{"product_id":"hertel-61698957-screw-machine-drill-bit-0-29-in-hss","title":"Hertel 61698957 Screw Machine Drill Bit 0.29 in Hss","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HERTEL 61698957 is a screw machine length drill bit designed for general-purpose metal drilling in production and maintenance environments. It is sized at letter L (0.2900 inches in diameter) and features a 118-degree standard point angle for reliable penetration across a wide range of materials. Constructed from high speed steel with an oxide finish, this bit offers adequate heat and wear resistance for everyday shop use. The straight-cylindrical shank seats securely in standard drill chucks, and the two-flute spiral design provides efficient chip evacuation during operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drill bit is suited for use in screw machines, drill presses, and handheld power drills where a shorter, more rigid cutting tool is preferred over a jobber-length bit. The reduced overall length of 2-3\/4 inches (with a 1-9\/16-inch flute length) improves stability and reduces deflection in close-tolerance or high-feed applications. Typical users include machinists, maintenance technicians, and fabricators working in metal, plastics, and similar materials requiring a right-hand cut, standard-point bit in the 0.25-to-0.30-inch size range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLetter L size: 0.2900 inches diameter for precise hole sizing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose drilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh speed steel construction with oxide finish for wear resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScrew machine (stub) length reduces deflection in high-feed applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo-flute spiral design promotes efficient chip clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStraight-cylindrical shank compatible with standard 3-jaw drill chucks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a general-purpose screw machine length drill bit suitable for use in screw machines, drill presses, and power drills accepting a straight-cylindrical shank in the 0.25-to-0.30-inch diameter range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation and use of this drill bit is typically performed by machinists or maintenance technicians. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and locked out before inserting or removing the bit from the chuck. Secure the shank firmly in the chuck to the full depth of the jaws to prevent slippage under load. Follow applicable shop safety standards and machine manufacturer guidelines for feed rate and speed selection based on material type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrill Bit Size (Letter)\u003c\/strong\u003e: L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrill Bit Size (Decimal)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.2900 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrill Point Angle\u003c\/strong\u003e: 118 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: High Speed Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoating\/Finish\u003c\/strong\u003e: Oxide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Flutes\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpiral Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Regular\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlute Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spiral\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Straight-Cylindrical\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.75 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlute Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.5625 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Direction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Right Hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoolant Through\u003c\/strong\u003e: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrill Bit Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e: General Purpose\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e: ANSI\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.13 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: HERTEL\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 61698957\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HERTEL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51749144166706,"sku":"61698957","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/6238804423aa808da5c9a5e2403a81d3.jpg?v=1788902575","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/hertel-61698957-screw-machine-drill-bit-0-29-in-hss","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}