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    About Counterbores
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    Create flat-bottomed holes, so your screw heads sit flush, recessed, or slightly raised.

    Changeable-Pilot Counterbores

    Image of ProductInUse. Shown with Pilot (Sold Separately). Front orientation. Counterbores. Changeable-Pilot Counterbores.

    Shown with Pilot (Sold Separately)

    A popular choice when counterboring for nonstandard screw sizes, this tool creates counterbored holes for screws of various thread diameters. Attach a pilot (sold separately) that matches the diameter of your pilot hole. The pilot centers the counterbore and prevents wobbling to create an accurate recess for the screw head on the first try.
    Carbide-Tipped Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Counterbores. Changeable-Pilot Counterbores, Round Shank.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Counterbores. Changeable-Pilot Counterbores, Reduced-Round Shank.

    Round Shank

    Reduced-Round Shank

    The hardest and most wear-resistant counterbores we offer. These bits stay sharper at higher temperatures and faster speeds for the best performance on hard and abrasive materials.
    Shank
    Uncoated
    Body
    Dia.
    Overall
    Lg.
    For Pilot
    Shank Dia.
    Dia.
    Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    Mfr.
    Each
    1/4"2 3/8"3/32"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A21000000
    1/4"3 13/16"3/32"15/64"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A81000000
    9/32"2 3/8"3/32"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A2200000
    9/32"3 13/16"3/32"17/64"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A421000000
    5/16"2 3/8"3/32"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A2300000
    5/16"3 13/16"3/32"19/64"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A591000000
    11/32"2 3/8"3/32"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A2400000
    11/32"3 13/16"3/32"5/16"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A311000000
    3/8"2 3/8"3/32"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A2500000
    3/8"4 1/16"5/32"5/16"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A83000000
    13/32"2 3/4"1/8"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A2600000
    13/32"4 1/16"5/32"3/8"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A321000000
    7/16"2 3/4"1/8"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A2700000
    7/16"4 1/16"5/32"3/8"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A84000000
    15/32"2 3/4"1/8"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A2800000
    15/32"4 5/16"3/16"7/16"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A331000000
    1/2"2 3/4"1/8"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A2900000
    1/2"4 5/16"3/16"7/16"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A85000000
    17/32"2 3/4"1/8"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A3100000
    17/32"4 5/16"3/16"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A341000000
    9/16"2 3/4"1/8"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A32000000
    9/16"4 5/16"3/16"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A86000000
    19/32"2 3/4"1/8"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A33000000
    19/32"5 1/8"3/16"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A351000000
    5/8"2 3/4"1/8"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A34000000
    5/8"5 1/8"3/16"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A87000000
    21/32"2 3/4"3/16"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A35000000
    21/32"5 1/8"3/16"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A361000000
    11/16"2 3/4"3/16"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A36000000
    11/16"5 1/8"3/16"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A371000000
    23/32"2 3/4"3/16"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A37000000
    23/32"5 3/8"1/4"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A381000000
    3/4"2 3/4"3/16"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A38000000
    3/4"5 3/8"1/4"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A89000000
    25/32"2 3/4"3/16"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A39000000
    25/32"5 3/8"1/4"5/8"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A391000000
    13/16"2 3/4"3/16"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A41000000
    13/16"5 3/8"1/4"5/8"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A91000000
    7/8"2 3/4"3/16"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A43000000
    7/8"5 3/8"1/4"3/4"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A531000000
    15/16"2 3/4"3/16"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A45000000
    15/16"6 1/8"1/4"3/4"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A561000000
    1"2 3/4"3/16"1/4"Reduced Round
    3Rock River Tool31125A47000000
    1"6 3/8"5/16"3/4"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A94000000
    1 1/8"6 3/8"5/16"1"Round
    3Rock River Tool2814A581000000
     
    Counterbore Pilots

    Oversized Counterbores

    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.
    Carbide-Tipped Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Counterbores. Oversized Counterbores.
    The hardest and most wear-resistant counterbores we offer. These bits stay sharper at higher temperatures and faster speeds for the best performance on hard and abrasive materials.
    Pilot
    Shank
    Uncoated
    For Screw
    Size
    Body
    Dia.
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    Mfr.
    Each
    1/64" Oversize
    1/4"
    0.398"17/64"0.313"5 5/8"5/16"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A1130000000
    5/16"
    0.491"21/64"0.375"6 1/8"3/8"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A123000000
    3/8"
    0.588"25/64"0.500"6 1/2"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A133000000
    7/16"
    0.679"29/64"0.500"7"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A143000000
    1/2"
    0.773"33/64"0.500"7 1/2"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A153000000
    5/8"
    0.961"41/64"0.625"7 5/8"5/8"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A163000000
    3/4"
    1.149"49/64"0.750"7 3/4"3/4"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A173000000
    7/8"
    1.338"57/64"0.875"8 1/8"7/8"Round
    4Rock River Tool3218A183000000
    1"
    1.526"1 1/64"1.000"8 1/2"1"Round
    4Rock River Tool3218A193000000
     
    1/32" Oversize
    1/4"
    0.413"9/32"0.313"5 5/8"5/16"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A112000000
    5/16"
    0.506"11/32"0.375"6 1/8"3/8"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A122000000
    3/8"
    0.603"13/32"0.500"6 1/2"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A132000000
    7/16"
    0.694"15/32"0.500"7"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A142000000
    1/2"
    0.788"17/32"0.500"7 1/2"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A152000000
    5/8"
    0.976"21/32"0.625"7 5/8"5/8"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A162000000
    3/4"
    1.164"25/32"0.750"7 3/4"3/4"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A172000000
    7/8"
    1.353"29/32"0.875"8 1/8"7/8"Round
    4Rock River Tool3218A182000000
    1"
    1.541"1 1/32"1.000"8 1/2"1"Round
    4Rock River Tool3218A192000000
     

    Built-in-Pilot Counterbores

    A pilot centers these counterbores and prevents wobbling for an accurate cut on the first try. With dimensions that match standard screw-head diameters and thread diameters, they are your plug-and-play option for pilot-driven counterbores.
    Metric counterbores have undersized pilots to meet DIN standards.
    Carbide-Tipped Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Counterbores. Built-in-Pilot Counterbores.
    The hardest and most wear-resistant counterbores we offer. These bits stay sharper at higher temperatures and faster speeds for the best performance on hard and abrasive materials.
    Pilot
    Shank
    Uncoated
    For Screw
    Size
    Body
    Dia.
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    Mfr.
    Each
    1/4"
    0.382"1/4"0.313"5 5/8"5/16"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A1110000000
    5/16"
    0.475"5/16"0.375"6 1/8"3/8"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A121000000
    3/8"
    0.572"3/8"0.500"6 1/2"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A131000000
    7/16"
    0.663"7/16"0.500"7"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A141000000
    1/2"
    0.757"1/2"0.500"7 1/2"1/2"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A151000000
    5/8"
    0.945"5/8"0.625"7 5/8"5/8"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A161000000
    3/4"
    1.133"3/4"0.750"7 3/4"3/4"Round
    3Rock River Tool3218A171000000
    7/8"
    1.322"7/8"0.875"8 1/8"7/8"Round
    4Rock River Tool3218A181000000
    1"
    1.510"1"1.000"8 1/2"1"Round
    4Rock River Tool3218A191000000
     

    Coolant-Fed Port Counterbores

    Deliver coolant to port holes as you cut to reduce heat and flush out chips. These port counterbores work in CNC machines that supply coolant through the spindle. A pilot guides the counterbore as it finishes the hole to the exact size you need for your fitting. These counterbores meet aerospace and military specifications for leakproof port holes, so fittings stay sealed over time, even during sudden pressure and vibration.
    You’ll need a step drill bit (sold separately) to rough out a hole with the right shape for your counterbore to finish. To complete your hole with threads, add a thread mill (sold separately).
    Carbide-Tipped Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Counterbores. Coolant-Fed Port Counterbores.
    The hardest and most wear-resistant counterbores we offer. They stay sharp at high temperatures and fast speeds to machine port holes with ease in aluminum, steel, and other metals.
    Counterbores
    Step Drill Bits
    Thread Mills
    Shank
    Uncoated
    For Thread
    Size
    For Port
    Dash Size
    Overall
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    Pilot
    Lg.
    Mil.
    Spec.
    Mfr.
    Each
    Each
    Each
    SAE J1926/1
    7/16"-20
    043 1/2"1/2"2"Round
    30.551"MS16142Everede Tool9833N1100000009851N1300000005277N260000000
    9/16"-18
    063 1/2"1/2"2"Round
    30.610"MS16142Everede Tool9833N120000009851N150000005277N28000000
    3/4"-16
    083 1/2"3/4"2"Round
    30.689"MS16142Everede Tool9833N130000009851N160000005277N29000000
     
    SAE AS5202
    7/16"-20
    043 1/2"1/2"2"Round
    30.661"MS33649Everede Tool9833N140000009851N230000005277N26000000
    9/16"-18
    063 1/2"1/2"2"Round
    30.714"MS33649Everede Tool9833N150000009851N250000005277N28000000
    3/4"-16
    084"3/4"2"Round
    30.839"MS33649Everede Tool9833N160000009851N260000005277N29000000
     

    Port Counterbores

    Cut precise port holes for hydraulic fittings. These counterbores meet aerospace, military, or international specifications for leakproof port holes, so fittings stay sealed over time, even during sudden pressure and vibration. A pilot guides the counterbore as it finishes the hole to the exact size you need for your fitting.
    You’ll need a step drill bit (sold separately) to rough out a hole with the right shape for your counterbore to finish. To complete your hole with threads, add a thread mill (sold separately).
    Carbide-Tipped Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Counterbores. Port Counterbores.
    The hardest and most wear-resistant counterbores we offer. They stay sharp at high temperatures and fast speeds to machine port holes with ease in aluminum, steel, and other metals.
    Aluminum Titanium Nitride (AlTiN) Coated—The coating keeps these counterbores cool while cutting to extend their life. They're best for hard and abrasive materials, such as stainless steel and titanium.
    Counterbores
    Step Drill Bits
    Thread Mills
    Shank
    Uncoated
    Aluminum Titanium
    Nitride (AlTiN) Coated
    For Thread
    Size
    For Port
    Dash Size
    Overall
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Lg.
    Type
    No. of
    Flutes
    Pilot
    Lg.
    Mil.
    Spec.
    Mfr.
    Each
    Each
    Each
    Each
    SAE J1926/1
    5/16"-24
    023"1/2"1 3/4"Round
    30.511"MS16142Scientific Cutting Tools9869N1700000009910N1100000009851N1100000005277N240000000
    3/8"-24
    033"1/2"1 3/4"Round
    30.519"MS16142Scientific Cutting Tools9869N180000009910N120000009851N120000005277N25000000
    7/16"-20
    043 1/8"1/2"1 7/8"Round
    30.603"MS16142Scientific Cutting Tools9869N190000009910N130000009851N130000005277N26000000
    1/2"-20
    053 1/8"1/2"1 7/8"Round
    30.603"MS16142Scientific Cutting Tools9869N210000009910N140000009851N140000005277N27000000
    9/16"-18
    063 3/8"1/2"1 7/8"Round
    30.675"MS16142Scientific Cutting Tools9869N220000009910N150000009851N150000005277N28000000
    3/4"-16
    083 11/16"3/4"2 1/8"Round
    30.769"MS16142Scientific Cutting Tools9869N230000009910N160000009851N160000005277N29000000
    7/8"-14
    103 13/16"3/4"2 1/8"Round
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    1 1/16"-12
    123 15/16"3/4"2 1/8"Round
    30.997"MS16142Scientific Cutting Tools9869N25000000———0———05277N32000000
    1 3/16"-12
    144 7/32"1"2 1/4"Round
    31.007"MS16142Scientific Cutting Tools9869N26000000———0———05277N32000000
    1 5/16"-12
    164 1/4"1"2 1/4"Round
    31.007"MS16142Scientific Cutting Tools9869N27000000———0———05277N32000000
     
    SAE AS5202
    5/16"-24
    023"1/2"1 3/4"Round
    30.629"MS33649Scientific Cutting Tools9869N280000009910N170000009851N210000005277N24000000
    3/8"-24
    033"1/2"1 3/4"Round
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    7/16"-20
    043 1/8"1/2"1 7/8"Round
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    1/2"-20
    053 1/8"1/2"1 7/8"Round
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    9/16"-18
    063 3/8"1/2"1 7/8"Round
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    5/8"-18
    073 3/8"1/2"1 7/8"Round
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    3/4"-16
    083 27/32"3/4"2 1/8"Round
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    13/16"-16
    093 27/32"3/4"2 1/8"Round
    30.940"MS33649Scientific Cutting Tools9869N36000000———0———05277N29000000
    7/8"-14
    103 15/16"3/4"2 1/8"Round
    31.030"MS33649Scientific Cutting Tools9869N37000000———0———05277N31000000
    1"-12
    114 1/8"3/4"2 1/8"Round
    31.164"MS33649Scientific Cutting Tools9869N38000000———0———05277N32000000
    1 1/16"-12
    124 1/8"3/4"2 1/8"Round
    31.164"MS33649Scientific Cutting Tools9869N39000000———0———05277N32000000
    1 3/16"-12
    144 3/8"1"2 1/4"Round
    31.174"MS33649Scientific Cutting Tools9869N41000000———0———05277N32000000
    1 5/16"-12
    164 3/8"1"2 1/4"Round
    31.174"MS33649Scientific Cutting Tools9869N42000000———0———05277N32000000
     
    ISO 6149-1
    M8 × 1 mm3"1/2"1 3/4"Round
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    M10 × 1 mm3"1/2"1 3/4"Round
    30.502"Scientific Cutting Tools9869N11000000———0———05277N22000000
    M12 × 1.5 mm3 1/8"1/2"1 7/8"Round
    30.600"Scientific Cutting Tools9869N12000000———0———05277N33000000
    M14 × 1.5 mm3 3/8"1/2"1 7/8"Round
    40.610"Scientific Cutting Tools9869N13000000———0———05277N33000000
    M16 × 1.5 mm3 3/8"1/2"1 7/8"Round
    40.674"Scientific Cutting Tools9869N14000000———0———05277N33000000
    M18 × 1.5 mm3 11/16"3/4"2 1/8"Round
    40.743"Scientific Cutting Tools9869N15000000———0———05277N33000000
     
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