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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 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, Extended Length, Round Shank.

    Extended 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.
    Short Length—The most rigid bits for drilling the straightest holes.
    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.
    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.
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Each
    Jobbers' Length
     
    Black Oxide
    33/64"
    0.5156"
    6 5/8"4.03"Round
    33/64"Standard
    2931A44000000
     
    Titanium Nitride (TiN) Coated
    33/64"
    0.5156"
    6 5/8"4.03"Round
    33/64"Standard
    3022A6300000
     
    Uncoated
    33/64"
    0.5156"
    6 5/8"4.03"Round
    33/64"Standard
    8870A4600000
     
    Short Length
     
    Uncoated
    33/64"
    0.5156"
    3 7/8"1.6"Round
    33/64"Standard
    8947A24100000
     
    Extended Length
     
    Black Oxide
    33/64"
    0.5156"
    8"3.97"Round
    33/64"Standard
    29315A16200000
    33/64"
    0.5156"
    12"7.96"Round
    33/64"Standard
    2939A3800000
    33/64"
    0.5156"
    18"11.96"Round
    33/64"Standard
    2955A34000000
     

    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 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.
    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
    33/64"
    0.5156"
    6 5/8"4.81"Round
    33/64"Split
    27995A543000000
     
    Titanium Aluminum Nitride (TiAlN) Coated
    33/64"
    0.5156"
    6"3.2"Round
    33/64"Split
    2753A155000000
     
    Uncoated
    33/64"
    0.5156"
    6 5/8"4"Round
    33/64"Split
    3069A8100000
     

    Smooth-Finish Carbide Drill Bits

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

    Jobbers' Length

    Round Shank

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

    Split

    With more cutting edges than other drill bits, these cut continuously and consistently for a smoother finish. They also stay centered to produce holes that are straighter and more accurate. However, since there’s less space between the cutting edges, they don’t clear chips as quickly. Made of carbide, these are the hardest and most wear-resistant drill bits you can buy. They stay sharp at high temperatures and faster speeds for the best performance on hard and difficult-to-machine materials. 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.
    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
     
    Uncoated
    33/64"
    0.5156"
    4 3/4"3"Round
    33/64"Split
    3171A540000000
     

    Carbide-Tipped Drill Bits

    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.

    Standard

    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.
    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
    Decimal Size
    Equiv.
    Overall
    Lg.
    Max. Drilling
    Dp.
    Type
    Size
    Drill Bit
    Point Type
    Each
    Extended Length
     
    Uncoated
    33/64"
    0.5156"
    8"3.98"Round
    33/64"Standard
    29465A38000000
     
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