Value Collection 01408368 Taper Length Drill Bit Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01408368 is a taper length drill bit designed for general-purpose drilling in metal, wood, and similar materials. Manufactured from high-speed steel (HSS) with a black oxide finish, this bit resists heat buildup and reduces friction during cutting. It features a 118-degree standard point angle and a right-hand spiral flute configuration for efficient chip evacuation. The straight-cylindrical shank seats securely in standard drill chucks. At 4.625 inches overall length with a 2.5-inch flute length, this taper length format provides greater reach than a jobber bit without sacrificing rigidity. Machinists, fabricators, and maintenance technicians use this drill bit in both bench-top drill presses and hand-held drilling operations.

This drill bit suits a wide range of production and maintenance drilling applications where a longer reach than a standard jobber-length bit is needed. The 0.1065-inch diameter corresponds to wire gauge size number 36, making it a common choice for tapping preparation, instrument work, light fabrication, and precision hole work in ferrous and non-ferrous metals. The web-thinned, tapered web configuration reduces the thrust required to start and advance the bit, improving performance in hand-drill operations and lighter-duty drill presses.

Key Features

• HSS construction handles heat generated in metal drilling without premature wear
• Black oxide coating reduces friction and provides mild corrosion resistance during storage and use
• 118-degree standard point angle suits general-purpose drilling across a broad range of materials
• Web-thinned tapered web reduces feed pressure and improves centering
• Right-hand spiral flute clears chips efficiently during through-hole and blind-hole drilling
• Straight-cylindrical shank fits standard three-jaw drill chucks without adapters

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose taper length drill bit fitting any standard drill chuck that accepts a straight-cylindrical shank at 0.1065 inches in diameter.

Installation Notes

This drill bit is installed and removed by a licensed machinist, toolroom technician, or qualified maintenance professional using a standard keyed or keyless drill chuck. Secure the shank fully in the chuck before operation and verify the bit runs true before engaging the workpiece. Disconnect or de-energize the drill press or power tool before changing bits. Do not exceed the rated speed range for the material being drilled, and use appropriate cutting fluid when drilling ferrous metals to extend bit life.