Value Collection BS27N0018 No. 18 Hss Jobber Drill Bit

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION BS27N0018 is a No. 18 wire-size jobber-length drill bit made from high speed steel (HSS) with a bright, uncoated finish. It produces a 0.1695-inch diameter hole and features a 130-degree split point with web thinning to reduce walking on entry and lower thrust requirements. The slow spiral flute geometry is optimized for chip evacuation in softer, gummy materials. At 3.25 inches overall length with a 2.125-inch flute, this is a standard jobber form factor suited for general-purpose drilling in production and maintenance environments. Machinists, tool and die workers, and maintenance technicians are the typical users.

This drill bit is designed for use in aluminum and non-ferrous materials where slow spiral geometry helps prevent chip packing and oversized holes. It fits standard drill chucks and CNC machine spindles that accept a straight cylindrical shank of 0.1695 inches. The right-hand cutting direction makes it compatible with conventional drill presses, hand drills, and machining centers running standard forward rotation. It is appropriate for light production runs and general shop maintenance work.

Key Features

• No. 18 wire size, 0.1695-inch diameter for precise fractional-equivalent hole sizing
• 130-degree point angle with web thinning reduces thrust and minimizes walking on entry
• Slow spiral flute geometry optimized for aluminum and non-ferrous chip evacuation
• High speed steel construction provides adequate hardness for general-purpose metal drilling
• Bright uncoated finish for visual wear inspection during service
• Straight cylindrical shank fits standard drill chucks without adapters

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or stock drill bit for any standard drill chuck or collet system accepting a 0.1695-inch straight shank, conforming to ANSI specifications for jobber-length drill bits in the 0.1500 to 0.2000 inch size range.

Installation Notes

Secure the shank fully in the drill chuck and tighten with a chuck key before operation. Ensure the drill press or hand drill is set to an appropriate speed for the workpiece material before starting the cut. Wear eye protection and secure the workpiece to prevent rotation. Coolant-through is not supported on this bit; apply cutting fluid externally when drilling at sustained feed rates in harder non-ferrous alloys.