Precision Twist Drill 6000262 Taper Length Drill Bit

Product Description

The PRECISION TWIST DRILL 6000262 is a taper length straight-shank drill bit designed for general-purpose drilling in a wide range of materials. Manufactured from high speed steel with a bright/uncoated finish, it carries a standard 118-degree point angle and a right-hand spiral flute. The overall length is 2 inches with a 0.0280 inch (No. 70 wire gauge) diameter and a 3/4 inch flute length, giving a 6xD flute-to-diameter ratio. A web-thinned, tapered web configuration reduces thrust and improves chip clearance. This bit is intended for use by machinists, maintenance technicians, and trade professionals who require precise small-diameter drilling.

The 6000262 suits general-purpose production and maintenance drilling applications where a taper length body provides added rigidity compared to jobber-length bits. Its HSS construction and bright finish make it appropriate for use in drill presses, CNC equipment, and hand-held power tools. The bit is compatible with standard straight-shank chucks accepting a 0.0280 inch shank. Material applications include alloy steel, aluminum, aluminum alloy, brass, bronze, carbon steel, cast iron, copper, graphite, hardened steel, high strength bronze, magnesium, magnesium alloy, malleable iron, nickel, nickel alloy, reinforced plastic materials, and stainless steel.

Key Features

• No. 70 wire gauge size, 0.0280 inches diameter for precision small-hole work
• High speed steel construction for durability across a broad material range
• 118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose entry and chip formation
• Web-thinned, tapered web reduces drilling thrust and improves chip evacuation
• Right-hand spiral flute with 6xD flute-to-diameter ratio for positive chip flow
• Bright/uncoated finish — Series R52, ANSI standard compliant

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or production bit for applications requiring a No. 70 wire gauge taper length drill in any straight-shank chuck rated for 0.0280 inch diameter tooling.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or technician familiar with small-diameter tooling. Ensure the drill press, lathe, or power tool is fully powered down and the chuck is clean and free of debris before seating the bit. Use appropriate spindle speeds for the workpiece material and bit diameter to prevent breakage on this small-diameter tool. Always wear eye protection when operating rotating cutting tools.