{"product_id":"m-a-ford-20402500-carbide-jobber-drill-bit-no-72","title":"M.a. Ford 20402500 Carbide Jobber Drill Bit No. 72","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M.A. FORD 20402500 is a solid carbide jobber-length drill bit sized to No. 72 wire gauge, equal to 0.025 inches in diameter. It features a 118-degree faceted drill point and a two-flute regular spiral design with web thinning for improved chip evacuation and reduced thrust at entry. The straight cylindrical shank and 1.5-inch overall length suit compact drilling operations in tight setups. Manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 certification, this bit is built for general-purpose drilling in production and maintenance environments where small-diameter precision holes are required. Machinists, toolmakers, and drill press operators are the typical end users.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bit is suited for drilling cast iron, non-ferrous metals, stainless steel, and carbon steel. The solid carbide construction maintains cutting-edge hardness in abrasive and harder workpiece materials where high-speed steel bits wear prematurely. The bright uncoated finish makes it appropriate for general-purpose applications where coating chemistry does not need to be matched to a specific workpiece material. A 5xD flute-to-diameter ratio supports adequate chip clearance for the 0.025-inch diameter. Typical use cases include CNC machining centers, drill presses, and manual machining operations requiring close-tolerance small holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSolid carbide construction for extended tool life in hard and abrasive materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e118-degree faceted point reduces walk and improves hole entry accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWeb-thinned, tapered web design lowers cutting thrust on small-diameter entry\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRegular spiral flute with 5xD ratio supports chip evacuation in short-depth holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBright uncoated finish suitable for general-purpose multi-material applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing for consistent dimensional tolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use in standard straight-shank drill chucks and collets accepting a 0.025-inch shank diameter. Compatible workpiece materials include cast iron, non-ferrous metals, stainless steel, and steel as specified by the manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall in a properly sized collet or drill chuck rated for the 0.025-inch shank diameter and confirm runout before drilling. Secure the workpiece firmly to prevent movement on tool entry, which is critical at this diameter to avoid bit breakage. Solid carbide bits are brittle compared to high-speed steel and should not be used in setups with excessive vibration or lateral load. Follow machine manufacturer feeds and speeds guidelines for carbide tooling when establishing cutting parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrill Bit Size (Wire)\u003c\/strong\u003e: No. 72\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrill Bit Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.0250 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlute Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.3125 inches (5\/16 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.0250 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Straight-Cylindrical\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrill Point Angle\u003c\/strong\u003e: 118 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Faceted\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Flutes\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlute Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spiral, Regular\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Direction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Right Hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeb Configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tapered, Web-Thinned\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Solid Carbide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\/Coating\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bright\/Uncoated\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Workpiece Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e: Cast Iron, Non-Ferrous Metal, Stainless Steel, Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoolant Through\u003c\/strong\u003e: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlute By Diameter Ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e: 5xD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiameter Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: -0.0005 to 0.0000 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e: General Purpose\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries\u003c\/strong\u003e: 204\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard\u003c\/strong\u003e: ISO 9001:2015 Certified\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: M.A. FORD\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 20402500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"M.A. FORD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51742219764018,"sku":"20402500","price":27.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/3443583573f8dad1c3555b01a59849af_ccba2dd8-0bce-4bea-af67-e1315508eb47.jpg?v=1788835962","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/m-a-ford-20402500-carbide-jobber-drill-bit-no-72","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}