Value Collection 01166214 Letter U Hss Jobber Drill Bit

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01166214 is a letter-size U jobber drill bit manufactured from high speed steel (HSS) with a bright, uncoated finish. Sized at 0.3680 inches in decimal equivalent, it features a 118-degree standard point angle and a 2-flute regular spiral design with a web-thinned, tapered web configuration for improved chip evacuation and entry performance. The straight cylindrical shank and 5-inch overall length make it a general-purpose drilling tool suited to production, maintenance, and fabrication environments. Installation and use are performed by machinists, maintenance technicians, and trade professionals working with drill presses, lathes, or hand-held power tools.

This jobber drill is rated for aluminum and non-ferrous workpiece materials, making it well suited for drilling copper, brass, aluminum plate, and similar soft-metal stock. With a flute length of 3.625 inches, it provides adequate chip clearance for deeper through-hole applications in light fabrication and MRO settings. The right-hand cutting direction is standard for conventional drill press and hand-drill setups. No coolant-through capability is present, so external coolant or cutting fluid application at the surface is the recommended approach when drilling harder non-ferrous alloys.

Key Features

• Letter U size — 0.3680 inches decimal equivalent, within the 0.3500 to 0.4000 inch size range
• 118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose entry in non-ferrous materials
• High speed steel construction with bright, uncoated finish
• Web-thinned tapered web reduces thrust and improves penetration
• 2-flute regular spiral geometry promotes efficient chip removal
• 5-inch overall length with 3.625-inch flute length for through-hole and deeper drilling applications

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose jobber drill for use in standard drill chucks accepting a 0.3680-inch straight cylindrical shank. Rated for aluminum and non-ferrous workpiece materials.

Installation Notes

This drill bit is installed by machinists and maintenance technicians using a keyed or keyless drill chuck on a drill press, milling machine, or hand-held power drill. Secure the shank fully in the chuck and verify runout before drilling. Apply cutting fluid or lubricant at the workpiece surface when drilling harder non-ferrous alloys to extend tool life and improve hole quality. Inspect the cutting edges for wear or chipping before each use and replace the bit if the point shows signs of dulling or damage.