Cleveland C08708 Taper Length Drill Bit Size 12 Hss

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C08708 is a taper length drill bit designed for general-purpose hole-making in ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Built from high-speed steel with a coated finish, it carries a 118-degree standard point angle and a right-hand spiral flute configuration. The bit measures 0.1890 inches in diameter (Wire Size 12) with an overall length of 6 inches and a flute length of 3.625 inches. A web-thinned, tapered web design reduces thrust at breakthrough and helps maintain center accuracy. This bit is sized and configured for use by machinists, toolroom techs, and maintenance tradespeople working on metal fabrication or repair tasks.

The C08708 is suited for drilling into alloy steel, carbon steel, and cast iron in production and maintenance environments. The taper length body provides additional reach compared to a jobber-length bit, making it useful in applications where the standard flute length falls short. The straight shank allows direct chuck mounting on standard drill presses, hand drills, and milling machine spindles without additional toolholding adapters. It conforms to ASME B94.11M and DIN 340 standards, making it appropriate for shops with dimensional traceability requirements.

Key Features

• Wire Size 12 (0.1890 inches) straight shank with 0.1890-inch shank diameter
• 118-degree standard point angle with web-thinned tip for reduced entry thrust
• High-speed steel construction rated for general-purpose metal cutting
• Spiral flute, right-hand cut for consistent chip evacuation
• Taper length body at 6 inches OAL extends reach beyond jobber-length equivalents
• Meets ASME B94.11M and DIN 340 dimensional standards

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style general-purpose taper length drill bit compatible with any standard drill chuck or collet accepting a 0.1890-inch straight shank. Rated for use in alloy steel, carbon steel, and cast iron applications per manufacturer specification.

Installation Notes

Install in a standard drill press, hand drill, or milling spindle with a chuck rated for the 0.1890-inch shank diameter. Ensure the chuck is fully tightened and the workpiece is firmly clamped before operation. Use appropriate cutting fluid for steel and cast iron applications to extend tool life and maintain dimensional tolerance. Inspect the cutting edge for wear or chipping before each use and replace if the point shows deformation.