M.a. Ford 2XDSR1285A Jobber Drill Bit Wire 30 Solid Carbide

Product Description

The M.A. FORD 2XDSR1285A is a jobber-length, solid carbide drill bit designed for precision drilling in demanding materials including titanium and temperature-resistant alloys. It carries a Wire Size 30 designation with a decimal diameter of 0.1285 inches and a 142-degree drill point angle optimized for hard, work-hardening materials. The ALTiN (Aluminum Titanium Nitride) coating improves heat resistance and extends tool life in high-speed applications. Overall length is 2.75 inches with a flute length of 1.26 inches and a straight cylindrical shank measuring 0.1562 inches (5/32 inch). This bit is intended for use by machinists, tool-and-die professionals, and aerospace maintenance technicians working with exotic alloys.

The 2XDSR1285A is built for high-performance drilling in materials classified under workpiece material codes H, M, and S — covering hardened steels, stainless steels, titanium, and high-temp alloys. It fits standard drill chucks accepting a 5/32-inch straight shank. Typical applications include precision hole-making in aerospace components, turbine hardware, and structural titanium assemblies where tight tolerances and surface finish integrity are critical. The 5xD flute-to-diameter ratio supports chip evacuation in deep-hole drilling up to a maximum depth of 1.00 inch.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance in hard and abrasive workpiece materials
• 142-degree point angle reduces thrust force and improves centering in hard materials
• ALTiN coating provides thermal barrier and oxidation resistance at elevated cutting temperatures
• Right-hand cut, regular spiral flute with 2-flute configuration for efficient chip removal
• Diameter tolerance held to +0.00000 to -0.00047 inches for close-tolerance hole requirements
• Manufactured under ISO 9001:2015 certified quality standards

Compatibility

Designed for use in standard drill chucks or collet toolholders accepting a 0.1562-inch (5/32-inch) straight cylindrical shank. Suited for CNC machining centers, drill presses, and manual machines used on workpiece material codes H, M, and S including titanium and temperature-resistant alloys.

Installation Notes

This bit should be installed by qualified machinists familiar with carbide tooling protocols. Ensure the shank is fully seated and secure in the chuck or collet before initiating a cut — carbide is brittle and susceptible to breakage from lateral loading or improper clamping. Do not use in hammerdrill mode. Speeds and feeds should be selected per the manufacturer's machining data for the specific workpiece material; running carbide tooling too slowly in hard materials accelerates edge wear.