Value Collection 01400233 Taper Length Drill 23/64 Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01400233 is a taper length twist drill bit designed for general-purpose metal drilling in professional and industrial environments. Built from high-speed steel (HSS) with a black oxide finish, it provides improved lubricity and basic corrosion resistance during cutting operations. The bit measures 0.3594 inches (23/64 inch) in diameter with a standard 118-degree point angle and a right-hand spiral flute. The web-thinned, tapered web construction reduces thrust requirements at the point, making it easier to start holes without a center punch in many applications. Machinists, maintenance technicians, and fabricators are the primary users of this style of drill.

This drill bit is suited for through-hole and blind-hole drilling in mild steel, aluminum, brass, cast iron, and similar materials. The taper length body gives extra flute length compared to a jobber-length bit, allowing it to reach deeper holes without an extension. The straight cylindrical shank fits standard drill chucks on drill presses, hand drills, and CNC machines without adapters. It is a practical choice for production shops and maintenance departments that drill regularly in a range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

Key Features

• HSS construction with black oxide finish for improved wear and lubricity
• 118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose drilling across common materials
• Web-thinned tapered web reduces cutting thrust and improves hole-starting accuracy
• Right-hand regular spiral flute efficiently evacuates chips during drilling
• 4.25-inch flute length and 6.75-inch overall length for deeper reach than jobber-length bits
• Straight cylindrical shank compatible with standard drill chucks

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose taper length drill bit compatible with standard drill chucks accepting straight cylindrical shanks; fits drill presses, hand drills, and CNC spindles configured for the 0.3594-inch diameter range.

Installation Notes

Install and remove drill bits only with the drill or press fully powered down and the chuck key removed from the work area before startup. Secure the workpiece firmly before drilling to prevent rotation or movement. Machinists and maintenance technicians should apply appropriate cutting fluid when drilling ferrous metals to extend bit life and improve hole quality. Inspect the cutting edges and point for wear or chipping before each use and replace the bit if the point is damaged.