Cleveland C72140 Jobber Length Drill Bit Wire 40 Hss

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C72140 is a wire-gauge jobber-length drill bit sized at number 40 (0.0980 inches decimal) manufactured from high speed steel with a bright uncoated finish. Designed for general-purpose drilling in metal, wood, and plastics, it features a 118-degree standard point angle and a two-flute regular spiral configuration that promotes efficient chip evacuation. The web-thinned, tapered web design reduces thrust force at the tip, making it practical for hand-feed and machine-feed applications alike. Licensed trades and machinists working in maintenance, fabrication, and mechanical service will find this bit suitable for a wide range of production and repair drilling tasks.

This bit is suited for light-duty production drilling in residential and commercial trade applications including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical rough-in work where small-diameter pilot holes or precision holes in sheet metal and structural components are required. With a straight-cylindrical shank diameter of 0.0980 inches, it seats directly in standard keyless and keyed drill chucks. The 1.375-inch flute length and 2.375-inch overall length make it compatible with bench drill presses, hand drills, and drill motors commonly used in field service.

Key Features

• Wire size number 40 at 0.0980 inches decimal diameter for precise small-hole drilling
• 118-degree standard point angle with web-thinned, tapered web for reduced entry thrust
• High speed steel construction provides durability across a broad range of workpiece materials
• Bright uncoated finish allows easy visual inspection of cutting edge condition
• Regular right-hand spiral flute promotes consistent chip removal during drilling
• Meets ASME B94.11M and DIN 338 standards for jobber-length drill bits

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style general-purpose jobber-length drill bit conforming to ASME B94.11M and DIN 338, compatible with any standard drill chuck accepting a 0.0980-inch straight-cylindrical shank.

Installation Notes

Install this bit into a properly rated drill press, hand drill, or drill motor with the chuck fully tightened before operation. Disconnect or de-energize all equipment before changing bits. Use appropriate cutting fluid on ferrous workpieces to extend cutting edge life and maintain hole tolerance. Follow applicable OSHA and shop-safety guidelines when operating rotary cutting tools.