Value Collection 01358530 Size 53 Screw Machine Drill Bit

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01358530 is a wire-gauge size 53 screw machine length drill bit manufactured from high-speed steel with an oxide finish. Screw machine length bits are shorter than jobber-length bits, providing greater rigidity and reduced deflection in close-tolerance drilling applications. The 118-degree standard point angle suits general-purpose work across a wide range of materials. The bit measures 1.625 inches in overall length with a 0.625-inch flute length, has a decimal diameter of 0.0595 inches, and features a straight cylindrical shank. Right-hand cutting direction and a regular spiral flute pattern move chips efficiently out of the bore.

This bit is suited for production drilling, machine shop operations, and light fabrication where short-length tooling reduces chatter and breakage on small-diameter holes. Typical applications include tapping pre-drill operations, sheet metal work, and fixture drilling where a standard jobber bit would flex or wander. General-purpose HSS construction makes it appropriate for mild steel, aluminum, brass, and most plastics encountered in day-to-day trade and shop work.

Key Features

• Wire gauge size 53, 0.0595-inch decimal diameter for precise small-bore drilling
• High-speed steel construction with oxide coating for corrosion resistance and lubricity
• 118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose material compatibility
• Screw machine length at 1.625 inches OAL provides rigidity and reduces deflection
• Right-hand, regular spiral flute design promotes efficient chip evacuation
• Straight cylindrical shank fits standard drill chucks without adapters

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose screw machine length drill bit compatible with standard drill chucks and machine spindles accepting straight cylindrical shanks in the 0.0595-inch diameter range.

Installation Notes

This bit is typically installed and operated by machinists, tool-and-die technicians, or trade professionals using drill presses, CNC machines, or handheld power drills with keyed or keyless chucks. Secure the shank fully in the chuck before operation and verify the workpiece is clamped to prevent movement. Use appropriate cutting fluid or coolant for steel applications to extend tool life, even though this bit does not feature through-coolant capability. Inspect the cutting edges and point before each use; small-diameter HSS bits are susceptible to chipping if subjected to side loading or excessive feed pressure.