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Carbide Drill Bits with Coolant Holes
Holes in these bits allow coolant to be run through the tool for more efficient chip evacuation. Use them in CNC machines with coolant-through technology. Made of solid carbide for the highest accuracy and longest tool life, they are harder, stronger, and more wear resistant than high-speed steel, cobalt steel, and carbide-tipped bits. They retain a sharp, hard edge at high temperatures for the best performance on hard and abrasive material. A titanium aluminum nitride (TiAlN) coating gives them additional wear and temperature resistance. The four-facet point keeps the bit centered without a pilot hole. These bits require rigid toolholding to prevent breakage and should not be used in hand-held drilling applications.
Jobbers'-length drill bits have the rigidity and length required for most applications.
Maintenance-length drill bits are shorter and more rigid than jobbers'-length bits but longer than short-length bits. They hold up better than jobbers' bits when drilling in hard metal. Also known as mechanics' bits.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
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| Drill Bit Size | Decimal Size Equivalent | Overall Lg. | Max. Drilling Dp. | Type | Size | Point Style | No. of Coolant Holes | For Use On | Each | |
Inch—Maintenance Length | ||||||||||
Titanium-Aluminum-Nitride (TiAlN) Coated Carbide | ||||||||||
| 17/64" | 0.2656" | 2 15/16" | 1.34" | Round | 17/64" | Four Facet | 2 | Steel, Hardened Steel, Tool Steel, Iron, Stainless Steel, Nickel, Titanium, Fiberglass | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 9/32" | 0.2813" | 2 15/16" | 1.34" | Round | 9/32" | Four Facet | 2 | Steel, Hardened Steel, Tool Steel, Iron, Stainless Steel, Nickel, Titanium, Fiberglass | 00000000 | 00000 |
Tap and Drill Bit Sets
Drill and tap a variety of hole sizes. These taps and drill bits are for use on metal and plastic.
High-speed steel taps and drill bits have a longer tool life than carbon steel. Uncoated high-speed steel taps and drill bits are strong enough for most jobs but don’t last as long as other high-speed steel taps and drill bits. Use them for small-scale jobs. Titanium-nitride (TiN) coated taps resist heat and wear better than uncoated taps, letting them last up to twice as long. Titanium-nitride (TiN) coated drill bits last longer and can drill at higher speeds than uncoated and oxide-coated drill bits. Black-oxide coated and black-and-gold-oxide coated taps and drill bits cut with less friction than uncoated taps and drill bits.
Cobalt steel taps and drill bits have higher strength and wear resistance than carbon steel and high-speed steel taps and drill bits.
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.
| No. of Pieces | Chamfer Type | Tap Sizes Included | No. of Flutes | Drill Bit Sizes Included | Drill Bit Material | Container Type | Each | |
Uncoated High-Speed Steel Taps | ||||||||
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| 10 | Plug | 1 each of sizes: 1/4"-20 5/16"-18 3/8"-16 7/16"-14 1/2"-13 | 4 | 27/64" 5/16" 7 ga. F U | Black Oxide High-Speed Steel | Plastic Pouch | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 16 | Plug | 1 each of sizes: M3 × 0.50 mm M3.5 × 0.60 mm M4 × 0.70 mm M5 × 0.80 mm M6 × 1.00 mm M8 × 1.25 mm M10 × 1.50 mm M12 × 1.75 mm | 3, 4 | 2.5 mm 2.9 mm 3.3 mm 4.2 mm 5.0 mm 6.75 mm 8.5 mm 10.25 mm | Black Oxide High-Speed Steel | Plastic Pouch | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 18 | Plug | 1 each of sizes: 6-32 8-32 10-24 10-32 1/4"-20 5/16"-18 3/8"-16 7/16"-14 1/2"-13 | 3, 4 | 27/64" 5/16" 36 ga 29 ga. 25 ga. 21 ga. 7 ga. F U | Uncoated High-Speed Steel | Metal Case | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 18 | Plug | 1 each of sizes: 6-40 8-36 10-24 10-32 1/4"-28 5/16"-24 3/8"-24 7/16"-20 1/2"-20 | 3, 4 | 25/64" 29/64" 33 ga. 29 ga. 25 ga. 21 ga. 3 ga. I Q | Uncoated High-Speed Steel | Metal Case | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 18 | Plug | 1 each of sizes: M2.5 × 0.45 mm M3 × 0.50 mm M3.5 × 0.60 mm M4 × 0.70 mm M5 × 0.80 mm M6 × 1.00 mm M8 × 1.25 mm M10 × 1.50 mm M12 × 1.75 mm | 3, 4 | 2.05 mm 2.5 mm 2.9 mm 3.3 mm 4.2 mm 5.0 mm 6.7 mm 8.5 mm 10.2 mm | Uncoated High-Speed Steel | Metal Case | 00000000 | 000000 |
| 36 | Plug | 1 each of sizes: 6-32 6-40 8-32 8-36 10-24 10-32 12-24 12-28 1/4"-20 1/4"-28 5/16"-18 5/16"-24 3/8"-24 3/8"-16 7/16"-14 7/16"-20 1/2"-13 1/2"-20 | 3, 4 | 1 each of sizes: 25/64" 27/64" 29/64" 5/16" 36 ga 33 ga. 25 ga. 21 ga. 16 ga. 15 ga. 7 ga. 3 ga. F I Q U 2 each of size 29 ga. | Black Oxide High-Speed Steel | Metal Case | 0000000 | 000000 |
Uncoated Cobalt Steel Taps | ||||||||
| 18 | Plug | 1 each of sizes: 6-32 8-32 10-24 10-32 1/4"-20 5/16"-18 3/8"-16 7/16"-14 1/2"-13 | 2, 3 | 27/64" 5/16" 36 ga 29 ga. 25 ga. 21 ga. 7 ga. F U | Uncoated Cobalt Steel | Metal Case | 0000000 | 000000 |
Black Oxide High-Speed Steel Taps | ||||||||
| 18 | Plug | 1 each of sizes: 6-32 8-32 10-24 10-32 1/4"-20 5/16"-18 3/8"-16 7/16"-14 1/2"-13 | 3, 4 | 27/64" 5/16" 36 ga 29 ga. 25 ga. 21 ga. 7 ga. F U | Black and Gold Oxide High-Speed Steel | Metal Case | 00000000 | 000000 |
Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated High-Speed Steel Taps | ||||||||
| 18 | Plug | 1 each of sizes: 6-32 8-32 10-24 10-32 1/4"-20 5/16"-18 3/8"-16 7/16"-14 1/2"-13 | 3, 4 | 27/64" 5/16" 36 ga 29 ga. 25 ga. 21 ga. 7 ga. F U | Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated High-Speed Steel | Metal Case | 00000000 | 000000 |
Chip-Clearing Tap and Drill Bit Sets for Through-Holes
Also known as gun taps, the taps in these sets have spiral-point flutes that push chips ahead of the tap and out of through holes. Because they don't need to be reversed to prevent buildup, they produce threads more efficiently than standard taps and are suitable for production work. Taps have a square shank for compatibility with tap wrenches and tap holders for drill presses and milling machines. With a plug chamfer, they have 3-5 chamfered cutting threads, so they're suitable for start-to-finish tapping. All taps and drill bits are made of high-speed steel for use on most metal and plastic.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
| No. of Pieces | Chamfer Type | Tap Sizes Included | Thread Type | No. of Flutes | Pitch Dia. Limit | Drill Bit Sizes Included | Drill Bit Material | Container Type | Each | |
Uncoated High-Speed Steel | ||||||||||
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| 18 | Plug | 6-32 8-32 10-24 10-32 1/4"-20 5/16"-18 3/8"-16 7/16"-14 1/2"-13 | UNC, UNF | 2, 3 | H3 | 27/64" 5/16" 36 ga. 29 ga. 25 ga. 21 ga. 7 ga. F U | Black Oxide High-Speed Steel | Metal Case | 00000000 | 0000000 |
Gold Oxide High-Speed Steel | ||||||||||
| 18 | Plug | M2.5 × 0.45 mm M3 × 0.5 mm M3.5 × 0.6 mm M4 × 0.7 mm M5 × 0.8 mm M6 × 1.00 mm M8 × 1.25 mm M10 × 1.5 mm M12 × 1.75 mm | Metric | 2, 3 | D3, D4, D5, D6 | 2.05 mm 2.5 mm 2.9 mm 3.3 mm 4.2 mm 5 mm 6.7 mm 8.5 mm 10.2 mm | Gold Oxide High-Speed Steel | Metal Case | 00000000 | 000000 |
Combination Drill Bit/Taps
Drill holes and cut threads without switching tools. Made of high-speed steel, these taps are for use on most metal and plastic. The square shank is compatible with tap holders for drill presses and milling machines. All have a plug chamfer with 3-5 chamfered cutting threads, so they're suitable for start-to-finish tapping.
Taps with spiral flutes keep chips clear by drawing them back toward the tap and out of the hole.
Titanium nitride (TiN) coated taps resist heat and wear better than uncoated taps, letting them last up to twice as long.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Thread | Drill Bit | Plug Chamfer | ||||||||
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| Size | Lg. | Overall Lg. | Size | Decimal Size Equivalent | Point Angle | Flute Type | Thread Type | Pitch Dia. Limit | Each | |
Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated High-Speed Steel | ||||||||||
| 3/8"-16 | 1 1/8" | 2 15/16" | 5/16" | 0.3125" | 118° | Spiral | UNC | H3 | 0000000 | 000000 |