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Chicago Latrobe 559 Cobalt Steel Short Length Drill Bit, Gold Oxide Finish, Round Shank, 135 Degree Split Point, 3/16" Size (Pack of 12)
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About Chicago Latrobe 559 Cobalt Steel Short Length Drill
The Chicago-Latrobe 559 series short length drill bit is made from cobalt steel with a gold oxide finish and has a 135-degree split point for penetrating without a pilot hole on ferrous materials. The short length provides rigidity and strength to reduce tool deflection and breakage. Cobalt steel provides extended tool life compared to high-speed steel drill bits, and maintains the tool's toughness and hardness in high drilling temperatures. The gold oxide finish acts as a lubricant and provides wear resistance. The self-centering 135-degree split point penetrates hard material without a pilot hole and produces smaller chips that reduce clogging compared to a 118-degree point. Compared to a standard drill bit, this bit has a thicker web for increased strength and rigidity. The round shank accommodates most drill chucks.Drill bits are cutting tools used to make holes in a range of materials using machines such as handheld portable drills, machining centers, and lathes. Drill bits come in a variety of lengths and types, the most common of which is the twist drill bit. The round, twisted shaft of the twist drill bit typically has two cutting edges and flutes. The helical twist of the flutes brings chips up and away from the cutting edges and allows for coolant to reach the cutting edges. Jobber length twist drill bits, the most common length of twist drill bit, offer a good compromise of length and reach for the widest range of materials and applications. Mechanic's length twist drill bits (also called maintenance length) are a little shorter than jobber length and less prone to deflection when drilling. Short length twist drill bits (also called stub or screw-machine length) are the shortest and stiffest twist drill bits, helping to reduce the chance of deflection or breakage when drilling. Reduced shank twist drill bits (also called Silver and Deming drill bits) have a shank that is smaller in diameter than its shaft, permitting drilling
