Value Collection 01408418 Taper Length Drill Bit Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01408418 is a taper length drill bit designed for precision drilling in metal, wood, and general-purpose shop applications. Built from high-speed steel (HSS) with a black oxide finish, this bit measures 0.0960 inches in diameter and features a 118-degree standard point angle with web thinning for easier center starting and reduced thrust. At 4.625 inches overall length with a 2.5-inch flute length, it offers greater reach than jobber-length drills without sacrificing rigidity. The straight-cylindrical shank seats securely in standard drill chucks. Machinists, maintenance techs, and metalworkers use this bit for drilling smaller-diameter holes where reach beyond standard jobber length is required.

This taper length drill bit is suited for general-purpose drilling in production and maintenance environments. The 0.0960-inch diameter corresponds to wire gauge size 41, commonly called out in tap-drill charts for small threaded fastener applications. The right-hand spiral flute with regular spiral geometry evacuates chips efficiently in through-hole and blind-hole drilling. The black oxide finish provides mild corrosion resistance and reduces friction at the cutting edge during operation. This bit is sold individually and is appropriate for use in bench drill presses, CNC machines, or hand-held drill applications where chuck capacity allows.

Key Features

• HSS construction provides hardness and heat resistance for drilling steel, aluminum, and similar materials
• Black oxide finish reduces friction and offers light corrosion resistance
• 118-degree standard point angle with web thinning reduces thrust and improves centering
• Taper length body extends reach to 4.625 inches overall, longer than standard jobber bits
• Right-hand spiral flute with tapered web configuration for efficient chip evacuation
• Straight-cylindrical shank fits standard drill chucks without adapters

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose taper length drill bit for use in standard drill chucks accepting straight-cylindrical shanks. Wire gauge size 41 diameter is commonly referenced in tap-drill tables for small-fastener thread preparation.

Installation Notes

This bit is installed by machinists and maintenance technicians in drill press or machine tool applications. Secure the straight-cylindrical shank fully in the drill chuck before operation and verify chuck key is removed prior to starting the spindle. Use cutting fluid appropriate for the workpiece material to extend tool life when drilling ferrous metals. Inspect the cutting edges for wear or chipping before each use, as small-diameter HSS bits are subject to breakage if run at incorrect speeds or with excessive feed pressure.