Harvey Tool 983160 Spotting Drill 82 Degree Solid Carbide

Product Description

The HARVEY TOOL 983160 is a solid carbide spotting drill designed to create precise starter holes that guide twist drills and reduce walking on flat or angled workpiece surfaces. Built with an 82-degree point angle and a 0.060-inch cutting diameter, this tool establishes accurate drill entry points in general-purpose machining applications. The 1.5-inch overall length and straight-cylindrical shank keep the tool compact and easy to chuck in standard drill presses, CNC machining centers, and manual mills. Two spiral flutes and a Harvey Type I point geometry promote clean, centered dimples with minimal chip buildup during spotting operations.

This spotting drill suits general-purpose metal removal in job shop and production environments. It is appropriate for spotting operations on steel, aluminum, and similar workpiece materials where hole location accuracy is critical before full drilling. The right-hand cutting direction and single-ended configuration make it straightforward to run in conventional spindle setups. Machinists and CNC operators working with close-tolerance hole patterns will find the 82-degree point angle compatible with standard drill point geometries commonly used in production drilling sequences.

Key Features

• 82-degree point angle for accurate spotting that matches common twist drill geometries
• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance in general-purpose machining
• 0.060-inch cutting diameter suited for small hole spotting and center-starting applications
• Two spiral flutes with a 0.180-inch flute length for efficient chip clearance during spotting
• Bright/uncoated finish — ready to run as-delivered without additional prep
• Straight-cylindrical shank (0.125 inches) fits standard collets and drill chucks

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose spotting drill for use in CNC machining centers, drill presses, and manual mills equipped with collets or drill chucks accepting a 0.125-inch straight-cylindrical shank.

Installation Notes

This tool is installed by machinists and CNC operators familiar with standard rotating-tool setups. Power down or disable the spindle and confirm the machine is in a safe state before changing tooling. Secure the shank fully in the collet or chuck to the recommended grip depth for the holder type in use. Follow shop-standard speeds and feeds for carbide spotting drills at this diameter and consult the machine tool manufacturer guidelines for RPM limits.