Cleveland C72076 Jobber Length Drill Bit Letter F Hss

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C72076 is a jobber length drill bit sized to Letter F (0.2570 inches decimal) designed for general-purpose metal drilling in shop and field environments. Manufactured from high speed steel with a bright, uncoated finish, it features a 118-degree standard point angle and a web-thinned, tapered web for improved centering and reduced thrust at entry. The spiral flute geometry is regular, with a 2-flute configuration and a flute-to-diameter ratio of 4xD. At 4.125 inches overall length with a 2.875-inch flute length, this bit fits standard drill chucks via its straight-cylindrical shank. Licensed HVAC techs, machinists, and maintenance tradespeople reach for this size when drilling pilot, clearance, and tap-prep holes in ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

The C72076 is suited for general-purpose drilling in light manufacturing, mechanical contracting, and maintenance-repair-operations (MRO) settings. Its Letter F diameter makes it a common choice for tap-drill and clearance-hole applications in both production and service work. The straight-cylindrical shank seats directly in standard keyed or keyless chucks without an adapter. This bit is sold individually as a single-unit package.

Key Features

• Letter F size — 0.2570 inches decimal diameter, tolerance -0.0010 to 0.0000 inches
• 118-degree standard point angle with web-thinned, tapered web for reduced entry thrust
• High speed steel construction for durability across ferrous and non-ferrous materials
• Bright, uncoated finish — no coating buildup to affect hole tolerance
• Regular spiral, 2-flute design with 4xD flute-to-diameter ratio
• Meets ASME B94.11M and DIN 338 standards
• Straight-cylindrical shank — 0.2570 inches diameter, 1.25 inches shank length

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style general-purpose jobber length drill bit compatible with standard keyed and keyless chucks that accept a straight-cylindrical shank of 0.2570 inches diameter.

Installation Notes

Install in a drill press, hand drill, or right-angle drill with a chuck rated for the shank diameter. Secure the shank fully in the chuck before applying power. Use appropriate cutting fluid for the workpiece material to extend bit life and maintain hole tolerance. Follow shop safety protocols and applicable OSHA standards when operating rotary cutting tools.