Cleveland C08701 Taper Length Drill Bit Wire 15 Hss

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C08701 is a taper length drill bit designed for professionals who need extra reach beyond standard jobber-length tooling. Built from high-speed steel with an oxide finish, this bit runs at wire size 15, which corresponds to 0.1800 inches in decimal. It features a 118-degree standard point angle with web thinning applied to reduce thrust at entry. The spiral flute geometry evacuates chips efficiently on deeper-penetration cuts. The straight shank seats directly into standard drill chucks without adapters. Machinists, maintenance mechanics, and metalworking tradespeople reach for this bit when a jobber-length drill cannot reach the required depth.

The C08701 is suited for drilling alloy steel, carbon steel, and cast iron in production and maintenance applications. The taper length body — 5.75 inches overall with a 3.375-inch flute — provides the additional reach needed for through-holes in thick stock, deep flanges, and structural sections. The right-hand cut and regular spiral are compatible with standard drill press and hand-drill operation. The oxide coating provides a degree of lubricity and corrosion resistance during dry or minimally lubricated drilling cycles. This bit is sold individually and targets general-purpose metalworking use rather than specialty alloys or hardened materials.

Key Features

• Wire size 15 — 0.1800 inches decimal diameter for precise hole sizing
• 118-degree standard point angle with web thinning for reduced entry thrust
• Taper length body extends reach: 3.375-inch flute, 5.75-inch overall length
• High-speed steel construction handles alloy steel, carbon steel, and cast iron
• Oxide coating adds surface lubricity and basic corrosion resistance
• Straight shank fits standard three-jaw drill chucks without adapters
• Diameter tolerance held to +0.0000 to -0.0007 inches for consistent hole quality

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or production drill bit for standard three-jaw drill chucks used in metalworking on alloy steel, carbon steel, and cast iron workpieces. Part of the Cleveland 2510 Series taper length line.

Installation Notes

Installation and use should be performed by qualified machinists or maintenance mechanics familiar with metal drilling operations. Secure the workpiece firmly before drilling and confirm the chuck is properly tightened on the straight shank. Ensure the drill press or power tool is powered down and the chuck key is removed before making any bit changes. Use appropriate cutting fluid for the material being drilled to extend bit life and maintain hole quality.