Cleveland C12082 Taper Shank Drill Bit 15/64 in 1MT Hss

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C12082 is a taper shank drill bit designed for precision hole-making in metal and general-purpose materials. Built from high-speed steel with an oxide finish, it features a 118-degree standard point and a right-hand spiral flute geometry that clears chips efficiently during drilling. The 1MT (Morse Taper 1) shank seats directly into compatible drill press spindles, milling machines, and lathes without a separate chuck. A web-thinned point reduces thrust force at entry, making it well suited for production drilling where consistent hole quality matters. This bit is part of the CLEVELAND Series 2410 line and carries a diameter tolerance of +0.0000 to -0.0007 inches.

This drill bit is intended for use in machine tool applications including drill presses, milling machines, and lathes equipped with a No. 1 Morse Taper spindle socket. It is appropriate for general-purpose drilling in ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, and plastics in both shop and light production environments. Machinists, tool-and-die makers, and maintenance technicians are the primary users. The 15/64 inch diameter makes it a common size for clearance holes and close-tolerance work in fabrication and repair operations.

Key Features

• High-speed steel construction provides hardness and wear resistance for metal drilling
• Oxide finish reduces friction and provides light corrosion protection during storage
• 118-degree standard point angle suits a wide range of general-purpose materials
• Web-thinned geometry lowers entry thrust and reduces walking on flat stock
• No. 1 Morse Taper shank seats directly in MT1 spindles without an adapter chuck
• Right-hand regular spiral flute promotes consistent chip evacuation

Compatibility

Designed for use in drill presses, lathes, and milling machines equipped with a No. 1 Morse Taper spindle socket. Suitable as a direct replacement for any Series 2410 equivalent 15/64 inch 1MT taper shank drill bit.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by machinists or maintenance technicians using standard MT1 spindle sockets. Clean the taper shank and spindle bore of chips and oil before seating to ensure full contact and prevent slippage. Always power down and lock out the machine before inserting or removing the bit. Use a drift key and a soft mallet at the spindle drift slot to eject the bit safely — never strike the cutting end.