Value Collection 525003 Half-round Drill Bit 3/64 in Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 525003 is a half-round drill bit ground from high-speed steel (HSS) and finished with a bright, uncoated surface. It measures 3/64 inch (0.0469 inches) in diameter with a 118-degree drill point angle, a 3/4-inch flute length, and an overall length (OAL) of 1-3/4 inches. The straight flute geometry and half-round cross-section make this bit well suited for deep hole drilling in softer metals where chip evacuation and hole accuracy matter. Machinists and toolroom technicians are the primary users. Right-hand cutting direction is standard.

This drill bit is designed for metalworking applications, with brass listed as the primary workpiece material. It is well matched to precision hole-making operations on the drill press or in a hand-held drill for light production and repair work. The small diameter and short flute length position it for tight-tolerance work where a standard twist drill may not provide the necessary wall support or entry accuracy. The bright finish keeps costs low for high-consumption shop environments where bits are treated as consumables.

Key Features

• 3/64 inch (0.0469 inches) diameter for small-diameter precision hole-making
• 118-degree drill point angle - standard geometry for general metalworking entry
• High-speed steel construction provides hardness and wear resistance for metal cutting
• Straight flute design supports chip flow in deep hole drilling applications
• Bright, uncoated finish - no coating to flake or interfere with close-tolerance fits
• Right-hand cutting direction compatible with standard drill presses and hand drills

Compatibility

Designed for deep hole drilling in brass and similar soft to medium metalworking materials. Fits any standard drill chuck accepting a 3/64-inch shank.

Installation Notes

Install and removal should be performed with the drill press or driver fully powered down and the chuck key removed. Use a proper drill chuck sized for small-diameter bits to avoid runout, which can snap bits at this diameter. Follow applicable shop safety practices and eye protection requirements when drilling metal. Do not exceed the rated material hardness for HSS tooling - carbide tooling is required for hardened steels.