, 50, 60 Hz, single phase
Speeds
750 / 750 RPM
Spindle
1-1/4"-7 UNC
Handheld
No
Stand capable
Yes
Wet drilling
Yes
Dry drilling
Yes
Safety clutch
Yes
Machine weight
Not clearly specified by manufacturer

Values are taken from manufacturer documentation and official manuals where cited in Sources. 1 (750 rpm)

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Decision Summary

Specification analysis for BLUEROCK 8Z1 based on verified manufacturer manuals and operator documentation.

✓ Best Suited For

Mid-size stand-mounted coring up to 8" in reinforced concrete, block, and masonry.

✕ Who Should Skip

You need a handheld-only machine or holes above 8".

Key Operational Realities

  • Single 750 rpm speed, bit diameter and material dictate acceptable load.

Verified specification table

SpecificationValueSource status
Maximum diameter8"Manufacturer verified
Voltage120V, 50, 60 Hz, single phaseManufacturer verified
Power2400WManufacturer verified
Low gear / min RPM750Manual verified
High gear / max RPM750Manual verified
Spindle1-1/4"-7 UNCManual verified
HandheldNoManual verified
Stand capableYesManual verified
Safety clutchYesManual verified
Water feedYesManual verified
Wet drillingYesManufacturer verified
Dry drillingYesManufacturer verified
Reinforced concreteYesManufacturer verified
Machine / net weightNot clearly specified by manufacturerDefinition conflict, not published as machine weight
Shipping weight58 lbManual / listing (shipping)
Weight definitionManual shipping weight 58 lb; net machine weight not clearly specified.

Source links appear in Sources & Verification below, not invented ratings.

Bit & Rig Compatibility

Spindle interface, bit connection standards, and rig pairing documentation.

Spindle Connection: 1-1/4"-7 UNC

This machine utilizes a 1-1/4"-7 UNC spindle. Diamond core bits matching this connection thread directly without adapters. Mismatched threads require a documented rigid arbor adapter.

Compatible core bits

Mechanical fit is not the same as a safe operating-speed fit. Bit published max RPM wins when lower than the machine gear.

VERIFIED FIT ✅

BLUEROCK Wet 1″ Diamond Core Bit

VERIFIED FIT ✅

  • Connection 1-1/4"-7 UNC Female ✓
  • Diameter 1" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Wet
  • OEM pairing Verified ✓
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Verified ✓

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BLUEROCK Wet 2″ Diamond Core Bit

VERIFIED FIT ✅

  • Connection 1-1/4"-7 UNC Female ✓
  • Diameter 2" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Wet
  • OEM pairing Verified ✓
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Verified ✓

View Bit Details Check RPM

BLUEROCK Wet 3″ Diamond Core Bit

VERIFIED FIT ✅

  • Connection 1-1/4"-7 UNC Female ✓
  • Diameter 3" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Wet
  • OEM pairing Verified ✓
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Verified ✓

View Bit Details Check RPM

BLUEROCK Wet 4″ Diamond Core Bit

VERIFIED FIT ✅

  • Connection 1-1/4"-7 UNC Female ✓
  • Diameter 4" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Wet
  • OEM pairing Verified ✓
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Verified ✓

View Bit Details Check RPM

BLUEROCK Wet 5″ Diamond Core Bit

VERIFIED FIT ✅

  • Connection 1-1/4"-7 UNC Female ✓
  • Diameter 5" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Wet
  • OEM pairing Verified ✓
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Verified ✓

View Bit Details Check RPM

BLUEROCK Wet 6″ Diamond Core Bit

VERIFIED FIT ✅

  • Connection 1-1/4"-7 UNC Female ✓
  • Diameter 6" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Wet
  • OEM pairing Verified ✓
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Verified ✓

View Bit Details Check RPM

BLUEROCK Wet 8″ Diamond Core Bit

VERIFIED FIT ✅

  • Connection 1-1/4"-7 UNC Female ✓
  • Diameter 8" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Wet
  • OEM pairing Verified ✓
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Verified ✓

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SPEC-MATCHED 🟡

Hilti SPX-L Heavy Rebar Wet Core Bits 1/2″

SPEC-MATCHED 🟡

  • Connection Hilti BL Quick-Release / 1-1/4"-7 UNC ✓
  • Diameter 0.5" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Wet
  • OEM pairing Not OEM-documented
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Not OEM-documented

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Milwaukee 48-17-5006 0.625″ Diamond Core Bit

SPEC-MATCHED 🟡

  • Connection 1-1/4"-7 UNC Female ✓
  • Diameter 0.625" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Wet
  • OEM pairing Not OEM-documented
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Within published range
  • OEM fit Not OEM-documented

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Milwaukee 48-17-5007 0.75″ Diamond Core Bit

SPEC-MATCHED 🟡

  • Connection 1-1/4"-7 UNC Female ✓
  • Diameter 0.75" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Wet
  • OEM pairing Not OEM-documented
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Within published range
  • OEM fit Not OEM-documented

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Milwaukee 48-17-5009 0.875″ Diamond Core Bit

SPEC-MATCHED 🟡

  • Connection 1-1/4"-7 UNC Female ✓
  • Diameter 0.875" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Wet
  • OEM pairing Not OEM-documented
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Within published range
  • OEM fit Not OEM-documented

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Hilti SPX-L Heavy Rebar Wet Core Bits 1″

SPEC-MATCHED 🟡

  • Connection Hilti BL Quick-Release / 1-1/4"-7 UNC ✓
  • Diameter 1" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Wet
  • OEM pairing Not OEM-documented
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Not OEM-documented

View Bit Details Check RPM

Milwaukee 48-17-5010 1″ Diamond Core Bit

SPEC-MATCHED 🟡

  • Connection 1-1/4"-7 UNC Female ✓
  • Diameter 1" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Wet
  • OEM pairing Not OEM-documented
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Within published range
  • OEM fit Not OEM-documented

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Husqvarna VARI-DRILL Dry D20 Core Bits 1-1/4″

SPEC-MATCHED 🟡

  • Connection 5/8"-11 UNC & 1-1/4"-7 UNC ✓
  • Diameter 1.25" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Dry
  • OEM pairing Not OEM-documented
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Not OEM-documented

View Bit Details Check RPM

Milwaukee 48-17-0112 1.25″ Diamond Core Bit

SPEC-MATCHED 🟡

  • Connection 1-1/4"-7 UNC ✓
  • Diameter 1.25" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Dry
  • OEM pairing Not OEM-documented
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Within published range
  • OEM fit Not OEM-documented

View Bit Details Check RPM

ADAPTER REQUIRED 🟠

BLUEROCK Dry 1″ Diamond Core Bit

ADAPTER REQUIRED 🟠

  • Connection 5/8"-11 UNC ✓
  • Diameter 1" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Dry
  • OEM pairing Verified ✓
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Verified ✓

View Bit Details Check RPM

BLUEROCK Dry 1.25″ Diamond Core Bit

ADAPTER REQUIRED 🟠

  • Connection 5/8"-11 UNC ✓
  • Diameter 1.25" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Dry
  • OEM pairing Verified ✓
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Verified ✓

View Bit Details Check RPM

BLUEROCK Dry 1.5″ Diamond Core Bit

ADAPTER REQUIRED 🟠

  • Connection 5/8"-11 UNC ✓
  • Diameter 1.5" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Dry
  • OEM pairing Verified ✓
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Verified ✓

View Bit Details Check RPM

BLUEROCK Dry 2″ Diamond Core Bit

ADAPTER REQUIRED 🟠

  • Connection 5/8"-11 UNC ✓
  • Diameter 2" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Dry
  • OEM pairing Verified ✓
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Verified ✓

View Bit Details Check RPM

BLUEROCK Dry 2.5″ Diamond Core Bit

ADAPTER REQUIRED 🟠

  • Connection 5/8"-11 UNC ✓
  • Diameter 2.5" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Dry
  • OEM pairing Verified ✓
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Verified ✓

View Bit Details Check RPM

BLUEROCK Dry 3″ Diamond Core Bit

ADAPTER REQUIRED 🟠

  • Connection 5/8"-11 UNC ✓
  • Diameter 3" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Dry
  • OEM pairing Verified ✓
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Verified ✓

View Bit Details Check RPM

BLUEROCK Dry 4″ Diamond Core Bit

ADAPTER REQUIRED 🟠

  • Connection 5/8"-11 UNC ✓
  • Diameter 4" ✓
  • Machine capacity 8"
  • Method Dry
  • OEM pairing Verified ✓
  • Mechanical fit Aligned
  • Operating speed Unknown / incomplete RPM data
  • OEM fit Verified ✓

View Bit Details Check RPM

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RPM / gear guidance

1 (750 rpm)

Documented RPM: 750 / 750

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Stand / adapter compatibility

  • Stand model: Integrated stand, 31.5" height, 21" travel
  • Stand compatibility: Base must be wedge-anchored per manual
  • Adapter requirements: Standard 1-1/4" wet or dry drilling diamond core bits
  • Adapter support: Unknown / Not specified by manufacturer

Water / slurry / dust

No evidence-backed water or dust accessory edges stored for this motor yet, do not invent recommendations.

Jobsite Setup & Operation

Operational workflow, slurry/water management, mounting procedures, and operator safety.

Water / slurry / dust

No evidence-backed water or dust accessory edges stored for this motor yet, do not invent recommendations.

Ownership & Service

  • Lifecycle status: CURRENT
  • Warranty evidence: Warranty documented, 30-day limited warranty per BLUEROCK business policy, confirm current page; optional 12-month extended parts warranty sold separately
  • OEM service: OEM service available, OEM service/support via BLUEROCK Tools customer support (manufacturer channel).
  • Replacement parts status: OEM part available
  • Not verified: specific replacement SKUs not confirmed in current OEM documentation for this model.
  • Last serviceability verification: 2026-08-21

Authoritative Sources & Verification

CoringSpec specifications are extracted directly from primary manufacturer documentation and operator manuals. We do not invent lab scores or extrapolate unverified ratings.

Verified Documentation

Research & Verification Standards: This equipment profile was audited and verified against primary manufacturer technical documentation by the CoringSpec Technical Editorial Team. Specifications confirmed active as of 2026-08-22.

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