M.a. Ford. 20503200 Carbide Screw Machine Drill Bit

Product Description

The M.A. FORD. 20503200 is a solid carbide screw machine length drill bit designed for precision drilling in demanding trade and industrial applications. Built to Series 205 specifications, it features a 0.032 inch diameter, a 135-degree split point, and a slow spiral flute configuration with web thinning for improved chip evacuation and reduced thrust. The straight-cylindrical shank and parallel web design ensure consistent performance in standard drill chucks and screw machine setups. At 1.5 inches overall length, this short-body bit delivers rigidity and accuracy in tight-clearance drilling situations.

This drill bit is rated for use in cast iron, non-ferrous metals, stainless steel, and steel. Its screw machine length body makes it well suited for high-production environments, CNC drilling operations, and manual drill press work where a shorter, more rigid cutting tool is required. The coated solid carbide construction handles harder workpiece materials that would prematurely wear high-speed steel tooling.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction for extended tool life in hard and abrasive materials
• 135-degree split point reduces walking and lowers entry thrust
• Web-thinned parallel web improves chip flow and cutting efficiency
• Slow spiral flute optimized for cast iron and non-ferrous metal drilling
• Screw machine length body provides superior rigidity over jobber-length bits
• Diameter tolerance held to +0.0000 to -0.0005 inches for tight-tolerance hole requirements

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit screw machine length drill bit for use in standard straight-shank drill chucks, CNC machining centers, and screw machine spindles accepting a 0.032 inch straight-cylindrical shank.

Installation Notes

Installation and use should be performed by qualified machinists or tool-room technicians familiar with carbide tooling. Secure the shank fully in the chuck or collet before operation to prevent runout. Carbide is brittle - avoid side loading, interrupted cuts without proper support, or dropping the bit on hard surfaces. Follow machine manufacturer guidelines for spindle speed and feed rate when working with carbide tooling in production environments.