Cleveland C03046 Jobber Drill Bit 6 0.2040 in Hss

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C03046 is a jobber-length twist drill bit in wire gauge size 6, with a decimal diameter of 0.2040 inches. Manufactured from high speed steel with a bright finish, it is built for general-purpose drilling in metal, wood, and plastics. The 118-degree standard point angle suits a wide range of common drilling applications. At 3.75 inches overall length with a 2.5-inch spiral flute, it offers the reach and chip clearance typical of jobber-series tooling. The straight-cylindrical shank seats in standard three-jaw drill chucks. This bit is installed and used by machinists, millwrights, HVAC techs, plumbers, and electricians who need consistent, accurate hole sizes for fastener clearance or pilot work.

The C03046 is suited to light-to-medium duty drilling in ferrous and non-ferrous metals, thermoplastics, and wood composites. Its fast spiral flute geometry improves chip evacuation in deeper holes. The web-thinned, tapered web design reduces thrust force at the point, which is especially useful when drilling by hand or with smaller corded and cordless drivers. This bit is a single-piece, individual-quantity item conforming to ANSI specification standards for jobber-length drill geometry.

Key Features

• Wire gauge size 6 with 0.2040-inch decimal diameter for precise fastener and pilot hole sizing
• 118-degree standard point angle with web-thinned, tapered web for reduced thrust and cleaner starts
• High speed steel construction with bright coating for general-purpose durability
• Fast spiral flute geometry promotes efficient chip evacuation during drilling
• Straight-cylindrical shank fits standard three-jaw chucks on drills and drill presses
• ANSI-specification jobber length; diameter tolerance of -0.0007 to 0.0000 inches

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose jobber-length drill bit compatible with any standard three-jaw drill chuck accepting a 0.2040-inch straight-cylindrical shank, including handheld drills, drill presses, and CNC drill heads configured for straight-shank tooling.

Installation Notes

Secure the shank fully in the chuck and verify the bit runs true before drilling. Always wear eye protection when operating rotary cutting tools. Match drill speed to material type using a standard speed-and-feed reference for high speed steel tooling. Do not force the bit or run it without adequate chip clearance in deep holes, as this can cause heat buildup and premature edge wear.