Value Collection 01188242 Jobber Drill Bit No. 24 Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01188242 is a No. 24 wire-gauge jobber-length drill bit ground from high speed steel (HSS) and finished with an oxide coating for basic lubricity and corrosion resistance. The bit measures 0.152 inches in diameter with a 118-degree standard point angle — a general-purpose geometry that centers reliably in most materials without requiring a pilot hole. Overall length is 3.125 inches with a 2-inch flute length. The two-flute regular spiral design moves chips out of the hole efficiently during through-drilling operations. Machinists, maintenance technicians, and fabricators install this bit in standard drill presses, hand drills, and CNC drilling stations for production and repair work.

This bit is suited for drilling steel and cast iron in light-to-moderate production environments. The straight cylindrical shank at 0.152 inches diameter seats directly in standard Jacobs-style drill chucks without an adapter. The web-thinned, tapered-web geometry reduces thrust required at entry, making it practical for hand-held drilling in thinner stock. The oxide finish provides a break-in lubricant layer that benefits initial cuts in ferrous materials. General-purpose grade construction makes this bit appropriate for maintenance shops, fabrication benches, and field service kits where a range of wire-gauge sizes is kept on hand.

Key Features

• No. 24 wire gauge — 0.152-inch decimal diameter for precision hole sizing
• 118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose entry in steel and cast iron
• High speed steel construction with oxide coating for basic wear and corrosion resistance
• Regular spiral, two-flute design for efficient chip evacuation
• Web-thinned tapered web reduces drilling thrust at entry
• Straight cylindrical shank fits standard drill chucks without adapters

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose jobber drill bit compatible with standard Jacobs-style drill chucks accepting straight-shank bits at 0.152 inches shank diameter, including 3/8-inch and larger keyed and keyless chucks on bench drill presses and portable hand drills.

Installation Notes

Installation and use should be performed by machinists or qualified maintenance technicians familiar with rotating cutting tools. Secure the workpiece fully before drilling to prevent rotation. Confirm the chuck is tightened on the full shank before applying power, and verify spindle speed is appropriate for the material and bit diameter per standard machining reference charts. Do not force the bit or apply side loads that could snap the shank, and replace the bit if the cutting edges show visible wear or the point is chipped.