Value Collection 01396704 Taper Length Hss Drill Bit

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01396704 is a taper length twist drill bit designed for general-purpose metal drilling in professional and industrial settings. It measures 0.5709 inches (14.50 mm) in diameter and features a 118-degree standard point angle suited for drilling into a wide range of common metals and alloys. The bit is manufactured from high-speed steel (HSS) with a black oxide finish that reduces friction and provides moderate corrosion resistance during use. Web thinning reduces the thrust needed to start and drive the drill, improving efficiency on production and maintenance jobs. Machinists, maintenance technicians, and fabrication shops are the typical end users for this style of bit.

This taper length drill is appropriate for applications where a longer flute length is needed compared to a jobber-length bit, allowing deeper hole depths without a drill extension. The taper length body provides added rigidity over longer reaches, making it well suited for drilling through thicker stock or into deep-set features on fixtures, frames, or structural components. The straight-cylindrical shank fits standard three-jaw drill chucks on drill presses, milling machines, and hand-held power drills.

Key Features

• 0.5709 inch (14.50 mm) diameter for precise sizing in general fabrication work
• 118-degree standard point angle for use on a broad range of metals
• HSS construction provides toughness and resistance to heat generated during cutting
• Black oxide finish reduces friction and offers light corrosion protection
• Web-thinned, tapered web design lowers drilling thrust requirements
• Right-hand spiral flute with regular helix evacuates chips efficiently

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose taper length drill bit compatible with standard three-jaw drill chucks accepting straight-cylindrical shanks on drill presses, milling machines, and portable power drills.

Installation Notes

Installation and use should be performed by machinists or qualified maintenance technicians familiar with metal-cutting operations. Secure the workpiece firmly before drilling and confirm the chuck is fully tightened on the straight shank before starting the spindle. Use appropriate cutting fluid or coolant when drilling harder metals to extend bit life and maintain cutting performance. Inspect the cutting edges before each use and replace the bit if the point is chipped or the flutes are damaged.