Value Collection BS38N0077 Taper Length Drill Bit

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION BS38N0077 is a taper length drill bit designed for precise, small-diameter drilling in metal, plastic, and similar materials. Sized at 0.0180 inches (Wire Size 77), it features a 118-degree standard point angle and is manufactured from high-speed steel (HSS) with a black oxide finish that reduces friction and provides basic corrosion resistance. The straight-cylindrical shank seats securely in standard drill chucks. A web-thinned, tapered web design reduces the thrust needed to start and advance the cut, making it well suited to light-duty, tight-tolerance work on the bench or in the field.

This drill bit is intended for general-purpose drilling applications where small wire-gauge holes are required. Typical uses include pilot holes, instrument panel layouts, electronics fabrication, and small-bore work in sheet metal or light alloys. The taper length body provides a slightly longer flute than a jobber-length bit, giving added reach in confined or deeper-hole applications. It is used by machinists, electricians, HVAC technicians, and other trade professionals who routinely work with small-diameter fasteners or fittings.

Key Features

• Wire Size 77 (0.0180 inches diameter) for small, precise hole diameters
• 118-degree standard point angle for general-purpose drilling
• HSS construction provides hardness and heat resistance for metal drilling
• Black oxide finish reduces friction and offers basic rust resistance
• Web-thinned tapered web lowers thrust and improves chip clearance
• Right-hand spiral flute with straight-cylindrical shank fits standard chucks

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose taper length drill bit compatible with standard drill chucks and presses that accept straight-cylindrical shanks at this diameter range.

Installation Notes

Install in a drill press, hand drill, or pin vise with a properly sized chuck before use. Secure the workpiece firmly to prevent movement during drilling. At this small diameter, use low-to-moderate feed pressure to avoid bit deflection or breakage. Follow applicable shop safety practices including eye protection when drilling metal or hard plastics.