M.a. Ford CXDCS1360AP Size 29 Solid Carbide Drill Bit

Product Description

The M.A. FORD CXDCS1360AP is a stub-length (screw machine) solid carbide drill bit designed for high-performance drilling in demanding production environments. Sized at wire gauge No. 29, it cuts a 0.1360-inch diameter hole with a 142-degree split point that reduces thrust and improves center-finding accuracy. The two-flute, regular spiral geometry paired with an ALtima Plus (AlCrN) coating provides thermal and wear resistance during dry or high-speed machining. The bit measures 2.44 inches overall length with a 0.1562-inch straight cylindrical shank and features coolant-through capability, making it suitable for CNC machining centers and automated drilling applications where chip evacuation and tool life are critical.

This drill bit is engineered for use in metals including cast iron, stainless steel, alloy steel, and titanium. The stub-length body increases rigidity compared to jobber-length bits, reducing deflection in tight-tolerance applications. It is well suited for production machining shops, tool rooms, and precision fabrication operations where consistent hole quality across high cycle counts is required. The 3xD flute-to-diameter ratio supports effective chip removal in these materials without excessive tool loading.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction for maximum rigidity and wear resistance in hard and abrasive materials
• ALtima Plus (AlCrN) proprietary coating improves thermal stability and extends tool life at elevated cutting speeds
• 142-degree point angle reduces entry thrust and improves self-centering on flat or curved surfaces
• Coolant-through design supports internal coolant delivery for deep-hole and high-speed drilling cycles
• Stub-length (screw machine) body minimizes deflection for tighter positional tolerances
• Right-hand cut, regular spiral flute geometry compatible with standard CNC and manual drill press setups

Compatibility

Designed for use in cast iron, stainless steel, steel, and titanium workpieces. The straight cylindrical shank is compatible with standard drill chucks and collet holders accepting a 0.1562-inch shank diameter. Part of the M.A. FORD CXDCS series of carbide stub drill bits.

Installation Notes

Installation and use should be performed by qualified machinists or tooling technicians familiar with carbide cutting tool handling. Solid carbide is brittle — avoid side loads, interrupted cuts without appropriate feed and speed adjustments, and contact with hard surfaces during handling or storage. Verify spindle runout is within acceptable limits before installing small-diameter carbide tools to prevent premature breakage. When using the coolant-through feature, confirm that coolant pressure and flow rate are appropriate for the drilling application and workpiece material.