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

    High-Speed Steel Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. High-Speed Steel Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length, Round Shank.

    Jobbers' Length

    Round Shank

    Image of Specification. Split. Front orientation. Contains Border. Split Point. For Metal.

    Split

    Our basic drill bits are also the most versatile. Cut holes in a variety of metals, from the softest aluminum to the hardest steel.
    Jobbers' Length—These bits have the balance of rigidity and length needed for most applications.
    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
    Each
    Drill Bit
    Size, mm
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg., mm
    Max. Drilling
    Dp., mm
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    1-9
    10-Up
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Gold Oxide
    7.1
    0.2795"
    10871.4Round
    7.1 mmSplit
    0000000000000000000
    7.2
    0.2835"
    10871.4Round
    7.2 mmSplit
    00000000000000000
    7.3
    0.2874"
    10871.4Round
    7.3 mmSplit
    00000000000000000
     

    Carbide Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Carbide Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length, Round Shank.

    Jobbers' Length

    Round Shank

    The hardest and most wear-resistant drill bits you can buy. Carbide bits stay sharp at high temperatures and faster speeds for the best performance on hard and difficult-to-machine materials. They last 10 to 20 times longer than their closest alternative, cobalt steel. Carbide can be brittle, however, so these bits require a rigid machine tool holder to prevent breakage and should not be used in hand drilling applications.
    Jobbers' Length—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 bits, especially on materials like hardened steel, iron, and stainless steel.
    Uncoated—Excellent for a range of materials but won't last as long as coated 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
     
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
    9.0
    0.3543"
    10870Round
    9 mmFour Facet
    0000000000000
     
    Uncoated
    9.0
    0.3543"
    10856Round
    9 mmFour Facet
    000000000000
    9.5
    0.374"
    10870Round
    9.5 mmFour Facet
    000000000000
     

    Carbide-Tipped Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Carbide-Tipped Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length, Round Shank.

    Jobbers' Length

    Round Shank

    Image of Specification. Standard. Front orientation. Contains Border. Standard Point. For Metal.
    Image of Specification. Split. Front orientation. Contains Border. Split Point. For Metal.

    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
    6.5
    0.2559"
    10861Round
    6.5 mmStandard
    00000000000000
    6.5
    0.2559"
    10873Round
    6.5 mmSplit
    0000000000000
    7.0
    0.2756"
    10861Round
    7 mmStandard
    0000000000000
    7.0
    0.2756"
    10873Round
    7 mmSplit
    0000000000000
     

    Carbide-Tipped Drill Bits for Hardened Steel

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Carbide-Tipped Drill Bits for Hardened Steel, Jobbers' Length, Round Shank.

    Jobbers' Length

    Round Shank

    Straight flutes withstand the heavy pressure needed to penetrate hardened steel. These bits cut more aggressively and resist stress better than spiral-flute bits. A lower-priced alternative to solid carbide, they stay sharp when drilling abrasive material but won’t last as long.
    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
    6.5
    0.2559"
    10826Round
    6.5 mmNotched
    0000000000000
    7.0
    0.2756"
    10828Round
    7 mmNotched
    000000000000
     

    Carbide Drill Bits for Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass, and Graphite

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Carbide Drill Bits for Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass, and Graphite, Jobbers' Length.

    Jobbers' Length

    Cut clean holes in abrasive material without fraying or delaminating the surface. Made of carbide, these bits resist wear to retain a sharp edge, even after after hundreds of cuts.
    Shank
    Drill Bit
    Size, mm
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg., mm
    Max. Drilling
    Dp., mm
    Type
    Size,
    mm
    Point
    Angle
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Bit
    Style
    Each
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Diamond Coated
    9.0
    0.3543"
    10870Round
    9140°Brad
    Fluted00000000000000
     
    Uncoated
    9.5
    0.374"
    10870Round
    9.5140°Brad
    Fluted0000000000000
     

    Chip-Clearing Cobalt Steel Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Chip-Clearing Cobalt Steel Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length, Parabolic Flute, Round Shank.

    Jobbers' Length

    Parabolic Flute

    Round Shank

    Image of Specification. Split. Front orientation. Contains Border. Split Point. For Metal.

    Split

    Avoid clogs and dissipate heat with cobalt bits that last at least twice as long as high-speed steel. The flutes clear chips to improve coolant flow and prevent damage to the bit and the hole. They also speed up drilling since you don't have to stop to clear the bit manually.
    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
    Flute
    Type
    Type
    Size,
    mm
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Each
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Uncoated
    7.0
    0.2756"
    10869ParabolicRound
    7Split
    000000000000
     

    Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites

    With a diamond coating, these bits resist wear when used on abrasive materials, making them last about 50 times longer than uncoated bits. Their sharp cutting edges and flute shapes are specifically designed to cut through tough materials such as composites with minimal resistance. This means less strain on your router and more control when cutting, leading to a smooth cut. Bits are made of solid carbide for longer tool life and faster cutting speeds than high-speed steel.
    Diamond-Coated Carbide
    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Router Bits. Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites , Diamond-Coated Carbide, Drill/Mill Cut Style—Plunge-Cut.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Router Bits. Diamond-Coated Router Bits for Composites , Diamond-Coated Carbide, Drill/Mill Cut Style—Plunge-Cut, Straight Flutes.

    Drill/Mill Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut

    Drill/Mill Cut

    Style—Plunge-Cut,

    Straight Flutes

    Drill/Mill Cut Style—Bits with a drill/mill cut style have a pointed end for easier plunge cuts than square-cut bits.
    Plunge Cut—Plunge-cutting bits let you cut directly into the workpiece from above. Other bits are best for operations where the peripheral teeth do most of the work such as trimming, contouring, and finishing.
    Straight Flutes—Bits with straight flutes are for general purpose use. They quickly remove material, leaving a rough finish.
    Cutting
    Dia., mm
    Lg. of
    Cut, mm
    Shank Dia.,
    mm
    Overall
    Lg., mm
    No. of
    Flutes
    For Tool
    Type
    For Use On
    Each
    Drill/Mill Cut Style—Plunge-Cut
     
    Straight Flutes
    16481610814CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite00000000000000
     
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