DRILL BIT 7/16 TURBOMAX JOBBER HSS* - Irwin

The Irwin HN73128 7/16" Turbomax Jobber HSS Drill Bit is engineered for professional technicians and mechanics seeking reliable performance and extended tool life in demanding environments. This high-speed steel (HSS) drill bit delivers precision and efficiency across a wide range of materials, making it an essential tool for high-performance drilling tasks.

Key Features

• Self-Centering Turbomax 135° Split Point Tip: Designed to eliminate bit walking, this advanced tip ensures immediate starts and clean entry on both flat and curved surfaces without the need for a pilot hole.
• Premium M-2 Grade High-Speed Steel (HSS) Construction: Crafted from robust M-2 HSS, the drill bit provides exceptional strength, heat resistance, and wear resistance for prolonged professional use.
• Black and Gold Oxide Finish: This durable coating enhances corrosion resistance, contributing to a longer tool life and maintaining performance under frequent heavy use.
• Three-Flatted Shank: The 7/16" drill bit features a three-flatted shank design, ensuring a superior grip in keyless chucks and preventing slippage during high-torque applications.
• Optimized for Rapid Drilling: The advanced tip geometry is engineered to maintain sharpness and drill significantly faster than conventional bits, boosting productivity for professionals.

Applications

The Irwin HN73128 Turbomax Jobber HSS drill bit is an ideal choice for high-performance drilling tasks, particularly with portable drills in automotive repair and industrial fabrication. It excels in diverse materials, including ferrous and non-ferrous metals, low carbon steel, alloy steel, wood, and various plastics such as PVC. Its ability to accurately center on curved surfaces makes it a valuable asset where precise hole placement is crucial, for instance, when drilling into pipes or rounded automotive components. For optimal performance and extended bit life when working with stainless steel, the use of a cutting fluid is recommended.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Irwin
• Model Number: HN73128
• Drill Bit Diameter: 7/16" (0.4375")
• Overall Length: 5-1/2"
• Flute Length: 4-1/16"
• Material: High-Speed Steel (HSS)
• Coating: Black and Gold Oxide
• Point Angle: 135° TurboMax Split Point
• Shank Type: Three-Flat
• Cutting Direction: Right-Hand Spiral