Value Collection 01408426 Taper Length Drill Bit Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01408426 is a taper length drill bit designed for general-purpose drilling in metal, wood, and plastics. Built from high-speed steel (HSS) with a black oxide finish, this bit offers improved lubricity and basic corrosion resistance during drilling operations. The standard 118-degree point angle suits a wide range of common materials, while the web-thinned, tapered web configuration reduces thrust force at the tip. At 4.25 inches overall length with a 2.25-inch spiral flute, it provides greater reach than a jobber-length bit without sacrificing rigidity. The straight-cylindrical shank fits standard three-jaw drill chucks. This bit is sold individually and ordered in multiples of 12.

This drill bit is suited for general fabrication, maintenance, and production drilling tasks where a longer flute length is needed to clear chips from deeper holes. Wire size 42 (0.0935 inches) makes it appropriate for tap drilling, close-tolerance hole making, and light metalworking applications. It is commonly used by machinists, maintenance technicians, and metalworking tradespeople working with drill presses, hand drills, or milling machines where a right-hand spiral flute is required.

Key Features

• HSS construction provides durability across a range of general-purpose drilling applications
• Black oxide finish reduces friction and offers mild corrosion resistance
• 118-degree standard point angle suits common metals, wood, and plastics
• Web-thinned tapered web reduces cutting resistance and entry thrust
• Taper length body (4.25 inches overall) reaches deeper than standard jobber bits
• Right-hand spiral flute promotes efficient chip evacuation during drilling

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose taper length drill bit compatible with any standard three-jaw drill chuck or collet system accepting a straight-cylindrical shank in the 0.0935-inch diameter range.

Installation Notes

This bit is installed by machinists or maintenance technicians in drill presses, hand drills, or milling setups. Secure the straight-cylindrical shank firmly in the chuck before operation and confirm the workpiece is properly clamped. Use appropriate cutting fluid for metal drilling to extend bit life and improve hole finish. Inspect the cutting edges for wear or chipping before each use and replace the bit if tip geometry is compromised.