Value Collection 01359223 Letter V Screw Machine Drill Bit Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01359223 is a screw machine length drill bit sized to Letter V (0.3770 inches decimal equivalent), designed for general-purpose drilling in metal, wood, and plastics. Built from high-speed steel (HSS) with an oxide coating, it provides improved lubricity and basic corrosion resistance during use. The 118-degree standard point angle suits a wide range of common materials, and the web-thinned tip reduces thrust requirements at entry. At 3.25 inches overall length, this stub-length geometry offers increased rigidity compared to jobber-length bits, making it a practical choice for drill press and hand drill work in tight or confined setups. Licensed trades and general machinists alike use this bit for production and maintenance drilling.

This bit fits standard drilling operations in residential and light commercial maintenance, fabrication shops, and production environments. The straight cylindrical shank seats directly into standard drill chucks without requiring a collet or adapter. With a 1.875-inch flute length and parallel web configuration, it clears chips efficiently in through-hole and blind-hole applications. It is suited for use on steel, aluminum, brass, and similar materials at appropriate feed and speed rates for HSS tooling.

Key Features

• Letter V size — 0.3770 inch decimal equivalent for precise sizing
• 118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose drilling across common materials
• High-speed steel construction with oxide coating for improved lubricity and surface protection
• Web-thinned tip reduces entry thrust and minimizes walking on flat surfaces
• Screw machine (stub) length adds rigidity and reduces deflection versus jobber-length bits
• Right-hand cutting, regular spiral flute with straight cylindrical shank for universal chuck compatibility

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose screw machine length drill bit for use in standard drill presses, hand drills, and CNC drilling setups accepting straight cylindrical shanks. Suitable for drilling steel, aluminum, brass, and similar materials within the 0.3500 to 0.4000 inch drill bit size range.

Installation Notes

Secure the straight shank firmly in the drill chuck before operation and verify there is no runout before engaging the workpiece. Power down and de-energize any machine tool before changing bits. Use appropriate cutting fluid or lubricant when drilling ferrous metals to extend tool life and maintain dimensional accuracy. Follow applicable shop safety standards and machine manufacturer guidelines for feed rate and spindle speed when using HSS tooling.