Value Collection 01358266 Size 26 Screw Machine Drill Bit

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01358266 is a screw machine length drill bit designed for high-speed, close-tolerance drilling in metal and general-purpose materials. Built from high-speed steel (HSS) with an oxide finish, it carries a wire gauge size of 26, equivalent to 0.1470 inches decimal diameter. The 118-degree standard point angle provides reliable center-finding and clean entry in a wide range of workpiece materials. At 2-1/16 inches overall length, this stub-style bit fits short-reach drilling applications where a jobber-length bit would flex or chatter. The right-hand cutting direction and regular spiral flute geometry evacuate chips efficiently during the cut. Machinists, tool-and-die technicians, and maintenance mechanics are the primary users.

Screw machine length drill bits are used in drill presses, CNC machining centers, turret lathes, and hand-held power tools where a short, rigid cutting tool is required. The reduced overall length minimizes deflection during deep-feed operations and tight-tolerance hole production. This bit is suited for production drilling in mild steel, aluminum, brass, and plastics. The 1-inch flute length accommodates typical hole depths encountered in screw machine and short-run machining work. General-purpose grade classification makes it appropriate for maintenance shops, production floors, and fabrication environments alike.

Key Features

• Wire size 26 diameter — 0.1470 inches decimal equivalent
• 118-degree standard point angle with web-thinned tip for reduced thrust force
• High-speed steel construction for durability across a range of workpiece materials
• Oxide coating provides mild lubricity and corrosion resistance during storage and use
• Screw machine (stub) length at 2-1/16 inches OAL reduces deflection in short-reach applications
• Right-hand cut, regular spiral flute with straight cylindrical shank for standard chuck compatibility

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose screw machine length drill bit compatible with standard three-jaw drill chucks and collet holders accepting a straight cylindrical shank at 0.1470 inches diameter.

Installation Notes

Secure the straight shank firmly in a keyed or keyless chuck before operation — verify there is no runout before beginning the cut. Always power down and lock out the machine before changing bits. Cutting fluid or light machine oil is recommended when drilling ferrous metals to extend tool life and improve hole finish. Inspect the cutting edges for wear or chipping before each use; a dull or chipped bit increases thrust force and can cause workpiece damage or bit breakage.