Hertel 89323562 Taper Shank Drill Bit 11/16 in 2MT Hss

Product Description

The HERTEL 89323562 is a taper shank twist drill bit designed for general-purpose drilling in metal, wood, and similar materials. It accepts a No. 2 Morse taper (2MT) shank, allowing direct mounting in drill presses, lathes, and milling machines equipped with a 2MT spindle or sleeve. The bit is ground from high-speed steel (HSS) with an oxide finish that provides a degree of lubricity and corrosion resistance during cutting operations. The 118-degree point angle suits a broad range of common shop and production drilling tasks. With a 5.375-inch flute length and a 9.25-inch overall length, this bit handles moderate-depth holes in a single pass without extension tooling.

This drill bit is suited for machine shop, maintenance, and production environments where a 2MT spindle interface is already in place. Typical applications include drilling through mild steel, aluminum, brass, cast iron, and thermoplastics. The 11/16-inch (0.6875 inch) diameter is a common fractional size used in structural, mechanical, and general fabrication work. The oxide finish makes it a practical choice for general-purpose drilling where a coated or cobalt grade is not required by the material or cutting conditions.

Key Features

• 11/16 inch (0.6875 inch) diameter for standard fractional hole sizes
• No. 2 Morse taper shank mounts directly to compatible drill press and lathe spindles
• 118-degree point angle — standard geometry for general-purpose drilling
• High-speed steel construction handles a wide range of common workpiece materials
• Oxide finish provides light corrosion resistance and reduces built-up edge during cutting
• 5.375-inch flute length and 9.25-inch overall length suit moderate-depth drilling applications

Compatibility

Designed for use in drill presses, lathes, milling machines, and other machine tools fitted with a No. 2 Morse taper spindle or a 2MT adapter sleeve.

Installation Notes

Installation and removal require the machine spindle to be fully stopped and the machine locked out before handling. Seat the taper shank fully into the spindle bore using a proper drift and mallet; never force or hammer the flute body. A 2MT drift key and drift slot should be used for removal to avoid damaging the shank taper. Always verify spindle speed and feed rate are appropriate for the workpiece material and bit diameter before beginning a cut.