Value Collection 01358225 Size 22 Hss Screw Machine Drill Bit

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01358225 is a screw machine length drill bit designed for general-purpose metal drilling in production and maintenance applications. Built from high-speed steel (HSS) with an oxide coating for reduced friction and improved chip evacuation, this bit cuts a 0.1570-inch diameter hole corresponding to wire gauge size 22. The 118-degree standard point angle suits a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials. At 2.125 inches overall length, the stub-length body provides increased rigidity over jobber-length bits, making it well suited for close-tolerance drilling in tight workspaces. Licensed trades and machinists install these bits in drill presses, CNC drill heads, and hand drills.

Screw machine length drill bits are the preferred choice when reduced overhang is needed to minimize deflection and improve hole accuracy. This Size 22 bit is commonly used in HVAC panel fabrication, electrical enclosure work, plumbing bracket drilling, and light-duty machine shop operations. The right-hand cutting direction and regular spiral flute geometry are compatible with standard drill chucks and spindles. The straight cylindrical shank fits directly into most 3/8-inch and larger keyed or keyless chucks without adapters.

Key Features

• Wire gauge Size 22 cutting diameter: 0.1570 inches for precise small-hole drilling
• HSS construction withstands heat generated during high-speed drilling in steel and aluminum
• Oxide coating reduces friction and helps extend cutting edge life
• 118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose use across ferrous and non-ferrous stock
• Stub screw machine length (2.125 inches OAL, 1.0625-inch flute) provides rigidity and reduces chatter
• Web-thinned parallel web design lowers thrust force required at entry
• Right-hand spiral flute evacuates chips efficiently during through-hole drilling

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose screw machine length drill bit suitable for use in standard drill presses, hand drills, and CNC drilling equipment with chucks accepting straight cylindrical shanks.

Installation Notes

Secure the bit fully in the chuck before operating and verify the shank is centered to prevent runout. Always clamp the workpiece; never hold sheet metal or thin stock freehand during drilling. Wear appropriate eye protection and follow applicable shop safety standards. Inspect the cutting edges before each use and replace the bit if chipping or dulling is evident to maintain hole quality and prevent tool breakage.