Precision Twist Drill 6000010 Reduced Shank Drill Bit

Product Description

The PRECISION TWIST DRILL 6000010 is a reduced shank twist drill bit designed for drilling through ferrous metals and a wide range of secondary materials including aluminum, copper, nickel, titanium, and magnesium. It features a 1 inch cutting diameter with a 1/2 inch straight-cylindrical shank, allowing it to be chucked in standard 1/2 inch drill presses and boring setups without requiring a large-capacity chuck. Built from high speed steel with a bright, uncoated finish, this bit is a general-purpose workhorse suited for machine shop, maintenance, and heavy fabrication use. It is installed and operated by machinists, pipefitters, ironworkers, and general tradespeople requiring large-diameter holes in metal stock.

The 6000010 fits general-purpose metal drilling applications in both shop and field settings. Its Series R56 designation and ANSI-standard geometry make it a known quantity for tradespeople sourcing direct replacements or stocking drill sets. The 118-degree standard point angle is optimized for ferrous metals, though the bit also performs across a broad secondary material range including synthetic and cermet workpieces. Typical use cases include drilling bolt-clearance holes, conduit knockout work in steel enclosures, and general metalworking where a reduced shank is needed to fit available chuck capacity.

Key Features

• 1 inch cutting diameter with 1/2 inch reduced straight-cylindrical shank for use in standard 1/2 inch chucks
• 118-degree standard point angle optimized for general-purpose ferrous metal drilling
• High speed steel construction provides heat and wear resistance across a broad material range
• 3 inch flute length with regular spiral geometry for efficient chip evacuation
• Right-hand cut, ANSI-standard geometry for compatibility with conventional drill press and handheld setups
• Bright, uncoated finish — no coating buildup concerns when regrinding

Compatibility

Designed for use in standard 1/2 inch drill chucks on drill presses, magnetic drills, and handheld power drills. Compatible with ferrous metals as primary workpiece material, and suitable for secondary materials including aluminum, cermet, copper, magnesium, nickel, synthetic materials, and titanium per Series R56 specifications.

Installation Notes

This bit is installed and operated by machinists, ironworkers, pipefitters, and maintenance tradespeople. Secure the 1/2 inch shank fully in the chuck before operation and verify chuck key is removed before starting rotation. Use appropriate cutting fluid or coolant when drilling ferrous stock at sustained depth to extend tool life, noting this bit is rated for dry operation. Always clamp workpieces securely to prevent rotation during large-diameter drilling.