Value Collection 01400274 Taper Length Drill Bit 27/64

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01400274 is a taper length drill bit designed for general-purpose drilling in metal, wood, and similar materials. Sized at 27/64 inch (0.4219 inches) in diameter, it features a 118-degree standard point angle and is manufactured from high-speed steel (HSS) with a black oxide finish. The black oxide coating reduces friction and provides moderate corrosion resistance during use. With a flute length of 4.625 inches and an overall length of 7.25 inches, this bit reaches deeper than standard jobber-length drills, making it well suited for through-hole work in thicker stock. It is a right-hand cut bit with a regular spiral flute and a straight cylindrical shank.

This taper length drill bit is intended for use in machine shops, maintenance facilities, and fabrication environments where deeper hole reach is required without switching to an extended-length bit. The straight cylindrical shank fits standard drill chucks on drill presses, milling machines, and hand drills. The web-thinned, tapered web configuration reduces thrust and improves chip evacuation, which is useful when drilling into steel plate or structural members. Licensed machinists, millwrights, and maintenance technicians are the typical users of this style of bit.

Key Features

• 27/64 inch (0.4219 inches) diameter for precise hole sizing
• 118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose drilling
• HSS construction provides heat and wear resistance
• Black oxide finish reduces friction and provides light corrosion protection
• Taper length body at 7.25 inches overall for deeper reach than standard jobber bits
• Web-thinned tapered web reduces drilling thrust and improves chip clearance
• Right-hand cut with regular spiral flute and straight cylindrical shank

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or supplemental taper length drill bit compatible with standard drill chucks accepting a straight cylindrical shank.

Installation Notes

Install the shank fully and securely into the drill chuck before operation. Ensure the drill press or machine spindle is powered down and locked out before changing bits. Use appropriate cutting fluid when drilling ferrous metals to extend bit life and reduce heat buildup. Dispose of worn or chipped bits properly and do not attempt to resharpen without proper grinding equipment.