Cleveland C71092 Letter V Jobber Drill Bit Hss Oxide

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C71092 is a jobber-length twist drill bit sized at letter V (0.3770 inches decimal equivalent), manufactured from high speed steel with an oxide coating for added surface protection. Designed for general-purpose drilling in metal, wood, and plastics, this bit features a 118-degree standard point angle with web-thinned geometry that reduces the thrust needed to start the cut. The spiral, regular-helix flute configuration and two-flute design promote efficient chip evacuation. Overall length is 5 inches with a flute length of 3-5/8 inches. Licensed machinists, maintenance technicians, and metalworking tradespeople are the primary users of this style of bit.

This bit is suited for general-purpose production and maintenance drilling applications across light industrial, commercial, and job-site environments. The straight-cylindrical shank with a diameter of 0.3770 inches fits standard 3-jaw drill chucks and keyed chuck drivers without adapter sleeves. The oxide finish makes this a solid choice for ferrous metal drilling where a coated HSS bit is preferred over bare steel but a premium TiN or TiAlN coating is not required. It is sold individually as a single-piece unit.

Key Features

• Letter V size — 0.3770 inches decimal equivalent, tolerance -0.0010 to 0.0000 inches
• 118-degree standard point with web-thinned, tapered web for reduced entry thrust
• High speed steel construction with oxide surface coating
• Regular-helix spiral flute, 2-flute design for efficient chip clearing
• Straight-cylindrical shank fits standard drill chucks directly
• Meets ASME B94.11M and DIN 338 standards

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style general-purpose jobber drill bit for use in standard 3-jaw and keyed drill chucks accepting a 0.3770-inch straight shank. Belongs to Cleveland Series 2001G.

Installation Notes

Install in a drill press, hand drill, or mill with a chuck rated for the shank diameter before applying power. Secure the shank fully in the chuck jaws and verify runout before beginning the cut. Use appropriate cutting fluid or lubricant when drilling ferrous metals to extend tool life and maintain dimensional accuracy. Follow applicable shop safety standards and wear eye protection during all drilling operations.