Value Collection 01568443 Taper Shank Drill Bit 29mm 3MT Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 01568443 is a taper shank drill bit engineered for general-purpose drilling in metal, wood, and other common materials. It features a 29 mm (1.1417 inches) diameter, a 3MT (Morse Taper No. 3) shank for secure seating in compatible drill press spindles and lathes, and a 118-degree standard point angle with web thinning to reduce thrust and improve centering. The high-speed steel construction with an oxide finish provides adequate hardness and surface protection for everyday production and maintenance drilling tasks. This bit is installed and operated by machinists, tool-and-die workers, and maintenance technicians.

This drill bit is suited for use in drill presses, milling machines, and lathes equipped with a 3MT spindle taper. The right-hand, regular-spiral flute configuration evacuates chips efficiently during through-hole and blind-hole drilling operations in ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Its general-purpose tool performance rating makes it appropriate for job shop, maintenance, and light production environments where a reliable, standard-geometry bit is required.

Key Features

• 29 mm (1.1417 inches) cutting diameter for common large-hole applications
• 3MT Morse Taper shank fits standard taper-socket spindles on drill presses and lathes
• 118-degree standard point angle with web thinning for reduced entry thrust and improved centering
• High-speed steel construction handles a broad range of workpiece materials
• Oxide finish provides baseline surface protection during storage and use
• Right-hand spiral flute promotes efficient chip evacuation on through-hole and blind-hole cuts

Compatibility

Designed for use in drill press spindles, lathe tailstocks, and milling machine quills equipped with a No. 3 Morse Taper (3MT) socket.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or qualified maintenance technician. Before inserting the bit, clean the taper shank and socket bore of chips, oil, and debris to ensure full metal-to-metal contact and prevent shank slippage. Drive the taper shank firmly into the socket using a drift or draw-bar as appropriate to the machine type, and verify the bit is seated before engaging the spindle. To remove, use the proper drift key in the machine's drift slot and apply a controlled strike — do not use the bit as a lever or pry bar.