Cleveland C23813 Bridge Reamer 0.5 in 4 Flute Hss 2MT

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C23813 is a bridge reamer designed for enlarging and aligning holes in structural steel fabrication and heavy metalworking applications. Built from high-speed steel with an oxide finish, this reamer features a 0.5 inch diameter cutting edge, a left hand spiral with right hand cut geometry, and four flutes that provide smooth chip evacuation and accurate hole sizing. The 2 Morse taper shank seats directly into compatible drill press or boring mill spindles, eliminating adapter slippage under load. This tool is suited for licensed machinists, ironworkers, and fabrication shop technicians who require consistent dimensional accuracy in bolted structural connections.

Bridge reamers are a standard tool in structural steel fabrication where bolt holes require alignment and final sizing before fastener installation. The C23813 is used in shop and field conditions on steel plate, beam flanges, and connection details where hole tolerances must meet fabrication specifications. Its 5.125 inch flute length and 9 inch overall length provide reach into deeper connection assemblies and stacked steel sections. This tool is appropriate for use in fabrication shops, bridge construction, and heavy industrial maintenance environments.

Key Features

• High-speed steel construction for durability in ferrous and structural steel applications
• Oxide finish helps reduce friction and provides basic corrosion resistance during storage and use
• Left hand spiral with right hand cut geometry pulls chips away from the cutting edge for cleaner holes
• 4-flute design balances cutting speed with hole finish quality
• 2 Morse taper shank for direct mount in drill press, boring mill, or compatible machine spindles
• 5.125 inch flute length and 9 inch overall length support reach into deeper work sections

Compatibility

Designed for use with machine spindles and drill presses equipped with a No. 2 Morse taper socket. Suitable for structural steel hole alignment and sizing in fabrication and field assembly applications.

Installation Notes

This reamer is installed by a machinist or qualified fabricator into a No. 2 Morse taper spindle on a drill press, boring mill, or similar machine tool. Ensure the machine is fully powered down and the spindle is locked before seating or removing the taper shank. Use cutting fluid appropriate for high-speed steel tooling in steel workpieces to extend tool life and improve surface finish. Always verify hole position and workpiece clamping before starting the cut to prevent tool deflection or workpiece movement.