Value Collection 01358423 Size 42 Screw Machine Drill Bit Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01358423 is a screw machine length drill bit designed for short-reach drilling applications where rigidity and accuracy matter. Built from high-speed steel (HSS) with an oxide finish, this bit handles general-purpose metal drilling in production and maintenance environments. It carries a wire gauge Size 42 designation, translating to a decimal diameter of 0.0935 inches. The 118-degree standard point angle suits a wide range of workpiece materials. Overall length is 1.75 inches, keeping deflection minimal in drill press, CNC turret, and hand-drill setups. Licensed machinists, tool-and-die techs, and maintenance mechanics are the typical end users.

This bit fits standard screw machine and production drilling tasks where stub-length tools outperform jobber-length bits in chatter control and hole straightness. The 0.75-inch flute length provides adequate chip clearance for shallow-to-moderate depth holes in ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The straight cylindrical shank seats directly in standard drill chucks without adapters. Its general-purpose grade makes it practical for maintenance shops, production floors, and field service kits that require small-diameter wire gauge bits on a regular basis.

Key Features

• Wire gauge Size 42 with 0.0935-inch decimal diameter for tight-tolerance hole sizing
• 118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose metal drilling
• High-speed steel construction with oxide coating for wear resistance
• Screw machine (stub) length at 1.75 inches OAL reduces deflection in short-reach applications
• Right-hand cutting, regular spiral flute with web-thinned parallel web for reduced thrust
• Straight cylindrical shank fits standard drill chucks without adapters

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose screw machine length drill bit suitable for use in drill presses, CNC turret machines, and hand drills accepting straight-shank tooling in the small-diameter wire gauge range.

Installation Notes

Secure the shank fully in the drill chuck and verify runout before engaging the workpiece. Clamp workpieces firmly to prevent walking on entry, particularly with small-diameter bits. Use cutting fluid appropriate to the workpiece material to extend tool life and improve hole finish. Inspect the cutting edges before each use and replace bits showing chipping or excessive wear to maintain hole tolerance.