Value Collection 144429600018000 Chucking Reamer 18 Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 144429600018000 is a straight-flute chucking reamer ground to a wire gauge size 18 diameter of 0.1695 inches. Manufactured from high-speed steel (HSS) with a bright, uncoated finish, it delivers consistent bore sizing in metal workpieces where close-tolerance holes are required. The straight-cylindrical shank seats securely in a drill chuck or collet, and the right-hand cutting direction suits standard spindle rotation. With an overall length of 4.5 inches and a flute length of 1.125 inches, this reamer is sized for light stock removal and finish reaming on small-diameter bores in production and maintenance environments.

This chucking reamer is suited for machine shop, tool room, and maintenance applications where wire-gauge holes must be reamed to a precise finish diameter. It is used in drill presses, lathes, CNC machining centers, and manual milling machines. Typical applications include bearing bores, pin holes, and dowel clearance holes in ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The compact flute length makes it well suited for shallow-hole reaming tasks in tight workpiece geometries.

Key Features

• Wire size 18 diameter: 0.1695 inches for precise bore sizing in the 0.1500 to 0.1999 inch range
• High-speed steel (HSS) construction for durability across a range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials
• Straight-cylindrical shank compatible with standard drill chucks and collets
• Right-hand cut with straight flutes for smooth, consistent finish in through and blind holes
• Bright, uncoated finish suitable for use with cutting fluids appropriate to the workpiece material
• Compact 4.5-inch overall length for use in space-constrained setups

Compatibility

Designed as a standard chucking reamer for use in any machine tool spindle that accepts a straight-cylindrical shank, including drill presses, lathes, and machining centers operating with appropriate chuck or collet tooling for the shank diameter.

Installation Notes

Chucking reamers are installed and operated by machinists and tool room professionals. Before mounting, ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the chuck or collet is clean and free of debris. Secure the straight-cylindrical shank firmly to prevent runout, which degrades hole finish and accelerates tool wear. Always apply an appropriate cutting fluid for the workpiece material, and feed at a reduced rate compared to drilling to achieve the intended finish diameter.