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

    Standard

    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.
    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.
    Shank
    Each
    Drill Bit
    Size, mm
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg., mm
    Max. Drilling
    Dp., mm
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    1-11
    12-Up
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Black Oxide
    4.3
    0.1693"
    8038.4Round
    4.3 mmStandard
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    4.4
    0.1732"
    8038.2Round
    4.4 mmStandard
    000000000000000
    4.5
    0.1772"
    8038Round
    4.5 mmStandard
    000000000000000
    4.6
    0.1811"
    8037.8Round
    4.6 mmStandard
    000000000000000
     
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
    4.5
    0.1772"
    8038Round
    4.5 mmStandard
    000000000000000
     

    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
    4.3
    0.1693"
    8047ParabolicRound
    4.3Split
    0000000000000
    4.4
    0.1732"
    8047ParabolicRound
    4.4Split
    000000000000
    4.55
    0.1791"
    8047ParabolicRound
    4.55Split
    000000000000
    4.6
    0.1811"
    8047ParabolicRound
    4.6Split
    000000000000
    4.75
    0.187"
    8047ParabolicRound
    4.75Split
    000000000000
     

    Cobalt Steel Drill Bits

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

    Jobbers' Length

    Round Shank

    Split

    Tough and wear resistant, 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.
    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 and oxide-coated bits, especially on tough materials like hardened steel and nickel.
    Titanium Aluminum Nitride (TiAlN) Coated—The hardest and most wear-resistant coating, especially at high temperatures. These bits are best for hard and abrasive materials, such as iron, titanium, and fiberglass.
    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
     
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
    4.3
    0.1693"
    8047Round
    4.3 mmSplit
    0000000000000
    4.7
    0.185"
    8047Round
    4.7 mmSplit
    000000000000
     
    Titanium Aluminum Nitride (TiAlN) Coated
    4.3
    0.1693"
    8047Round
    4.3 mmSplit
    0000000000000
    4.5
    0.1772"
    8040.3Round
    4.5 mmSplit
    0000000000000
     
    Gold Oxide
    4.3
    0.1693"
    8038.4Round
    4.3 mmSplit
    000000000000
    4.5
    0.1772"
    8038Round
    4.5 mmSplit
    000000000000
    4.7
    0.185"
    8037.6Round
    4.7 mmSplit
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    High-Speed Steel Drill Bits for Plastic

    The precision-ground, 60° point penetrates gradually to prevent cracking and chipping. It also reduces heat that can deform the material. Use these bits for drilling into acrylic, laminate, and other plastics. They're made of wear-resistant high-speed steel.
    Jobbers' LengthAbout Jobbers' Length
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. High-Speed Steel Drill Bits for Plastic, Jobbers' Length.
    Shank
    Drill Bit
    Size, mm
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg., mm
    Max. Drilling
    Dp., mm
    Type
    Size,
    mm
    Point
    Angle
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Each
    Uncoated
    4.5
    0.1772"
    8055Round
    4.560°Standard
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    Chip-Clearing High-Speed Steel Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Chip-Clearing High-Speed Steel Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length, High Helix Flute, Round Shank.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Chip-Clearing High-Speed Steel Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length, Parabolic Flute, Round Shank.
    Image of Specification. Split. Front orientation. Contains Border. Split Point. For Metal.

    Jobbers' Length

    High Helix Flute

    Round Shank

    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.
    High Helix Flute—Less aggressive than parabolic flutes for cleaner cuts in soft 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.
    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.
    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
     
    Black Oxide
    4.5
    0.1772"
    8038High HelixRound
    4.5Split
    0000000000000
     
    Uncoated
    4.5
    0.1772"
    8038ParabolicRound
    4.5Split
    00000000000
     

    Left-Hand High-Speed Steel Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Side1 orientation. Drill Bits. Left-Hand High-Speed Steel Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length, Round Shank.
    Image of Specification. Standard. Front orientation. Contains Border. Standard Point. For Metal.

    Jobbers' Length

    Round Shank

    Standard

    With flutes that spiral in the opposite direction of other bits, these are 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. High-speed steel is the versatile choice for drilling most metals.
    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.
    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
     
    Black Oxide
    4.5
    0.1772"
    8038Round
    4.5 mmStandard
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    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
    1030108012CNC MachineFiber-Reinforced Plastic, Composite00000000000000
     
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