Value Collection 01108380 Drill Blank Size 38 Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01108380 is a wire gauge size 38 drill blank made from high speed steel with a bright, uncoated finish. Drill blanks are precision-ground cylindrical rods used as starting stock for custom drill bits, reamer blanks, and similar tooling. This blank measures 0.1015 inches in decimal equivalent and has an overall length of 2.5 inches. High speed steel construction provides the hardness and wear resistance needed for general-purpose tooling applications. The bright uncoated finish leaves the surface ready for grinding or further processing by machinists and tool-and-die professionals.

This drill blank suits machine shops, toolrooms, and production environments where technicians need to grind or modify tooling to precise specifications. Wire gauge size 38 corresponds to a 0.1015-inch diameter, making it appropriate for small-diameter drill fabrication, fixture work, or use as a locating pin blank. It is typically handled by machinists, tool grinders, and precision manufacturing professionals working with bench grinders, surface grinders, or CNC tool grinders.

Key Features

• Wire gauge size 38 with a 0.1015-inch decimal equivalent diameter
• Overall length of 2.5 inches for versatile stock material use
• High speed steel construction for hardness and thermal resistance during grinding
• Bright uncoated finish provides a clean surface ready for further processing
• Suitable for use as drill blank stock, locating pin blanks, or custom tooling starts

Compatibility

Designed as a standard wire gauge size 38 drill blank for use in toolrooms and machine shops requiring 0.1015-inch diameter high speed steel stock.

Installation Notes

Drill blanks are raw tooling stock and require grinding by a qualified machinist before use as a cutting tool. Handle with appropriate personal protective equipment when grinding, as high speed steel produces fine metallic particles. Secure the blank properly in a tool grinder or surface grinder chuck before machining to prevent workpiece movement. Follow shop safety protocols and applicable standards for tool fabrication and grinding operations.