Accupro 89698708 Spotting Drill 3/8 in 120 Pt Carbide

Product Description

The ACCUPRO 89698708 is a solid carbide spotting drill designed to create accurate starter holes for follow-up drilling operations. With a 3/8-inch cutting diameter and a 120-degree point angle, it establishes precise center points that guide standard twist drills and reduce wandering on entry. The bright, uncoated carbide construction handles general-purpose spotting on a wide range of workpiece materials. At 3 inches overall length with a 1-inch flute length, this tool fits standard drill chucks and CNC machining centers without extension. It is installed and operated by machinists and tool-and-die professionals working in production, job shop, and maintenance environments.

This spotting drill is suited for general-purpose applications on machining centers, drill presses, and manual mills. The 3/8-inch straight cylindrical shank seats directly in ER collets, Weldon-style holders, or standard drill chucks. The two-flute spiral geometry clears chips effectively during the shallow entry pass typical of spotting operations. It is appropriate for use in both ferrous and non-ferrous materials where a clean, accurate spot is required before full-depth drilling.

Key Features

• 120-degree point angle for accurate drill spotting and reduced center-point error
• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance in general-purpose use
• Bright, uncoated finish suitable for a broad range of workpiece materials
• Two-flute spiral geometry promotes chip evacuation during spotting passes
• 3/8-inch straight cylindrical shank compatible with standard collets and chucks
• Single-ended tool with right-hand cutting direction

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose spotting drill for use in CNC machining centers, drill presses, and manual milling machines that accept a 3/8-inch straight cylindrical shank toolholder.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified machinists or toolroom personnel. Ensure the spindle is fully stopped and the machine is powered down before loading or changing tooling. Verify the shank is fully seated and the collet or chuck is torqued to the toolholder manufacturer's specification before operation. Use appropriate feeds and speeds for the workpiece material and do not exceed the tool's rated cutting diameter in a single spotting pass.