Value Collection 01220128 3/16 in Left Hand Hss Jobber Drill

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01220128 is a left-hand jobber-length drill bit designed for general-purpose metal drilling applications. Built from high speed steel (HSS) with a bright, uncoated finish, it cuts on counterclockwise rotation — making it the correct tool for backing out broken fasteners and drilling while extracting seized bolts. The bit measures 3/16 inch in diameter with a standard 118-degree split point and a regular spiral flute. Overall length is 3.5 inches, with a flute length of 2.3125 inches. The web-thinned, tapered web configuration reduces thrust and improves chip clearance at the cutting face.

Left-hand drill bits see heavy use in automotive, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical service work wherever broken studs, snapped bolts, or stripped fasteners need to be removed without damaging the surrounding material. This bit is particularly useful when paired with a left-hand tap or screw extractor set. The straight cylindrical shank fits standard three-jaw keyed or keyless drill chucks. At 3/16 inch diameter it handles light to medium fastener extraction tasks across a wide range of base materials.

Key Features

• Left-hand cutting direction — designed for counterclockwise rotation to assist fastener extraction
• High speed steel construction provides hardness and wear resistance for metal drilling
• 118-degree standard point angle suits general-purpose drilling in steel, aluminum, and similar materials
• Web-thinned tapered web reduces feed pressure and improves chip evacuation
• Regular spiral flute maintains consistent chip flow through the cut
• Bright, uncoated finish — no coating to chip or flake during regrinding

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose left-hand jobber drill bit suitable for use in any standard drill chuck accepting a 3/16 inch straight cylindrical shank.

Installation Notes

This bit is installed in a reversible drill driver or drill press set to counterclockwise (reverse) rotation. Secure the workpiece before drilling and use cutting fluid when drilling hardened or stainless steel to extend tool life. Wear appropriate eye protection — HSS bits can shed chips at high RPM. Do not exceed the recommended RPM range for the diameter and material being drilled.