Value Collection 01108604 Drill Blank Size 60 Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01108604 is a wire gauge size 60 drill blank machined from high speed steel with a bright, uncoated finish. At 0.0400 inches in diameter and 1-5/8 inches overall length, this blank serves as raw stock for grinding custom drill points, step drills, or specialty cutting tools. High speed steel construction delivers the hardness and heat resistance needed for small-diameter work in steel, aluminum, brass, and similar materials. Machinists, tool grinders, and toolroom technicians use this blank as a starting point when a standard off-the-shelf drill geometry will not meet job requirements.

This drill blank is suited for toolroom and production environments where precision small-diameter tooling is fabricated or re-ground in-house. The bright uncoated finish allows direct inspection of the steel surface before grinding. At 1-5/8 inches OAL, the blank fits standard tool grinder workholding. Typical applications include custom point geometries for watch-making fixtures, printed circuit board jig work, instrument manufacturing, and other precision trades requiring wire gauge tooling below size 55.

Key Features

• Wire gauge size 60, equivalent to 0.0400 inches diameter
• High speed steel construction for hardness and heat resistance during grinding and cutting
• Bright uncoated finish for easy visual inspection of stock material
• 1-5/8 inches overall length provides working stock for custom point grinding
• Sold individually per package; minimum order quantity is 10 units

Compatibility

Designed as raw tooling stock for use with standard tool and cutter grinders that accept wire gauge size blanks. Confirm workholding collet or fixture capacity before ordering.

Installation Notes

Grinding of drill blanks should be performed by a qualified toolroom machinist or tool grinder operator following established shop safety procedures. Secure the blank firmly in the grinder fixture before engaging the wheel. Wear appropriate eye protection and follow OSHA general industry standards for abrasive wheel machinery. Inspect the blank for surface defects before grinding to ensure a consistent finished tool.