Chicago-latrobe 68910 5/32 Inch Hss Jobber Drill Bit

Product Description

The CHICAGO-LATROBE 68910 is a jobber-length drill bit designed for heavy-duty metal drilling applications. Built from high-speed steel with a bright uncoated finish, it features a 135-degree split point that reduces walking on contact and lowers the thrust needed to start a hole. The parabolic flute geometry promotes efficient chip evacuation, which is especially useful when drilling through steel alloys. At 5/32 inch (0.1562 inches) in diameter with a 3-1/8-inch overall length and a 2-inch flute length, this bit fits standard jobber-length setups used daily by machinists, HVAC technicians, electricians, and plumbers working with structural steel and metal components.

The 68910 is suited for drilling steel alloy and similar ferrous materials in both shop and field settings. The straight cylindrical shank at 5/32 inch diameter seats securely in standard three-jaw chucks and quick-change holders commonly found in portable drills and drill presses. It is a solid choice for residential and light commercial trade work where a reliable, accurate hole in metal is required without specialty tooling. The web-thinned, tapered web configuration reduces cutting resistance and helps maintain point geometry through repeated use.

Key Features

• 135-degree split point reduces bit walking and lowers entry thrust on steel alloy
• Parabolic flute design promotes fast, clean chip evacuation
• Web-thinned tapered web reduces cutting resistance and extends point life
• High-speed steel construction handles heavy-duty drilling demands
• Straight cylindrical shank fits standard chucks without adapters
• Right-hand cut, 2-flute configuration for general-purpose metal drilling

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style jobber-length drill bit in the CHICAGO-LATROBE Series 150DH, suited for use with standard portable drills and drill presses accepting a 5/32-inch straight cylindrical shank. Primary workpiece material is steel alloy.

Installation Notes

Install the bit securely in the chuck and verify it runs true before beginning a cut. Power down and de-energize any equipment being drilled into before starting. Use appropriate cutting fluid or lubricant when drilling ferrous metals to extend bit life and improve hole finish. Wear appropriate eye protection and follow applicable shop safety practices throughout use.