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    Drill Bits

    Cut holes in a variety of metals, from the softest aluminum to the hardest steel.
    High-Speed Steel Jobbers' Length
    Image of Product. Round Shank. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length, Spiral Flute, Round Shank.

    Round Shank

    Image of Specification. Standard. Front orientation. Contains Border. Standard Point. For Metal.

    Standard

    Our basic drill bit material is also the most versatile. These jobbers' bits have the balance of rigidity and length needed for most applications.
    Black Oxide—The dark finish increases wear resistance and reduces friction to improve chip flow, so these bits can last 50% longer than uncoated bits.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated—Drill at higher speeds and last longer than uncoated and oxide-coated bits, especially on tough materials like hardened steel and nickel.
    Uncoated—The most economical option, uncoated bits perform best when used on low-carbon steel and aluminum. Polished to reduce friction, they're also known as bright finish bits.
    Round Shank—The most common shank type. These fit in the chuck of drill presses and portable drills.
    Standard Point—Good for general purpose drilling. You’ll need to make a pilot hole to center the bit.
    Shank
    Each
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Flute
    Type
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    Specs. Met
    1-11
    12-Up
    Black Oxide
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 7/8"0.78"SpiralRound0.0595"Standard2NAS907 Type B000000000000000000
     
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 7/8"0.78"SpiralRound0.0595"Standard2NAS907 Type B00000000000000000
     
    Uncoated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 7/8"0.78"SpiralRound0.0595"Standard2—0000000000000000
     
    High-Speed Steel Short Length
    Image of Product. Round Shank. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Drill Bits, Short Length, Spiral Flute, Round Shank.
    Image of Specification. Standard. Front orientation. Contains Border. Standard Point. For Metal.

    Round Shank

    Standard

    Our shortest high-speed steel bits, these are the most rigid for drilling the straightest holes. They're also good for tight spaces where longer bits can't fit. Also known as screw-machine and stub-length bits.
    Black Oxide—The dark finish increases wear resistance and reduces friction to improve chip flow, so these bits can last 50% longer than uncoated bits.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated—Drill at higher speeds and last longer than uncoated and oxide-coated bits, especially on tough materials like hardened steel and nickel.
    Uncoated—The most economical option, uncoated bits perform best when used on low-carbon steel and aluminum. Polished to reduce friction, they're also known as bright finish bits.
    Round Shank—The most common shank type. These fit in the chuck of drill presses and portable drills.
    Standard Point—Good for general purpose drilling. You’ll need to make a pilot hole to center the bit.
    Shank
    Each
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Flute
    Type
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    Specs. Met
    1-11
    12-Up
    Black Oxide
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 5/8"0.53"SpiralRound0.0595"Standard2ASME B94.11M000000000000000000
     
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 5/8"0.63"SpiralRound0.0595"Standard2—00000000000000000
     
    Uncoated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 5/8"0.63"SpiralRound0.0595"Standard2ASME B94.11M0000000000000000
     
    High-Speed Steel Extended Length
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Drill Bits, Extended Length, Spiral Flute, Round Shank.

    Spiral Flute

    Round Shank

    Image of Specification. Standard. Front orientation. Contains Border. Standard Point. For Metal.

    Standard

    Drill through walls and thick workpieces with our longest high-speed steel bits. Their length is good for creating deep holes but makes them less rigid than other bits. As a result, they are more prone to wobbling or breaking, especially when drilling hard materials.
    Black Oxide—The dark finish increases wear resistance and reduces friction to improve chip flow, so these bits can last 50% longer than uncoated bits.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated—Drill at higher speeds and last longer than uncoated and oxide-coated bits, especially on tough materials like hardened steel and nickel.
    Round Shank—The most common shank type. These fit in the chuck of drill presses and portable drills.
    Standard Point—Good for general purpose drilling. You’ll need to make a pilot hole to center the bit.
    Shank
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Flute
    Type
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    Each
    Black Oxide
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"3"1.66"SpiralRound0.0595"Standard20000000000000
     
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"3"1.75"SpiralRound0.0595"Standard20000000000000
     
    Cobalt Steel Jobbers' Length
    Image of Product. Round Shank. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length, Spiral Flute, Round Shank.

    Round Shank

    Image of Specification. Standard. Front orientation. Contains Border. Standard Point. For Metal.

    Standard

    The toughness and wear resistance of cobalt steel in a length that's rigid enough for most applications. Cobalt lasts at least twice as long as high-speed steel. It can also run up to 25% faster at higher temperatures without damaging the bit on hard materials such as nickel.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated—Drill at higher speeds and last longer than uncoated bits, especially on tough materials like hardened steel and nickel.
    Uncoated—Polished to eject chips, these are also known as bright finish bits.
    Round Shank—The most common shank type. These fit in the chuck of drill presses and portable drills.
    Standard Point—Good for general purpose drilling. You’ll need to make a pilot hole to center the bit.
    Shank
    Each
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Flute
    Type
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    Specs. Met
    1-11
    12-Up
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 7/8"0.88"SpiralRound0.0595"Standard2—0000000000000000000
     
    Uncoated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 7/8"0.78"SpiralRound0.0595"Standard2NAS907 Type J0000000000000000
     
    Cobalt Steel Short Length
    Image of Product. Round Shank. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Drill Bits, Short Length, Spiral Flute, Round Shank.

    Round Shank

    Image of Specification. Standard. Front orientation. Contains Border. Standard Point. For Metal.

    Standard

    Image of Specification. Split. Front orientation. Contains Border. Split Point. For Metal.

    Split

    Combine the toughness and wear resistance of cobalt steel with a short length for drilling the straightest holes. These last twice as long as high-speed steel and can run up to 25% faster at higher temperatures without damaging the bit on hard metals like nickel. Also known as screw-machine and stub-length bits, they fit in tight spaces where longer bits can't.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated—Drill at higher speeds and last longer than uncoated bits, especially on tough materials like hardened steel and nickel.
    Uncoated—Polished to eject chips, these are also known as bright finish bits.
    Round Shank—The most common shank type. These fit in the chuck of drill presses and portable drills.
    Standard Point—Good for general purpose drilling. You’ll need to make a pilot hole to center the bit.
    Split Point—Starts cutting on contact so you don’t need a pilot hole. The point also keeps the bit centered for straight and accurate holes, even with a portable drill.
    Shank
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Flute
    Type
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    Each
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 5/8"0.23"SpiralRound0.0595"Split200000000000000
     
    Uncoated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 5/8"0.5"SpiralRound0.0595"Standard20000000000000
     
    Carbide Jobbers' Length
    Image of Product. Round Shank. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length, Spiral Flute, Round Shank.

    Round Shank

    The hardest and most wear-resistant drill bits you can buy in a length that's rigid enough for most applications. These bits stay sharp at high temperatures and faster speeds for the best performance on hard and difficult-to-machine materials. They last 10 to 20 times longer than their closest alternative, cobalt steel. Carbide can be brittle, however, so these bits require a rigid machine tool holder to prevent breakage and should not be used in hand drilling applications.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated—Drill at higher speeds and last longer than uncoated bits, especially on materials like hardened steel, iron, and stainless steel.
    Uncoated—Excellent for a range of metals, they perform best when used on steel, aluminum, brass, and bronze.
    Round Shank—The most common shank type fits in a drill press chuck.
    Four-Facet Point—The most accurate point style, it centers the bit without a pilot hole and keeps the bit stable while drilling hard metals.
    Shank
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Flute
    Type
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit Point
    Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    Each
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 1/2"0.6"SpiralRound0.0595"Four Facet200000000000000
     
    Uncoated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 1/2"0.6"SpiralRound0.0595"Four Facet2000000000000
     

    Short-Flute Drill Bits

    The rigidity of short-length bits without sacrificing reach. The shallow drilling depth makes these less likely to wobble than bits of the same length, so they stay centered and drill straighter.
    High-Speed Steel Extended Length
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Short-Flute Drill Bits, Extended Length, Short Flute, Spiral Flute, Round Shank.

    Spiral Flute

    Round Shank

    Image of Specification. Standard. Front orientation. Contains Border. Standard Point. For Metal.

    Standard

    Drill through walls and thick workpieces with the longest bits in versatile high-speed steel.
    Black Oxide—The dark finish increases wear resistance and reduces friction to improve chip flow, so these bits can last 50% longer than uncoated bits.
    Round Shank—The most common shank type. These fit in the chuck of drill presses and portable drills.
    Standard Point—Good for general purpose drilling. You’ll need to make a pilot hole to center the bit.
    Shank
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Flute Type
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    Specs. Met
    Each
    Black Oxide
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"6"0.78"Spiral, ShortRound0.0595"Standard2NAS907 Type B0000000000000
    53 Ga.0.0595"12"0.78"Spiral, ShortRound0.0595"Standard2NAS907 Type B0000000000000
     

    Chip-Clearing Drill Bits

    With flutes that lift chips out of the hole, you don't have to stop drilling to clear these bits manually. The flutes improve coolant flow to dissipate heat and prevent clogs that can damage the bit and ruin the hole.
    High-Speed Steel Jobbers' Length
    Image of Product. High Helix Flute. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Chip-Clearing Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length, High Helix Flute, Round Shank.

    High Helix Flute

    Image of Specification. Standard. Front orientation. Contains Border. Standard Point. For Metal.

    Standard

    Our basic drill bit material is also the most versatile. These jobbers' bits have the balance of rigidity and length needed for most applications.
    Uncoated—The most economical option, uncoated bits perform best when used on low-carbon steel and aluminum. Polished to reduce friction, they're also known as bright finish bits.
    High Helix Flute—Less aggressive than parabolic flutes for cleaner cuts in soft metals.
    Round Shank—The most common shank type. These fit in the chuck of drill presses and portable drills.
    Standard Point—Good for general purpose drilling. You’ll need to make a pilot hole to center the bit.
    Shank
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Flute
    Type
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    Each
    Uncoated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 7/8"0.78"High HelixRound0.0595"Standard20000000000000
     

    Drill Bits for Hardened Steel

    Straight flutes withstand the heavy pressure needed to penetrate hardened steel. These bits cut more aggressively and resist stress better than spiral-flute bits.
    Carbide Short Length
    Image of Product. Straght Flute. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Drill Bits for Hardened Steel, Short Length, Straight Flute, Round Shank.
    Image of Specification. Split. Front orientation. Contains Border. Split Point. For Metal.

    Straght Flute

    Split

    Our shortest and most rigid bits are also the hardest and most wear resistant. They stay sharp at high temperatures and faster speeds for the straightest holes in hard and difficult-to-machine materials. Used in manufacturing and CNC drilling, they last 10 to 20 times longer than their closest alternative, cobalt steel. Carbide can be brittle, however, so these bits require a rigid machine tool holder to prevent breakage and should not be used in hand drilling applications.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated—Drill at higher speeds and last longer than uncoated bits, especially on materials like hardened steel, iron, and stainless steel.
    Uncoated—Excellent for a range of metals, they perform best when used on steel, aluminum, brass, and bronze.
    Straight Flute—Withstand heavy pressure without slipping when drilling hardened steel and other tough materials.
    Round Shank—The most common shank type fits in a drill press chuck.
    Split Point—Starts cutting on contact so you don’t need a pilot hole. The point also keeps the bit centered for straight and accurate holes, even with a portable drill.
    Four-Facet Point—The most accurate point style, it centers the bit without a pilot hole and keeps the bit stable while drilling hard metals.
    Shank
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Flute
    Type
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit Point
    Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    Each
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 1/2"0.3"StraightRound0.0595"Split200000000000000
     
    Uncoated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 1/2"0.3"StraightRound0.0595"Four Facet2000000000000
     

    Left-Hand Drill Bits

    With flutes that spiral in the opposite direction of other bits, these are primarily used to remove stripped screws. Choose a bit that’s slightly smaller than the diameter of the screw’s head. Set your power tool to rotate in reverse. Slowly drill in the center of the screw head, maintaining constant pressure. As the bit penetrates, it will catch onto the screw and reverse it out of the hole. If the screw is badly stripped, you might need to punch a starter hole. Also known as reverse-flute bits.
    High-Speed Steel Jobbers' Length
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Left-Hand Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length, Spiral Flute, Round Shank.

    Spiral Flute

    Round Shank

    Image of Specification. Standard. Front orientation. Contains Border. Standard Point. For Metal.

    Standard

    Our basic drill bit material is also the most versatile. These jobbers' bits have the balance of rigidity and length needed for most applications.
    Uncoated—The most economical option, uncoated bits perform best when used on low-carbon steel and aluminum. Polished to reduce friction, they're also known as bright finish bits.
    Round Shank—The most common shank type. These fit in the chuck of drill presses and portable drills.
    Standard Point—Require more pressure to start holes than split-point bits.
    Shank
    Each
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Flute
    Type
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    1-11
    12-Up
    Uncoated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 7/8"0.75"SpiralRound0.0595"Standard2000000000000000000
     

    Drill Bits for Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass, and Graphite

    Cut clean holes in abrasive material without fraying or delaminating the surface. Made of carbide, these bits resist wear to retain a sharp edge, even after after hundreds of cuts.
    Carbide Jobbers' Length
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Inset. Drill Bits. Drill Bits for Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass, and Graphite, Jobbers' Length.
    The hardest and most wear-resistant drill bits you can buy in a length that's rigid enough for most applications. These bits stay sharp at high temperatures and faster speeds for the best performance on hard and difficult-to-machine materials. They last 10 to 20 times longer than their closest alternative, cobalt steel. Carbide can be brittle, however, so these bits require a rigid machine tool holder to prevent breakage and should not be used in hand drilling applications.
    Brad Point—The sharp center point starts the hole and keeps the bit centered as you drill. Two cutting edges make clean holes, often for installing dowel pins and other hardware.
    Shank
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Type
    Size
    Point
    Angle
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Bit
    Style
    No. of
    Flutes
    Each
    Uncoated
     
    Wire Gauge
    53 Ga.0.0595"1 1/2"0.6"Round0.0595"140°BradFluted200000000000000
     
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