Magafor 81196063500 Spotting Drill 1/4 in 120 Pt Cobalt

Product Description

The MAGAFOR 81196063500 is a spotting drill designed to create accurate center-start locations for follow-on twist or carbide drills. Built from Cobalt M-35 (HSS-E) tool steel, it delivers better heat and wear resistance than standard high-speed steel, making it well suited for harder workpiece materials and higher-speed operations. The 120-degree point angle produces a shallow, clean seating cone that guides subsequent drill bits precisely. With a 0.250-inch cutting diameter, a 0.900-inch flute length, and a 2.625-inch overall length, this is a compact, general-purpose spotting tool for production and maintenance machining environments. Installation and use require a milling machine, machining center, or drill press with a straight-shank collet or chuck capable of holding a 0.250-inch diameter shank.

This spotting drill is intended for general-purpose metal fabrication, maintenance shops, and production machining. The 120-degree point angle is compatible with most standard twist drill point geometries, reducing walk and improving hole location accuracy before full-depth drilling begins. The right-hand spiral flute configuration and web-thinned construction reduce thrust load at the tip, making entry into ferrous and non-ferrous materials cleaner and more controlled. Machinists and toolroom technicians working on manual mills, CNC machining centers, and benchtop drill presses will find this a reliable starting-hole tool across a broad range of materials.

Key Features

• Cobalt M-35 (HSS-E) construction for elevated heat resistance and extended tool life compared to standard HSS
• 120-degree point angle compatible with most standard twist drill geometries for accurate spotting
• Web-thinned tip reduces axial thrust and improves center-starting performance
• Right-hand cut, two-flute spiral design provides positive chip clearance
• Bright/uncoated finish allows easy visual inspection for wear
• Straight-cylindrical shank fits standard collets and drill chucks without adapter

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose spotting drill for use in standard straight-shank collets and drill chucks accepting a 0.250-inch diameter shank, compatible with milling machines, CNC machining centers, and drill presses across general fabrication and toolroom applications.

Installation Notes

A qualified machinist or toolroom technician should install this drill in a properly sized collet or drill chuck rated for the spindle speed and material being cut. De-energize and lock out the machine before inserting or removing the tool. Ensure the shank is fully seated and the chuck or collet is tightened to the machine specification before operation. Use appropriate cutting fluid for the workpiece material to manage heat and prolong tool life.