Value Collection 15468 Solid Carbide Spotting Drill 3/8 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 15468 is a solid carbide spotting drill designed to create precise starter holes and center points before drilling operations. Built with a 90-degree drill point angle, this tool establishes accurate hole locations and reduces walking when transitioning to full-size twist drills or other cutting tools. The 3/8-inch cutting diameter and matching straight-cylindrical shank diameter make it compatible with standard drill chucks and collet systems. With a bright, uncoated finish and general-purpose tool performance rating, this spotting drill suits a wide range of workpiece materials in typical shop and field machining environments. It is installed and operated by machinists, tool-and-die workers, and precision fabricators.

This spotting drill is intended for use in general-purpose spotting and centering applications on CNC machining centers, manual mills, and drill presses. The 2-flute spiral configuration with right-hand cut clears chips efficiently during shallow spotting passes. The 1-1/4-inch flute length accommodates the depth required for a clean, well-defined cone seat. The 3-inch overall length provides sufficient reach for most standard fixture setups without excessive overhang. This tool fits production, job-shop, and maintenance environments where repeatable hole placement is required.

Key Features

• 90-degree drill point angle for accurate spotting and countersink seat generation
• Solid carbide construction for rigidity and wear resistance in demanding machining cycles
• 2-flute spiral design with right-hand cut for efficient chip evacuation during spotting passes
• Bright/uncoated finish suitable for general-purpose materials including steel, aluminum, and plastics
• Straight-cylindrical shank fits standard drill chucks and ER collets without modification
• Single-ended tool; 3-inch OAL with 1-1/4-inch flute length for controlled engagement depth

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or addition for spotting drill applications requiring a 3/8-inch diameter, 90-degree point, straight-shank solid carbide tool in Series 1545 configurations.

Installation Notes

Install this spotting drill in a properly sized collet or drill chuck, ensuring the shank is fully seated and securely clamped before operation. Power down and lock out the spindle before changing tooling, per standard machine safety practice. Use the minimum spindle speed and feed rate appropriate for the workpiece material when running initial spotting passes. Solid carbide tooling is brittle — avoid side-loading, interrupted cuts beyond the tool design intent, or dropping the tool on hard surfaces.