Import KP65065 Jobber Drill Bit Wire 24 0.1520 Hss

Product Description

The IMPORT KP65065 is a jobber-length drill bit designed for general-purpose drilling in metal, wood, and plastic. It is manufactured from high speed steel with an oxide coating that provides basic corrosion resistance and reduces friction during cutting. The bit is sized to wire gauge number 24, which corresponds to a decimal diameter of 0.1520 inches. It features a 118-degree standard point angle, a right-hand spiral flute, and a straight-cylindrical shank. Overall length is 3-1/8 inches with a 2-inch flute length. This bit is suited for use in drill presses, hand drills, and bench-mounted drilling fixtures by machinists, maintenance technicians, and general trades.

This drill bit is appropriate for light-to-medium duty applications requiring a wire gauge 24 hole. Typical uses include pilot holes, through-hole drilling in sheet metal, and general fabrication tasks in maintenance, repair, and operations settings. The straight-cylindrical shank accepts standard three-jaw drill chucks. Web thinning on this bit reduces thrust during penetration, which is useful when drilling harder materials at the lower end of the 0.1500 to 0.2000 inch drill size range.

Key Features

• Wire size number 24, decimal diameter 0.1520 inches
• High speed steel construction with oxide finish for reduced friction
• 118-degree standard point angle with web-thinned, tapered web configuration
• Right-hand cut, regular spiral flute for efficient chip evacuation
• Straight-cylindrical shank fits standard three-jaw drill chucks
• Jobber length — 3-1/8 inches overall, 2-inch flute length

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose jobber-length drill bit compatible with any standard three-jaw drill chuck accepting a 0.1520-inch straight-cylindrical shank, including hand drills and drill presses used across machining and maintenance applications.

Installation Notes

Secure the shank fully in the drill chuck and tighten all jaws before operation. Use appropriate cutting fluid when drilling ferrous metals to extend bit life and improve hole quality. Inspect the cutting edges for wear or chipping before each use; a dull bit increases heat and can cause breakage in small-diameter sizes. Follow applicable shop safety practices including eye protection and proper workpiece clamping.