Value Collection 01358449 Screw Machine Drill Bit Size 44

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01358449 is a screw machine length drill bit designed for short-reach, high-precision drilling in tight spaces and production environments. Built from high-speed steel (HSS) with an oxide coating for reduced friction and improved chip evacuation, this bit features a 118-degree standard point angle and a web-thinned, parallel-web construction that promotes clean entry and reduces walking on flat or curved surfaces. At 1.75 inches overall length with a 0.75-inch flute length, it is sized for stub-length applications where rigidity matters. The straight cylindrical shank seats securely in standard drill chucks. Right-hand cutting direction with a regular spiral flute pattern. Decimal inch diameter is 0.0860 inches, corresponding to wire gauge size 44.

This bit is suited for general-purpose drilling in metal, plastic, and similar materials where a short, rigid tool is preferred over jobber-length bits. Typical applications include production drilling, CNC turret operations, and bench drill press work where consistent hole quality at small diameters is required. The screw machine length format minimizes deflection at this diameter, making it a practical choice for repetitive operations on light-gauge sheet metal, electrical enclosures, and similar components common in trade fabrication and assembly work.

Key Features

• Wire gauge size 44, 0.0860-inch decimal diameter for precise small-hole drilling
• High-speed steel construction provides durability across a range of workpiece materials
• Oxide coating reduces friction and helps extend tool life in production use
• 118-degree standard point angle with web-thinned geometry for clean entry and reduced thrust
• Screw machine (stub) length at 1.75 inches OAL delivers maximum rigidity at small diameters
• Regular spiral, 2-flute design promotes efficient chip evacuation

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose screw machine length drill bit for use in standard drill chucks and CNC turret holders accepting a straight cylindrical shank at this decimal diameter range (0.0000 to 0.1000 inches).

Installation Notes

Install and remove drill bits only when the spindle is fully stopped and power is isolated from the drill press or CNC machine. Secure the straight shank firmly in the chuck or collet before operation to prevent runout at this small diameter. Use cutting fluid or appropriate lubricant when drilling metals to extend tool life and maintain hole quality. Inspect the cutting edges before each use — HSS bits at this diameter are susceptible to chipping if used on hardened materials or run at excessive feed rates.