Value Collection 01346915 Taper Length Drill Bit Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01346915 is a taper length drill bit designed for drilling large-diameter holes in metal and similar materials. Built from high-speed steel (HSS) with a black oxide finish, it offers improved lubricity and moderate corrosion resistance during drilling operations. The bit features a 118-degree standard point angle with web thinning on a tapered web configuration, reducing thrust force at entry and improving chip clearance. A right-hand spiral flute with a 3.0 inch flute length handles chip evacuation efficiently. The straight cylindrical shank with a 0.75 inch shank diameter fits standard drill chucks. Machinists, tool and die technicians, and maintenance professionals typically reach for this size bit when working on structural or fabrication applications.

This taper length drill bit suits shop and field applications where extra flute length beyond a jobber-length bit is needed to reach depth without retraction. The 6 inch overall length accommodates setups where standard-length bits fall short. It is appropriate for use in drill presses, milling machines, and heavy-duty handheld drilling equipment. The 1.7812 inch cutting diameter makes it well suited for large-bore work in ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastics, and similar materials common in machining and fabrication environments.

Key Features

• HSS construction provides hardness and heat resistance suitable for metal drilling
• Black oxide coating reduces friction and provides mild corrosion protection
• 118-degree standard point angle with web thinning reduces entry thrust and improves centering
• Tapered web configuration with regular spiral flute promotes efficient chip removal
• Taper length body at 6 inch OAL extends reach beyond standard jobber-length bits
• Straight cylindrical shank at 0.75 inch diameter seats securely in drill chucks and collets

Compatibility

Designed as a standard taper length drill bit for use in drill presses, milling machines, and heavy-duty drilling equipment accepting a straight cylindrical shank with a 0.75 inch shank diameter.

Installation Notes

A licensed machinist or experienced metalworking technician should secure the shank fully in the chuck or collet before operation and verify runout before drilling. Use appropriate cutting fluid for the workpiece material to extend tool life and improve cut quality. Ensure the workpiece is firmly clamped and the machine spindle speed is set per recommended surface footage for the workpiece material and drill diameter. Eye protection and chip guards are standard requirements when operating rotary cutting tools of this size.