Cleveland C12194 Taper Shank Drill Bit 9/16 in 2MT Hss

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C12194 is a taper shank drill bit designed for drilling precise, clean holes in metal and general-purpose materials. It carries a 9/16 inch cutting diameter and mounts via a No. 2 Morse Taper (2MT) shank, making it compatible with drill presses, lathes, and milling machines equipped with a matching taper socket. The bit is ground from high-speed steel (HSS) with an oxide finish that provides basic lubricity and surface protection. A 118-degree standard point geometry with web thinning reduces thrust on entry and keeps the bit tracking true. Machinists, maintenance mechanics, and tool-room technicians are the primary users of this type of bit.

This drill bit suits general-purpose production and maintenance drilling in ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastics, and similar materials. The 2MT shank seats directly into compatible machine spindles without a chuck, making it well suited for drill press work where rigidity and concentricity are priorities. With a flute length of 4-7/8 inches and an overall length of 8-3/4 inches, the C12194 provides adequate reach for most through-hole and deep-hole applications encountered in a standard machine shop or maintenance environment.

Key Features

• 9/16 inch (0.5625 inch) cutting diameter with a tight tolerance of +0.0000 to -0.0012 inches
• No. 2 Morse Taper shank seats directly in compatible spindles for rigid, chuckless setup
• High-speed steel construction handles general-purpose drilling in metal and non-metal materials
• 118-degree standard point with web thinning reduces entry thrust and improves centering
• Oxide finish provides surface lubricity and corrosion resistance during storage and use
• Right-hand spiral flute with regular helix efficiently clears chips during drilling

Compatibility

Designed for use in drill presses, lathes, and milling machine spindles equipped with a No. 2 Morse Taper socket. Meets ASME B94.11M dimensional standards for taper shank drill bits.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by machinists or maintenance mechanics. Clean both the taper shank and the spindle socket thoroughly before seating to ensure full contact and prevent slippage under load. Use a drift and knockout bar through the spindle slot to remove the bit — do not strike the flutes or the cutting edge. Always power down and lock out the machine before changing tooling.