Value Collection 15453 Spotting Drill 3/16 in Solid Carbide

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 15453 is a solid carbide spotting drill designed to create precise starter holes for follow-on drilling operations. The 90-degree point angle establishes accurate hole location and reduces walking when transitioning to twist drills or other cutting tools. With a cutting diameter of 0.1875 inches (3/16 inches) and an overall length of 2.5 inches, this single-ended tool suits light-duty precision work on ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The bright, uncoated finish is suitable for general-purpose applications where specialized coatings are not required. A licensed machinist or tooling technician typically installs and uses this tool in CNC machining centers, drill presses, or manual mills.

This spotting drill is intended for general-purpose spotting and center-marking operations in production and job-shop environments. The spiral flute geometry and right-hand cutting direction make it compatible with standard right-hand spindle setups. The straight cylindrical shank fits directly into standard drill chucks and collet holders sized for 3/16-inch shanks. It is suited for use on steel, aluminum, cast iron, and similar workpiece materials where a clean, accurate spot is required before full-depth drilling.

Key Features

• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance in general-purpose spotting applications
• 90-degree point angle for accurate hole location and reduced drill walking
• 0.1875-inch (3/16-inch) cutting diameter with matching straight cylindrical shank
• 0.75-inch flute length provides adequate chip clearance for shallow spotting operations
• Two spiral flutes with right-hand cutting direction for standard spindle compatibility
• Bright, uncoated finish for versatile use across common workpiece materials

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose spotting drill for use with standard drill chucks and collet holders accepting a 3/16-inch straight cylindrical shank on CNC machining centers, drill presses, and manual milling machines.

Installation Notes

This tool is installed by a machinist or tooling technician. Ensure the spindle is fully stopped and machine power is off or in a safe state before changing tooling. Secure the straight shank firmly in a properly sized collet or drill chuck to the torque specified by the toolholder manufacturer. Verify runout before beginning production cuts to maintain spotting accuracy.