15.0 mm Drill Bits | McMaster-Carr

Extended Length—Drill through panels and thick workpieces with our longest bits. Their length is good for creating deep holes but makes them less rigid than other bits. As a result, they are more prone to wobbling or breaking, especially when drilling hard materials.

Black Oxide—The dark finish increases wear resistance and reduces friction to improve chip flow, so these bits can last 50% longer than uncoated bits.

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.

Uncoated—The most economical option, uncoated bits perform best when used on low-carbon steel and aluminum. Polished to reduce friction, they're also known as bright finish bits.

					Shank
	Drill Bit Size, mm	Decimal Size Equiv.	Overall Lg., mm	Max. Drilling Dp., mm	Type	Size	Drill Bit Point Type		Each
Jobbers' Length







				Black Oxide

				15.0	0.5906"	169	84	Round	15 mm	Standard	00000000	000000


				15.0	0.5906"	212	83.9	Morse Taper	Morse 2	Standard	00000000	000000




						Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated

						15.0	0.5906"	169	84	Round	15 mm	Standard	0000000	00000


						Extended Length







										Black Oxide

										15.0	0.5906"	220	144	Round	15 mm	Standard	000000000	00000




												Uncoated

												15.0	0.5906"	220	114.4	Round	15 mm	Standard	00000000	00000

Reduced-Shank High-Speed Steel Drill Bits

Jobbers' Length

Standard

Split

Cut large holes with drill presses and portable drills that have a standard-size chuck. The shank on these bits has a smaller diameter than the cutting tip. High-speed steel is good for general purpose drilling in most metals. Also known as Silver and Deming bits.

Jobbers' Length—These bits have the balance of rigidity and length needed for most applications.

Black Oxide—The dark finish increases wear resistance and reduces friction to improve chip flow, so these bits can last 50% longer than uncoated bits.

Gold Oxide—Like black oxide, this finish adds wear resistance and reduces friction for improved chip flow. Because it’s less prone to flaking off, it offers better rust protection when bits aren't in use.

					Shank
	Drill Bit Size, mm	Decimal Size Equiv.	Overall Lg., mm	Max. Drilling Dp., mm	Type	Size	Drill Bit Point Type		Each
Jobbers' Length







				Black Oxide

				15.0	0.5906"	152	53.3	Reduced Round	1/2"	Standard	0000000	000000




						Gold Oxide

						15.0	0.5906"	152	63.5	Reduced Round/3-Flat	1/2"	Split	0000000	00000

Reduced-Shank Cobalt Steel Drill Bits


Jobbers' Length	Split

More wear resistant than high-speed steel, these bits cut large holes with tools that have a standard-size chuck. The shank has a smaller diameter than the cutting tip and fits drill presses and portable drills. Cobalt steel bits last at least twice as long as high-speed steel. They can also run up to 25% faster at higher temperatures without being damaged on hard materials such as nickel. Also known as Silver and Deming bits.

Jobbers' Length—These bits have the balance of rigidity and length needed for most applications.

Uncoated—Polished to eject chips, these are also known as bright finish bits.

					Shank
	Drill Bit Size, mm	Decimal Size Equiv.	Overall Lg., mm	Max. Drilling Dp., mm	Type	Size	Drill Bit Point Type		Each
Jobbers' Length







				Uncoated

				15.0	0.5906"	152	58	Reduced Round	1/2"	Split	00000000	000000

High-Speed Steel Precise-Cut Drill Bits for Wood

Wear and heat resistant, these stay sharp longer than precise-cut bits made of plain steel. The sharp center point keeps the bit from wandering during drilling to cut accurate straight and overlapping holes, even across the grain. Also known as brad-point bits.

	Max. Drilling Dp., mm	Shank Size, mm	Drill Bit Point Type		Each
Uncoated







	Round Shank

	15.0	0.5906"	140	110	10	Brad	00000000	000000

Carbide-Tipped Drill Bits

Jobbers' Length

Round Shank


Standard	Split

Performance similar to solid carbide but at a lower price point. Like carbide bits, these are stronger than cobalt and high-speed steel and maintain their sharp edges when drilling abrasive material. However, when drilling tough metals like iron and hardened steel, upgrade to carbide for longer life.

Jobbers' Length—These bits have the balance of rigidity and length needed for most applications.

					Shank
	Drill Bit Size, mm	Decimal Size Equiv.	Overall Lg., mm	Max. Drilling Dp., mm	Type	Size	Drill Bit Point Type		Each
Jobbers' Length







				Uncoated

				15.0	0.5906"	165	132	Round	15 mm	Standard	00000000	0000000


				15.0	0.5906"	165	132	Round	15 mm	Split	00000000	000000

Depth-Limiting Drill Stops

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Ensure identical hole depths every time. Position the collar on your bit and tighten the set screw.

	For Drill Bit Size Decimal Equiv.	Overall Lg.	OD	Hex Key Size for Set Screw	Material		Each
For Metric Drill Bits



	15.0 mm	0.5905"	1"	1"	5/32"	Steel	00000000	000000

Chip-Clearing High-Speed Steel Drill Bits


Jobbers' Length Parabolic Flute Round Shank	Split

With flutes that lift chips out of the hole, you don't have to stop drilling to clear these bits manually. They improve coolant flow to dissipate heat and prevent clogs that can damage the bit and ruin the hole. High-speed steel is good for general purpose drilling in most metals.

Parabolic Flute—A U-shaped groove on the flutes cuts faster and clears chips more quickly than high-helix bits, so these are better for drilling deeper holes.

Jobbers' Length—These bits have the balance of rigidity and length needed for most applications.

Uncoated—The most economical option, uncoated bits perform best when used on low-carbon steel and aluminum. Polished to reduce friction, they're also known as bright finish bits.

						Shank
	Drill Bit Size, mm	Decimal Size Equiv.	Overall Lg., mm	Max. Drilling Dp., mm	Flute Type	Type	Size, mm	Drill Bit Point Type		Each
Jobbers' Length







				Uncoated

				15.0	0.5906"	169	114	Parabolic	Round	15	Split	0000000	000000