Cleveland C24171 Spotting Drill 3/4 in 90 Deg Hss

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C24171 is a high-speed steel spotting drill designed to accurately locate and start holes before finish drilling operations. With a 90-degree point angle and a 0.750-inch cutting diameter, it establishes a precise center mark that guides twist drills and reduces wandering on flat or curved workpieces. The single-ended, right-hand cutting geometry suits general-purpose metalworking in production and job-shop environments. Overall length is 5 inches with a 1.75-inch spiral flute length, keeping the tool compact and rigid for controlled, chatter-free entry. Licensed machinists and tool-and-die professionals are the primary users of this tool.

The C24171 is suited for spotting operations on steel, aluminum, and similar machinable metals in both manual and CNC machining setups. The straight cylindrical shank matches standard drill chucks and tool holders, making it easy to integrate into existing setups without special adapters. Its general-purpose performance rating makes it appropriate for a wide range of light-to-medium production spotting tasks across fabrication shops, maintenance facilities, and machine shops.

Key Features

• 90-degree point angle for accurate hole location and clean entry geometry
• 0.750-inch cutting diameter with matching 0.750-inch straight cylindrical shank
• High-speed steel construction provides good wear resistance in general-purpose metalworking
• Spiral flute design with 2 flutes promotes chip evacuation during spotting
• Bright/uncoated finish suitable for use with cutting fluids on a wide range of materials
• Right-hand cut, single-ended configuration compatible with standard drill chucks

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose spotting drill compatible with standard drill chucks and straight-shank tool holders accepting a 0.750-inch shank diameter.

Installation Notes

Installation and use should be performed by qualified machinists familiar with drill press or CNC machining center operation. Secure the shank fully in the chuck or collet before operation and verify runout before cutting. Use appropriate cutting fluid for the workpiece material to extend tool life and improve surface finish at the spot. Inspect the cutting edges for wear or chipping before each use and replace the tool if damage is observed.