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    About Drill Bits
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    Compare material, finish, length class, and decimal size equivalents.

    Quick-Change Hex High-Speed Steel Drill Bit Sets

    Save time when you need to change bits frequently. The grooved shank snaps directly into power screwdrivers, impact drivers, and other tools that accept a 1/4" hex shank. High-speed steel bits are good for general purpose drilling in most metals.
    Jobbers' LengthAbout Jobbers' Length
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Quick-Change Hex High-Speed Steel Drill Bit Sets.
    Image of Specification. Split. Front orientation. Contains Border. Split Point. For Metal.

    Split

    These bits have the balance of rigidity and length needed for most applications.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated—Drill at higher speeds and last longer than uncoated and oxide-coated bits, especially on tough materials like hardened steel and nickel.
    Shank
    Size
    No. of
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    Drill Bit Sizes Included
    System of
    Measurement
    Drill Bit Point
    Style
    Container
    Type
    Mfr.
    Each
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
    1/4"101 each of sizes 9/64", 5/32", 11/64", 3/16", 7/32", 1/4", 5/16", and 3/8",
    2 of size 1/8"    		InchSplit Point
    		Plastic CaseDeWalt29305A69000000
     

    Expanded-Shank Carbide Drill Bit Sets

    All of the bits in these sets have the same shank diameter, so you can quickly change sizes without swapping out the collet on your tool. Because of their small size, they are often used for drilling holes in circuit boards. Carbide bits are the the hardest and most wear resistant. They stay sharp at high temperatures and faster speeds for the best performance on hard and difficult-to-machine materials. Carbide can be brittle, however, so bits require a rigid machine tool holder to prevent breakage and should not be used in hand drilling applications.
    Jobbers' LengthAbout Jobbers' Length
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Expanded-Shank Carbide Drill Bit Sets, Jobbers' Length.
    These bits have the balance of rigidity and length needed for most applications.
    Uncoated—Excellent for a range of materials but won't last as long as coated bits.
    Shank
    Size
    No. of
    Pieces
    Drill Bit Sizes
    Included
    System of
    Measurement
    Drill Bit Point
    Style
    Container
    Type
    Mfr.
    Each
    Uncoated
    1/8"1080-71 gaWire GaugeFour-Facet Point
    		Plastic CaseM. A. Ford2841A1110000000
    1/8"1070-61 gaWire GaugeFour-Facet Point
    		Plastic CaseM. A. Ford2841A112000000
     

    Bit Sets

    Image of Product. Hex Shank. Front orientation. Screwdriver Bits. Bit Sets, For Hand Tools.
    Image of Product. Quick-Change Hex Shank. Front orientation. Screwdriver Bits. Bit Sets, For Power Tools.

    Hex Shank

    Quick-Change Hex Shank

    Have a range of bits ready to turn the most common screw styles and sizes.
    Hex Shank—Also known as insert bits, these snap into hand tools. If you want to use them with power tools, attach a bit adapter (not included).
    Quick-Change Hex Shank—Lock these bits directly into power tools. They won't wobble as much as bits paired with an adapter, so they are the best choice for high-precision tasks.
    Steel—Best for dry environments, since moisture will cause these bits to rust.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Components
    Included
    Bits Included
    Adapters Included
    Material
    Container
    Type
    Each
    For Hand Tools
     
    1/4" Hex Shank Size
    101 Adapter
    9 Bits    		Hex: 1/8", 5/32", 3/16" (1" O'all Lg.)
    Phillips: No. 1, No. 2, No. 3 (1" O'all Lg.)
    Slotted: 3/16", 7/32", 1/4" (1" O'all Lg.)    		2 3/8" Lg. Bit Adapter for Power ToolsSteel
    		Plastic Case8348A17000000
     
    For Power Tools
     
    1/4" Quick-Change Hex Shank Size
    1010 BitsPhillips: No. 1, No. 2, No. 3 (2" O'all Lg.)
    Slotted: 1/8", 3/16", 7/32", 1/4" (2" O'all Lg.)
    Square: No. 1, No. 2, No. 3 (2" O'all Lg.)    		—Steel
    		Plastic Caddy5965A1200000
     

    Tap and Drill Bit Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tap and Drill Bit Sets. Tap and Drill Bit Sets, Plastic Pouch.

    Plastic Pouch

    Drill and tap a variety of hole sizes. These taps and drill bits are for use on metal and plastic.
    Uncoated High-Speed Steel Tap—Uncoated high-speed steel taps have a longer tool life than carbon steel. They are strong enough for most jobs but don’t last as long as other high-speed steel taps. Use them for small-scale jobs.
    Plug Chamfer—Plug-chamfer taps are a versatile choice for most tapping applications. With 3-5 chamfered cutting threads, they require moderate torque and are often used for start-to-finish tapping of through holes and closed-end holes. However, they do not start threads as easily as taper chamfers. When using them to tap closed-end holes, be sure to leave sufficient space at the bottom for chips to accumulate.
    Black-Oxide High-Speed Steel Drill Bit—Black-oxide high-speed steel drill bits have a longer tool life than carbon steel. They cut with less friction than uncoated drill bits.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Chamfer
    Type
    Tap Sizes
    Included
    Overall Lg.
    Thread
    Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    Pitch Dia.
    Limit
    Drill Bit Sizes
    Included
    Drill Bit Material
    Container
    Type
    Mfr.
    Each
    Uncoated High-Speed Steel Tap
    10Plug1 each of sizes:
    1/4"-20
     5/16"-18
    3/8"-16
    7/16"-14
    1/2"-13    		2 1/2"
    2 23/32"
    2 15/16"
    3 5/32"
    3 3/8"    		UNC
    		4Not Rated27/64"
    5/16"
    7 ga.
    F
    U    		Black-Oxide High-Speed SteelPlastic PouchChicago-Latrobe26175A72000000
     

    Bit Sets For Impact Drivers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Screwdriver Bits. Bit Sets For Impact Drivers.
    Tougher than your average bits, the ones in these sets have a thin, flexible section on the shank that absorbs 30 times the impact force. They are heat treated for hardness and manufactured to tight tolerances, so they won't snap or slip under high stress.
    Hex Shank—Use a bit adapter (not included) to attach these bits to power tools.
    Wear-Resistant Diamond-Coated Steel—Diamond particles embedded in the tip bite into the screw head for a strong grip. Our most wear-resistant bits, these maintain their grip and shape, even when driving screws into tough materials.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Components
    Included
    Bits Included
    Adapters Included
    Material
    Container
    Type
    Each
    For Hand Tools
     
    1/4" Hex Shank Size
    101 Adapter
    9 Bits    		Phillips: No. 2 (1" O'all Lg.)—3 ea.
    Phillips: No. 3 (1" O'all Lg.)—1 ea.
    Torx: T25 (1" O'all Lg.)—3 ea.
    Torx: T30, T40 (1" O'all Lg.)—1 ea.    		1/4" Female Hex × 1/4" Male Hex for Power ToolsDiamond-Coated SteelPlastic Case2779N12000000
     

    Built-in-Pilot Counterbore Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Counterbores. Built-in-Pilot Counterbore Sets.
    Create flat, close-fitting recesses for a range of screw-head sizes. The pilot centers and stabilizes the counterbore for an accurate cut and even surface on the first try.
    High-Speed Steel—Durable and wear resistant, these counterbores make accurate cuts in most materials without chipping or cracking.
    For Screw Size
    Shank
    Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    No. of
    Pieces
    Mfr.
    Each
    Uncoated High-Speed Steel
    No. 4, No. 5, No. 6, No. 8, No. 10, 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", 1/2"
    		Round
    		410Alvord-Polk Tool2919A120000000
     

    Torx Plus Bit Sets

    Image of Product. Quick-Change Hex Shank. Front orientation. Screwdriver Bits. Torx Plus Bit Sets, For Power Tools.

    Quick-Change Hex

    Shank

    With larger lobes, the bits in these sets deliver more torque than Torx bits without slipping and stripping the drive. They have a similar profile to Torx but are not recommended for use with standard Torx screws.
    Quick-Change Hex Shank—Lock these bits directly into power tools. They won't wobble as much as bits paired with an adapter, so they are the best choice for high-precision tasks.
    Steel—Best for dry environments, since moisture will cause these bits to rust.
    No. of
    Pieces
    Components
    Included
    Bits Included
    Material
    Container
    Type
    Each
    For Power Tools
     
    1/4" Quick-Change Hex Shank Size
    1010 BitsTorx Plus: IP6, IP7, IP8, IP9, IP10, IP15, IP20, IP25, IP27, IP30 (2" O'all Lg.)Steel
    		Plastic Caddy3716A36000000
     

    Square Drive Size Adapter Sets

    Convert from one square drive size to another. The female side of the adapter attaches to your wrench; the male side to your socket.
    Square Drive Size Adapters and Flex Adapters
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Socket Adapters. Square Drive Size Adapter Sets, Flex Socket Adapter.
    Flex adapters pivot to access fasteners from an angle.
    No. of
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    Includes
    Material
    Each
    1/4", 3/8", 1/2" Female Square Drive
    10Manual-Drive Chrome-Plated Square Drive Size Adapter—1/4" Female × 3/8" Male
    Manual-Drive Chrome-Plated Square Drive Size Adapter—3/8" Female × 1/4" Male
    Manual-Drive Chrome-Plated Square Drive Size Adapter—3/8" Female × 1/2" Male
    Manual-Drive Chrome-Plated Square Drive Size Adapter—1/2" Female × 3/8" Male
    Manual-Drive Chrome-Plated Square Drive Size Adapter—1/2" Female × 3/4" Male
    Manual-Drive Chrome-Plated Flex Adapter—1/4" Female × 1/4" Male
    Manual-Drive Chrome-Plated Flex Adapter—3/8" Female × 3/8" Male
    Impact-Drive Black Flex Adapter—1/2" Female × 1/2" Male
    Impact-Drive Black Flex Adapter—1/4" Female × 1/4" Male
    Impact-Drive Black Flex Adapter—3/8" Female × 3/8" Male    		Black-Oxide Steel55805A450000000
     

    Oversized Counterbore Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Counterbores. Oversized Counterbore Sets.
    Designed to give screw heads a slightly loose fit, these counterbores are a bit wider than standard sizes. The extra clearance prevents binding and leaves room for a seal or O-ring around the screw head.
    High-Speed Steel—Durable and wear resistant, these counterbores make accurate cuts in most materials without chipping or cracking.
    For Screw Size
    Oversize
    Amount
    Shank
    Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    No. of
    Pieces
    Mfr.
    Each
    Uncoated High-Speed Steel
    No. 4, No. 5, No. 6, No. 8, No. 10, 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", 1/2"
    		1/64"Round
    		410Alvord-Polk Tool2919A140000000
    No. 4, No. 5, No. 6, No. 8, No. 10, 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 7/16", 1/2"
    		1/32"Round
    		410Alvord-Polk Tool2919A16000000
     

    Reamer Sets

    Keep a variety of reamer sizes on hand for finishing holes.
    Adjustable Size, Square Shank
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Reamers. Reamer Sets, Adjustable Size, Square Shank.
    Work on a wide range of hole diameters by keeping a set of adjustable reamers on hand. Each reamer can finish multiple hole sizes by moving the adjustable blades within the diameter range. Convenient for maintenance work, these don't require powered tools. They're often used to make precise size adjustments during installation of bearings and bushings.
    Move the blades by tightening and loosening the two nuts on the reamer. To measure size, adjust blades to a known size (such as a bushing or ring), or measure across two opposite blades with a micrometer. When the blades become worn, they can be reground or replaced.
    Turn these reamers by hand with an adjustable wrench or straight-handle tap wrench (sold separately).
    Angled Blade—These reamers are better than those with straight blades for finishing holes with breaks in the surface, such as a keyway.
    Tool Steel—Typically more economical but less durable than high-speed steel, these are for general purpose reaming.
    Sizes
    Included
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    Material
    Container
    Type
    For Use On
    Mfr.
    Each
    Angled Blade
     
    Inch
    7/16"-1 1/4"10Tool Steel
    		Wood CaseAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Fiberglass, Iron, Plastic, Steel, TitaniumChadwick & Trefethen2987A95000000000
     

    External-Grip Extractor Socket Sets

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Screw, Pipe, and Stud Extractors. External-Grip Extractor Socket Sets.
    Fit these square-drive sockets over a damaged fastener, tap in place with a hammer, and turn to extract the fastener without damaging the threads around it.
    No. of Extractors
    Included
    For OD
    Overall
    Lg.
    Bolt Clearance
    Type
    Flute
    Type
    Turns With
    Material
    Each
    For Right-Hand Threads
     
    1/2" Square Drive
    107/16", 1/2", 9/16", 5/8", 11/16", 3/4", 13/16", 7/8", 15/16", 1", 11 mm, 16 mm, 19 mm1 3/4"StandardSpiralSquare-Drive Tool, Impact WrenchSteel
    		6792A1020000000
     
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