Cleveland C01029 Jobber Drill Bit Wire 73 Hss Oxide

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C01029 is a jobber-length drill bit designed for general-purpose drilling in ferrous materials including cast iron and steel. Ground from high speed steel and finished with an oxide coating for basic lubricity and corrosion resistance, this bit carries a wire gauge size of 73, which corresponds to a decimal diameter of 0.0240 inches. The 118-degree standard point angle suits a wide range of common drilling applications. With a right-hand spiral flute and straight-cylindrical shank, this bit is compatible with standard drill chucks in both hand-held and bench-mounted drilling equipment. It is well-suited for machinists, maintenance technicians, and trade professionals working with light steel fabrication or field drilling tasks.

This drill bit is sized for small-diameter precision work in cast iron and steel workpieces. The 0.0240-inch diameter makes it appropriate for tapping preparation, pilot holes, and fine detail drilling where tight tolerances are required. Overall length of 1.125 inches keeps it compact and rigid for accurate entry. The Series 2002 designation identifies it within the CLEVELAND standard jobber-length product line, built to ASME B94.11M and DIN 338 specifications for consistent dimensional accuracy across the series.

Key Features

• Wire size 73, 0.0240-inch decimal diameter with a diameter tolerance of -0.0005 to 0.0000 inches for precise fitment
• 118-degree standard point angle with web-thinned, tapered web configuration for reduced thrust on entry
• High speed steel construction with oxide finish for general-purpose durability in steel and cast iron
• Right-hand spiral flute with regular helix promotes chip evacuation in typical drilling operations
• Straight-cylindrical shank at 0.0240-inch diameter fits standard drill chucks without adapters
• Meets ASME B94.11M and DIN 338 dimensional standards

Compatibility

Designed for drilling cast iron and steel workpieces. Compatible with standard drill chucks accepting a 0.0240-inch straight-cylindrical shank. Suitable for use in drill presses, hand drills, and CNC drilling applications where a wire-gauge jobber-length bit is specified.

Installation Notes

This bit is installed and removed by a licensed or qualified machinist or maintenance technician using a standard keyed or keyless chuck. Secure the shank fully in the chuck before operation and verify the workpiece is firmly clamped or fixtured. At this diameter, low feed pressure and appropriate cutting fluid are recommended to prevent bit deflection or breakage. Inspect the cutting edges before each use and replace the bit if chipping or dulling is observed.