Value Collection 01108687 Drill Blank Size 68 Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01108687 is a wire gauge size 68 drill blank made from high speed steel with a bright, uncoated finish. Drill blanks are precision-ground cylindrical rods used as raw stock for custom tooling, gauge pins, punches, and specialty drill fabrication. This blank measures 1-3/8 inches in overall length and 0.0310 inches in diameter. The bright finish indicates no additional coating or surface treatment has been applied, leaving the steel in its ground state. Machinists, toolmakers, and die makers use these blanks when a standard off-the-shelf drill geometry does not meet the application requirement.

This blank is suited for light-duty toolroom applications, custom punch and pin fabrication, and use as a gauge or transfer pin in close-tolerance work. The small diameter and short overall length make it appropriate for precision instrument work, electronics assembly fixtures, and die and mold shops. High speed steel construction provides sufficient hardness and wear resistance for most general toolmaking tasks where carbide is not required.

Key Features

• Wire gauge size 68 corresponds to 0.0310 inches diameter for precise identification
• High speed steel construction provides hardness and wear resistance for toolmaking use
• Bright, uncoated finish preserves true ground dimensions without coating buildup
• 1-3/8 inch overall length suits short-run punch, pin, and custom drill fabrication
• Consistent cylindrical geometry for use as gauge pins or transfer pins

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose wire gauge drill blank suitable for toolroom fabrication, custom drill grinding, and precision pin applications where a size 68 diameter is required.

Installation Notes

Drill blanks are raw stock intended for further machining, grinding, or use as-is in fixture and gauge applications. A qualified machinist or toolmaker should handle all grinding and sharpening operations using appropriate tool and cutter grinding equipment. Secure workpieces properly before machining to prevent movement at small diameters. Inspect the blank for straightness and surface condition before use in close-tolerance applications.