Hertel 71205645 Jobber Drill Bit 5/64 Inch Hss Oxide

Product Description

The HERTEL 71205645 is a jobber length drill bit designed for general-purpose drilling in metal, wood, and plastics. Built from high speed steel (HSS) with an oxide coating, the bit resists heat and wear during standard production and maintenance drilling operations. It features a 118-degree drill point angle for reliable starts on flat and curved surfaces. At 2 inches overall length with a 1-inch flute length, this compact bit fits a wide range of drill chucks and drill presses. A straight-cylindrical shank ensures consistent clamping in standard three-jaw chucks. Licensed tradespeople and maintenance machinists reach for this bit when working through light ferrous and non-ferrous stock.

This bit is sized at 5/64 inch (0.0781 inch decimal equivalent) and suited for light-duty hole drilling in HVAC sheet metal fabrication, electrical panel work, plumbing fixture installations, and general maintenance applications. The regular spiral flute with a tapered web and web-thinned geometry supports efficient chip evacuation during through-hole drilling. It is sold individually and is appropriate for bench drill presses, hand drills, and drill drivers used on the job site or in the shop.

Key Features

• High speed steel construction with oxide finish for heat and abrasion resistance
• 118-degree standard drill point angle for general-purpose starting on flat surfaces
• Right-hand cut with regular spiral flute for efficient chip evacuation
• Web-thinned, tapered web geometry reduces thrust and improves penetration
• Straight-cylindrical shank fits standard three-jaw drill chucks
• Compact 2-inch overall length suitable for confined drilling locations

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose jobber length drill bit compatible with standard three-jaw drill chucks accepting a 5/64-inch straight-cylindrical shank.

Installation Notes

This drill bit is installed by machinists, HVAC technicians, electricians, and plumbers during fabrication and maintenance tasks. Secure the shank firmly in a three-jaw chuck before operation and verify the bit is centered before applying feed pressure. Keep cutting speeds appropriate for the workpiece material to avoid overheating the bit. Do not use this bit for percussion or hammer drilling applications.