Cleveland C08625 Taper Length Drill Bit Wire 48 Hss

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C08625 is a taper length twist drill bit designed for precise hole-making in metal fabrication and maintenance applications. Built from high-speed steel with a coated finish, this wire gauge size 48 bit measures 0.0760 inches in diameter and features a standard 118-degree point angle for reliable entry and chip formation. The spiral flute geometry is web-thinned with a tapered web configuration, reducing thrust and improving cutting efficiency. With an overall length of 3.75 inches and a 2-inch flute length, the taper length body reaches deeper than jobber-length bits while maintaining rigidity. A straight shank seats securely in standard drill chucks and machine spindles.

This bit is suited for drilling alloy steel, carbon steel, and cast iron in general-purpose production and repair environments. The right-hand spiral flute evacuates chips effectively in through-hole and blind-hole operations. Machinists, tool-and-die technicians, and maintenance mechanics will find this bit appropriate for bench drill presses, knee mills, and hand-held drilling machines where a taper length reach is required without stepping up to an extension bit.

Key Features

• Wire gauge size 48 diameter: 0.0760 inches with a tight tolerance of +0.0000 to -0.0005 inches
• High-speed steel construction with coated finish for improved wear resistance
• 118-degree standard point angle with web-thinned, tapered web for reduced thrust
• 2-inch flute length provides greater reach than standard jobber-length bits
• Right-hand cut spiral flute for efficient chip evacuation in steel and cast iron
• Meets ASME B94.11M and DIN 340 standards for dimensional accuracy

Compatibility

Designed for general-purpose drilling in alloy steel, carbon steel, and cast iron workpieces. Compatible with standard drill chucks accepting a 0.0760-inch straight shank. Part of the CLEVELAND Series 2510 taper length drill bit line.

Installation Notes

Install in a keyed or keyless drill chuck rated for the shank diameter and ensure the shank is fully seated before operation. Secure the workpiece firmly to prevent walking at this small diameter. Run at appropriate surface footage for high-speed steel in the target material and apply cutting fluid when drilling steel to extend tool life. Inspect the point for wear or chipping before each use, as small-diameter bits are susceptible to breakage under side load.