Cleveland C04496 Screw Machine Drill Bit Wire 1 Hss

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C04496 is a screw machine length (stub length) drill bit designed for high-throughput drilling in metal fabrication, machining, and production environments. Built from high-speed steel with a bright uncoated finish, it measures 0.2280 inches in diameter (Wire Size 1) with an overall length of 2-7/16 inches, making it shorter and more rigid than jobber-length bits. The 118-degree standard point angle suits general-purpose drilling in a range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The web-thinned geometry reduces thrust and improves chip clearance at the cutting edge. This bit is installed and used by machinists, tool-and-die makers, and maintenance mechanics.

The C04496 is suited for drilling in alloy steels and aluminum in short-hole applications where rigidity and accuracy matter. The screw machine length profile minimizes deflection in drill press, turret lathe, and CNC machining center work where tool overhang must be kept tight. The straight cylindrical shank at 0.2280 inches diameter fits standard keyless or keyed chucks without modification. The right-hand spiral flute design handles the material types and cut directions common in general-purpose shop work.

Key Features

• Wire Size 1 (0.2280 inches) diameter with tolerance of +0.0000 to -0.0007 inches
• 118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose drilling
• High-speed steel construction rated for alloy steel and aluminum workpieces
• Screw machine (short) length at 2-7/16 inches OAL for improved rigidity and reduced deflection
• Web-thinned, parallel web geometry reduces cutting thrust and improves chip evacuation
• Right-hand cut with regular spiral, 2-flute straight cylindrical shank
• Meets ASME B94.11M standard for drill geometry and dimensional tolerances

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose screw machine length drill bit compatible with standard drill press, turret lathe, and CNC machining center setups that accept a 0.2280-inch straight cylindrical shank. Suitable for drilling alloy steel and aluminum workpieces per Series 2120 application guidelines.

Installation Notes

Installation and use should be performed by qualified machinists or maintenance mechanics familiar with cutting tool setup. Secure the shank fully in the chuck before operation and verify runout with a dial indicator when precision is required. Always power down and lock out the machine before changing tooling. Follow shop safety protocols and applicable OSHA machine guarding requirements when operating drill presses or CNC equipment.