Cleveland C12222 Taper Shank Drill Bit 3/4 in 2MT Hss

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C12222 is a taper shank drill bit engineered for general-purpose drilling in metal, wood, and similar materials. Built from high-speed steel with an oxide finish, it features a 3/4-inch diameter cutting edge ground to a standard 118-degree point angle with web thinning to reduce thrust and improve chip clearance at entry. The 2MT (Morse Taper 2) shank seats directly into compatible taper-socket spindles on drill presses, lathes, and milling machines. Machinists, tool-and-die technicians, and maintenance trades rely on this bit for production and repair drilling where a solid, repeatable hole is required.

This bit is suited for stationary machine tool applications in job shops, maintenance facilities, and light manufacturing environments. The right-hand spiral flute with a 5.875-inch flute length handles moderate chip evacuation through a range of material thicknesses. The 9.75-inch overall length provides adequate reach for most standard spindle setups. General-purpose performance designation makes it appropriate for a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials under normal feed and speed conditions.

Key Features

• 3/4-inch (0.7500-inch) diameter with a tight tolerance of +0.0000 to -0.0012 inches
• 2MT (Morse Taper 2) shank for direct spindle mounting without a chuck
• 118-degree standard point angle with web thinning for reduced entry thrust
• High-speed steel construction with oxide finish for basic wear resistance
• Regular right-hand spiral flute for efficient chip evacuation
• Conforms to ASME B94.11M dimensional standards

Compatibility

Designed for use in drill presses, lathes, and milling machines equipped with a No. 2 Morse Taper (2MT) spindle socket. No adapter sleeve is required when the machine spindle matches the 2MT taper designation.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by machinists or maintenance technicians on stationary machine tools. Power down and lock out the machine before seating or removing the taper shank. Clean both the shank and the spindle socket thoroughly before insertion to ensure full taper contact and prevent runout. Never use a hammer directly on the drill body to seat or eject the taper; use the machine drift key through the spindle slot.