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    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 Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. High-Speed Steel Drill Bits, Short Length, Round Shank.

    Short Length

    Round Shank

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. High-Speed Steel Drill Bits, Maintenance Length, 3-Flat Shank, Round Shank.

    Maintenance Length

    Round Shank

    3-Flat Shank

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. High-Speed Steel 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

    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.
    Short Length—The most rigid bits for drilling the straightest holes.
    Maintenance Length—Shorter than jobbers' length, these bits are more rigid for less wobble when drilling hard material. Also known as mechanics’ bits.
    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.
    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 and titanium.
    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
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Each
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Black Oxide
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"3.5"Round
    29/64"Split
    2901A13800000062901A589000000
     
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"3.5"Round
    29/64"Split
    29115A73800000629115A838000000
     
    Titanium Aluminum Nitride (TiAlN) Coated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"3.5"Round
    29/64"Split
    3202A7200000———0
     
    Uncoated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"3.5"Round
    29/64"Standard
    8870A42000068870A14200000
     
    Short Length
     
    Black Oxide
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    3 5/8"1.44"Round
    29/64"Split
    2896A3900000———0
     
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    3 5/8"1.44"Round
    29/64"Split
    2908A5800000———0
     
    Uncoated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    3 5/8"1.44"Round
    29/64"Standard
    8947A13800000———0
     
    Maintenance Length
     
    Gold Oxide
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    4 5/8"2.87"Round/3-Flat
    29/64"Split
    87755A4800000———0
     
    Extended Length
     
    Black Oxide
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    7 1/2"4.07"Round
    29/64"Standard
    29315A15400000———0
     
    Uncoated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    12"8.09"Round
    29/64"Standard
    2939A3400000———0
     

    Cobalt Steel Drill Bits

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

    Jobbers' Length

    Round Shank

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Cobalt Steel Drill Bits, Jobbers' Length, Hex Shank.

    Jobbers' Length

    Hex Shank

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Cobalt Steel Drill Bits, Short Length, Round Shank.

    Short Length

    Round Shank

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

    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.
    Short Length—The most rigid bits for drilling the straightest holes.
    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.
    Uncoated—Polished to eject chips, these are also known as bright finish bits.
    Shank
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Each
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"4.19"Round
    29/64"Split
    27995A538000000
     
    Titanium Aluminum Nitride (TiAlN) Coated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"3.02"Round
    29/64"Split
    2753A151000000
     
    Uncoated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"1.81"Hex
    29/64"Split
    4909N2900000
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"3.5"Round
    29/64"Split
    3069A3900000
     
    Short Length
     
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    3 5/8"1.44"Round
    29/64"Split
    2416A3800000
     
    Uncoated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    3 5/8"1.44"Round
    29/64"Split
    28765A3800000
     

    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
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Each
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Uncoated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"3.6"Round
    29/64"Standard
    2940A36000000
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"3.6"Round
    29/64"Split
    31575A3700000
     

    Carbide Drill Bits

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

    Jobbers' Length

    Round Shank

    Short 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.
    Short Length—The most rigid bits for drilling the straightest holes.
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated—Drill at higher speeds and last longer than uncoated bits, especially on materials like hardened steel, iron, and stainless steel.
    Titanium Aluminum Nitride (TiAlN) Coated—No drill bits last longer. These are the best for high-speed, high-temperature drilling of very hard and abrasive materials, including titanium and fiberglass.
    Uncoated—Excellent for a range of materials but won't last as long as coated bits.
    Shank
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit Point
    Type
    Each
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    4 3/4"2.4"Round
    29/64"Four Facet
    27515A620000000
     
    Titanium Aluminum Nitride (TiAlN) Coated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    4 3/4"2.4"Round
    29/64"Four Facet
    8879A92000000
     
    Uncoated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    4 3/4"2.4"Round
    29/64"Four Facet
    2956A38000000
     
    Short Length
     
    Uncoated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    3"1"Round
    29/64"Four Facet
    2956A7400000
     

    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.

    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.

    Jobbers' Length

    Parabolic Flute

    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

    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.
    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
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Flute
    Type
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Each
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Black Oxide
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"2.78"High HelixRound
    29/64"Split
    31115A68000000
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"3.28"ParabolicRound
    29/64"Split
    29925A3800000
     
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"3.28"ParabolicRound
    29/64"Split
    29925A7800000
     
    Uncoated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"3.28"ParabolicRound
    29/64"Split
    2754A6800000
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"3.5"High HelixRound
    29/64"Standard
    2912A13800000
     

    Chip-Clearing High-Speed Steel Drill Bits for Aluminum, Brass, and Bronze

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Chip-Clearing High-Speed Steel Drill Bits for Aluminum, Brass, and Bronze, Jobbers' Length, Low Helix Flute, Round Shank.

    Jobbers' Length

    Low Helix Flute

    Round Shank

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

    Standard

    Designed for soft metals that can gum up other drill bits, wide flutes lift chips out of the hole. This prevents clogs that can weaken and damage the bit and ruin the hole. Also known as slow spiral bits, these are made of versatile high-speed steel.
    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
    Each
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Flute
    Type
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    1-5
    6-Up
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Uncoated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"3.28"Low HelixRound
    29/64"Standard
    2928A238000000000000
     

    Short-Flute High-Speed Steel Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Short-Flute High-Speed Steel Drill Bits, Extended Length, Round Shank.

    Extended Length

    Round Shank

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

    Split

    The rigidity of short-length bits without sacrificing reach. The shallow drilling depth makes these less likely to wobble than other bits of the same length, so they stay centered and drill straighter. High-speed steel is good for general purpose drilling in most metals.
    Extended Length—Drill through panels and thick workpieces with our longest bits.
    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
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Each
    Extended Length
     
    Black Oxide
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    6"3.5"Round
    29/64"Split
    2986A39000000
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    12"3.5"Round
    29/64"Split
    2986A7400000
     

    Short-Flute Cobalt Steel Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Short-Flute 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

    These bits combine the toughness and wear resistance of cobalt with short flutes for rigidity. The shallow drilling depth makes them less likely to wobble than other bits of the same length, so they stay centered and drill straighter. Cobalt lasts at least twice as long as high-speed steel. It can also run up to 25% faster at higher temperatures without damaging the bit on hard materials such as nickel.
    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
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    1-4
    5-Up
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Black Oxide
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"1.45"Round
    29/64"Split
    3146A139000000000000
     

    Left-Hand High-Speed Steel Drill Bits

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Drill Bits. Left-Hand 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

    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.
    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
    Drill Bit
    Size
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    1-5
    6-Up
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Uncoated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"3.28"Round
    29/64"Standard
    2876A41000000000000
     

    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
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Type
    Size
    Point
    Angle
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Each
    Uncoated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    5 5/8"4.19"Round
    29/64"60°Standard
    27465A66000000
     

    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
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Type
    Size
    Point
    Angle
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Bit
    Style
    Each
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Uncoated
    29/64"
    0.4531"
    4 3/4"2.4"Round
    29/64"140°Brad
    Fluted2828A270000000
     
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