Precision Twist Drill 6001045 Taper Shank Drill Bit 2MT

Product Description

The PRECISION TWIST DRILL 6001045 is a taper shank drill bit designed for general-purpose drilling in metal, wood, and composite materials. It carries a 2MT (Morse Taper 2) shank for use in taper-socket spindles found on drill presses, lathes, and milling machines. The bit is ground from high speed steel (HSS) with an oxide finish to reduce friction and extend tool life under moderate heat. The 118-degree standard point angle and web-thinned tip lower entry resistance and reduce the force needed to start a hole. At 9.5625 inches overall length with a 5.7188-inch spiral flute, it handles deeper through-holes without step drilling.

This bit is suited for machine shop, maintenance, and fabrication environments where taper-socket spindles are standard. It excels in drilling ferrous and non-ferrous metals at moderate feed and speed rates. The right-hand spiral flute evacuates chips efficiently in through-hole and blind-hole applications. Machinists, tool-and-die tradespeople, and industrial maintenance technicians are the primary users. It conforms to DIN 345, making it dimensionally interchangeable with other DIN 345-compliant 2MT drill bits in the same diameter range.

Key Features

• 0.8071 inch (20.50 mm) cutting diameter for precision hole sizing
• Morse Taper 2 (2MT) shank seats directly in taper-socket spindles without a chuck
• 118-degree standard point with web thinning for reduced thrust and easier starting
• High speed steel construction handles moderate heat and repeated use
• Oxide finish reduces friction and provides light corrosion resistance
• Right-hand spiral flute with regular helix promotes consistent chip evacuation
• Conforms to DIN 345 for dimensional interchangeability

Compatibility

Designed for use in drill press, lathe, or milling machine spindles with a Morse Taper 2 socket. Dimensionally compatible with DIN 345-standard 2MT taper shank tooling setups.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by machinists or maintenance technicians familiar with taper-shank tooling. Power down and lock out the machine before seating or removing the bit. Clean both the taper shank and the spindle socket before insertion to ensure full taper engagement and prevent runout. Use a drift key and drift slot to remove the bit safely — never strike the bit directly.