Value Collection BS38N0071 Taper Length Drill Bit Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION BS38N0071 is a taper length twist drill bit ground from high-speed steel (HSS) with a black oxide finish. It carries a wire gauge size of 71, equivalent to 0.0260 inches in diameter. The 118-degree standard point angle suits general-purpose drilling in ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastics, and wood. The spiral flute geometry is right-hand cut with a regular spiral, and the web is thinned and tapered to reduce thrust and improve chip evacuation on small-diameter work. Machinists, toolroom technicians, and maintenance mechanics use this bit in drill presses, CNC machining centers, and hand-held power drills for precision small-hole applications.

This bit is suited to production and job-shop environments where consistent small-bore hole quality is required. Its straight-cylindrical shank fits standard drill chucks and collet holders without adaptation. The taper length body, longer than a jobber-length bit, provides added reach for applications where clearance depth is a factor. At 0.0260 inches diameter and 2 inches overall length, it is well matched to light-gauge sheet metal fabrication, electronics enclosure work, printed circuit board fixturing, and instrument component drilling.

Key Features

• Wire size 71 (0.0260 inches diameter) for tight-tolerance small-hole drilling
• 118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose use across a broad range of materials
• HSS construction provides hardness and wear resistance for repeated use in metalworking applications
• Black oxide finish reduces friction and provides mild corrosion resistance during storage and use
• Web-thinned, tapered-web design lowers cutting thrust on small-diameter holes
• Straight-cylindrical shank is compatible with standard drill chucks and collet systems

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose taper length drill bit suitable for standard drill chucks and collet holders that accept straight-cylindrical shanks at 0.0260 inches diameter.

Installation Notes

Installation and use of this bit should be performed by qualified machinists or maintenance technicians familiar with small-diameter drill bit handling. Secure the shank fully in the chuck or collet before operation, and verify spindle speed is appropriate for the workpiece material and bit diameter — small-diameter HSS bits are sensitive to excessive feed rates and lateral loading. Inspect the cutting edges before each use; do not use a chipped or visibly worn bit. Always wear appropriate eye protection when drilling.