Value Collection 9/32X3/32 Counterbore Pilot Carbon Steel

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 9/32X3/32 is a counterbore pilot used to guide counterbore cutters during precision drilling and boring operations. It features a 9/32 inch head diameter and a 3/32 inch shank diameter, machined from carbon steel with a bright uncoated finish. Counterbore pilots center the cutter over a pre-drilled hole to produce a flat-bottomed recess that seats fastener heads flush or below the workpiece surface. This tool is appropriate for use in machine shops, fabrication facilities, and maintenance environments where accurate fastener seating is required.

Counterbore pilots are used in metal fabrication, mechanical assembly, and maintenance repair operations where socket head cap screws or similar fasteners must sit recessed below a surface. This pilot fits into a corresponding counterbore cutter body and is selected to match the shank diameter of the fastener being seated. Typical applications include steel plate assembly, fixture building, and precision component work across industrial and commercial settings.

Key Features

• 9/32 inch head diameter for accurate cutter alignment
• 3/32 inch shank diameter matches standard pilot bore sizing
• Carbon steel construction provides rigidity for general-purpose boring operations
• Bright uncoated finish for direct use without additional surface treatment
• Compact pilot profile supports clean, flat-bottomed counterbore results

Compatibility

Designed as a replacement or spare counterbore pilot for use with standard counterbore cutter sets requiring a 3/32 inch shank and 9/32 inch head diameter pilot.

Installation Notes

Counterbore pilots are installed by machinists or maintenance technicians into compatible counterbore cutter bodies. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the workpiece is securely clamped before inserting or removing the pilot. Verify pilot and cutter body dimensions match before use to prevent misalignment or damage to the workpiece. Follow applicable shop safety practices and manufacturer guidelines for cutting speeds and feed rates.