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    Compare material, finish, length class, and decimal size equivalents.

    Reduced-Shank High-Speed Steel Drill Bits

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

    Jobbers' Length

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

    Standard

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

    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
    14.0
    0.5512"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    0000000000000
    15.0
    0.5906"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    000000000000
    16.0
    0.6299"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    000000000000
    17.0
    0.6693"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    000000000000
    18.00.7087"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    000000000000
    19.0
    0.748"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    000000000000
    20.00.7874"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    000000000000
    21.0
    0.8268"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    000000000000
    22.0
    0.8661"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    000000000000
    24.0
    0.9449"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    000000000000
    26.0
    1.0236"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    000000000000
    27.0
    1.063"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    000000000000
    28.0
    1.1024"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    000000000000
    29.0
    1.1417"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    000000000000
    30.01.1811"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    000000000000
    31.0
    1.2205"
    15253.3Reduced Round
    1/2"Standard
    0000000000000
     
    Gold Oxide
    13.0
    0.5118"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    13.5
    0.5315"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    14.0
    0.5512"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    14.5
    0.5709"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    15.0
    0.5906"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    15.5
    0.6102"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    16.0
    0.6299"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    16.5
    0.6496"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    17.0
    0.6693"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    17.5
    0.689"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    18.00.7087"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    18.5
    0.7283"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    19.0
    0.748"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    19.5
    0.7677"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    20.00.7874"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    21.0
    0.8268"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    22.0
    0.8661"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    23.0
    0.9055"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    24.0
    0.9449"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
    25.0
    0.9843"
    15263.5Reduced Round/3-Flat
    1/2"Split
    000000000000
     

    Reduced-Shank Cobalt Steel Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Reduced-Shank Cobalt Steel Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length.
    Image of Specification. Split. Front orientation. Contains Border. Split Point. For Metal.

    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
    13.0
    0.5118"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    00000000000000
    13.5
    0.5315"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    14.0
    0.5512"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    14.5
    0.5709"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    15.0
    0.5906"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    15.5
    0.6102"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    16.0
    0.6299"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    16.5
    0.6496"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    17.0
    0.6693"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    17.5
    0.689"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    18.00.7087"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    18.5
    0.7283"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    19.0
    0.748"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    19.5
    0.7677"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    20.00.7874"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    21.0
    0.8268"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    21.5
    0.8465"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    0000000000000
    23.0
    0.9055"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    00000000000000
    24.0
    0.9449"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    00000000000000
    25.0
    0.9843"
    15258Reduced Round
    1/2"Split
    00000000000000
     

    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. Standard. Front orientation. Contains Border. Standard Point. For Metal.

    Standard

    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.
    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
    Each
    Package
    Drill Bit
    Size, mm
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg., mm
    Max. Drilling
    Dp., mm
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Each
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Gold Oxide
    12.5
    0.4921"
    152113.1Round
    12.5 mmSplit
    000000000000000———0
    13.0
    0.5118"
    152113.1Round
    13 mmSplit
    000000000000005000000000000000
     
    Uncoated
    12.5
    0.4921"
    152100.8Round
    12.5 mmStandard
    0000000000000———0
    13.0
    0.5118"
    152100.8Round
    13 mmStandard
    0000000000000———0
     

    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 Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Carbide-Tipped Drill Bits, Extended Length, Round Shank.

    Extended 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.
    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.
    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
    12.5
    0.4921"
    152114Round
    12.5 mmStandard
    00000000000000
    12.5
    0.4921"
    152114Round
    12.5 mmSplit
    0000000000000
     
    Extended Length
     
    Uncoated
    5.0
    0.1969"
    15279Round
    5 mmStandard
    00000000000000
    5.5
    0.2165"
    15279Round
    5.5 mmStandard
    00000000000000
     

    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
    12.5
    0.4921"
    15250Round
    12.5 mmNotched
    0000000000000
    13.0
    0.5118"
    15252Round
    13 mmNotched
    000000000000
    13.5
    0.5315"
    15254Round
    13.5 mmNotched
    000000000000
    14.0
    0.5512"
    15256Round
    14 mmNotched
    000000000000
     

    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
    12.0
    0.4724"
    152101ParabolicRound
    12Split
    0000000000000
    13.0
    0.5118"
    152101ParabolicRound
    13Split
    000000000000
     

    Left-Hand Cobalt Steel Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Side1 orientation. Drill Bits. Left-Hand Cobalt Steel Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length, Round Shank.

    Jobbers' Length

    Round Shank

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

    Split

    The flutes spiral in the opposite direction of other bits and stay sharp longer than high-speed steel. They’re primarily used to remove stripped screws. Choose a bit that’s slightly smaller than the diameter of the screw’s head. Set your power tool to rotate in reverse. Slowly drill in the center of the screw head, maintaining constant pressure. As the bit penetrates, it will catch onto the screw and reverse it out of the hole. If the screw is badly stripped, you might need to punch a starter hole. Also known as reverse-flute 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
    Each
    Drill Bit
    Size, mm
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg., mm
    Max. Drilling
    Dp., mm
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    1-4
    5-Up
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Uncoated
    12.5
    0.4921"
    152114Round
    12.5 mmSplit
    0000000000000000000
    13.0
    0.5118"
    152114Round
    13 mmSplit
    00000000000000000
     
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