Value Collection 01188341 No. 34 Hss Jobber Drill Bit

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01188341 is a No. 34 wire gauge jobber-length drill bit designed for general-purpose drilling in metalworking and light fabrication applications. Built from high speed steel (HSS) with an oxide coating, it offers adequate wear resistance for production and maintenance drilling. The bit measures 0.111 inches in diameter with an overall length of 2.625 inches and a flute length of 1.5 inches. The 118-degree standard point angle suits a wide range of common workpiece materials. A right-hand spiral flute with a regular helix efficiently clears chips during operation. This bit is sized for use in standard hand drills, drill presses, and CNC drilling setups.

This jobber drill bit is suited for drilling steel and cast iron in residential, commercial, and industrial maintenance settings. Its straight cylindrical shank fits standard three-jaw drill chucks without adapters. The web-thinned, tapered web construction reduces thrust force at entry, making it practical for hand-held drilling operations where feed pressure must be controlled. General-purpose machinists, maintenance technicians, fabricators, and trade professionals reach for this size when working with common fastener clearance holes and tapping pilot holes in the No. 34 size range.

Key Features

• No. 34 wire gauge diameter — 0.111 inches — for precise hole sizing in metal
• 118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose drilling in steel and cast iron
• High speed steel construction with oxide coating for improved surface hardness and corrosion resistance
• Right-hand cutting direction with regular spiral flute for efficient chip evacuation
• Web-thinned tapered web reduces entry thrust and improves centering
• Straight cylindrical shank fits standard drill chucks without adapters

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose jobber drill bit compatible with any standard three-jaw drill chuck sized to accept a 0.111-inch straight shank, including hand drills, drill presses, and CNC spindles rated for HSS tooling.

Installation Notes

This bit is installed by a machinist or maintenance technician into a properly tightened three-jaw chuck before operation. Secure the workpiece with a vise or clamp before drilling — never hand-hold small metal workpieces. Use appropriate cutting fluid when drilling ferrous metals to extend bit life and reduce heat buildup. Inspect the cutting edges for wear or chipping before each use and replace the bit when the point no longer centers cleanly.