Value Collection BS27N0017 No. 17 Hss Jobber Drill Bit

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION BS27N0017 is a high speed steel (HSS) jobber-length drill bit sized to wire gauge No. 17, equal to 0.1730 inches in diameter. It features a 130-degree point angle with a standard point and web-thinned, tapered web geometry for improved chisel-edge cutting and easier entry into the workpiece. The slow spiral flute design promotes chip control in softer materials. At 3.375 inches overall length with a 2.1875-inch flute length, it fits standard drill chucks via a straight cylindrical shank. This bit is suited for general-purpose drilling applications in production and maintenance environments.

The BS27N0017 is rated for use on aluminum and non-ferrous materials, where the slow spiral flute helps evacuate chips without work-hardening the cut. It is a right-hand cutting bit with no coolant-through capability and a bright, uncoated finish. Machinists, maintenance technicians, and fabricators working with sheet metal, aluminum plate, brass, copper, or plastic will find this bit appropriate for benchtop drill presses, hand drills, and CNC drilling operations requiring a wire-gauge No. 17 hole.

Key Features

• Wire gauge No. 17 diameter: 0.1730 inches
• 130-degree point angle with standard point geometry for clean entry
• Web-thinned, tapered web reduces thrust and improves penetration
• Slow spiral flute optimized for chip evacuation in aluminum and non-ferrous materials
• High speed steel construction for general-purpose durability
• Bright, uncoated finish; right-hand cutting direction
• ANSI specification designation

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or stock jobber drill bit for applications requiring a wire-gauge No. 17 (0.1730-inch) straight-shank drill bit in any standard drill chuck or collet accepting that shank diameter.

Installation Notes

Install into a compatible drill chuck or collet and tighten securely before operation. Ensure the workpiece is clamped or fixtured to prevent movement during drilling. Use appropriate cutting fluid or lubrication when drilling metals to extend tool life, even though coolant-through is not supported on this bit. Inspect the cutting edges before use and replace the bit if chipping or excessive wear is observed.