Value Collection 01359074 Drill Bit Letter G Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01359074 is a Letter G screw machine length drill bit designed for general-purpose metal drilling in production and maintenance environments. Built from high-speed steel (HSS) with an oxide coating, this bit delivers solid wear resistance and heat tolerance during repeated use. It features a 118-degree standard point angle and a web-thinned, parallel-web configuration that reduces entry force and improves chip clearance. The straight cylindrical shank seats securely in standard drill chucks. With an overall length of 2.625 inches and a flute length of 1.4375 inches, this compact stub-length geometry provides added rigidity compared to jobber-length bits, making it well suited for close-tolerance drilling in tight spaces.

This drill bit is used in machine shops, fabrication facilities, and maintenance operations where stub-length rigidity is preferred over jobber-length reach. The Letter G size corresponds to 0.261 decimal inches, placing it in the 0.250 to 0.300 inch size range. It is commonly run in drill presses, CNC machining centers, lathes, and hand-held power drills for drilling ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Machinists, tool-and-die workers, pipefitters, and general maintenance technicians regularly use screw machine length bits when drilling through steel plate, bar stock, or structural members where deflection must be minimized. Sold individually, with a minimum order quantity of 12 units.

Key Features

• Letter G size — 0.261 decimal inches — spans the 0.250 to 0.300 inch range
• 118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose metal drilling
• High-speed steel construction with oxide coating for heat and wear resistance
• Web-thinned, parallel-web design reduces thrust and improves chip evacuation
• Screw machine (stub) length at 2.625 inches OAL increases rigidity and reduces deflection
• Right-hand cutting, 2-flute regular spiral flute, straight cylindrical shank

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose screw machine length drill bit compatible with standard drill chucks accepting straight cylindrical shanks in drill presses, CNC machining centers, lathes, and hand-held power drills.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by machinists, tool-and-die workers, or maintenance technicians using standard drill chuck equipment. Ensure the drill bit is fully seated and the chuck is tightened securely before operation. Use appropriate cutting fluid or coolant for ferrous materials to extend tool life, noting this bit does not support through-coolant. Inspect the cutting edges for wear or chipping before each use and replace the bit when edge geometry is degraded to avoid workpiece damage or bit failure.