Value Collection 01166032 Letter C Hss Jobber Drill Bit

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01166032 is a Letter C high speed steel jobber drill bit designed for general-purpose drilling in metal fabrication, maintenance, and light manufacturing environments. The bit measures 0.242 inches in diameter with an overall length of 4 inches and a flute length of 2.75 inches. A standard 118-degree point angle provides reliable centering on flat and curved surfaces without requiring a pilot hole in most applications. The bright, uncoated finish is the baseline standard for HSS tooling and suits dry or lightly lubricated drilling operations. Licensed machinists, millwrights, and general tradespeople are the primary users of this bit.

This drill bit is suited for drilling aluminum, non-ferrous metals, plastics, and soft materials in both shop and field settings. The straight cylindrical shank accepts standard three-jaw drill chucks on benchtop drill presses, hand drills, and portable magnetic-base drills. The regular spiral flute geometry promotes chip evacuation in shallow-to-moderate depth holes. It is a single-piece per package unit sold in minimum order quantities of 12, making it appropriate for stocking tool cribs, maintenance carts, or service van inventory.

Key Features

• Letter C diameter: 0.242 inches for close-tolerance hole sizing
• 118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose entry on flat and curved workpieces
• High speed steel construction provides adequate hardness for non-ferrous metals and general shop materials
• Regular spiral flute with tapered web and web-thinned geometry for improved chip flow and reduced thrust
• Bright uncoated finish compatible with dry cutting or standard cutting fluids
• Straight cylindrical shank fits standard drill chucks without adapters

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or stock drill bit for any standard three-jaw drill chuck accepting a 0.242-inch straight shank. Primary workpiece material compatibility includes aluminum and non-ferrous metals per manufacturer specification.

Installation Notes

Drill bits of this type are installed and changed by machinists, maintenance technicians, and tradespeople using standard three-jaw chuck key procedures. Always ensure the drill press or hand drill is powered off and unplugged before changing bits. Secure the workpiece firmly before drilling to prevent bit walking or workpiece rotation. Use appropriate cutting fluid or lubricant when drilling metals to extend bit service life, unless the application calls for dry cutting.