Titanium Coated Step Drill Bit 1/4 In Shank, - 1/8 - 1/2 In by 3 - Vermont American

The Vermont American 13370 Titanium Coated Step Drill Bit is specifically engineered for professional automotive technicians and industrial mechanics. This versatile single bit provides precision and efficiency for drilling through thin materials, offering three common hole sizes from 1/8" to 1/2" to streamline tasks on modern vehicles and industrial equipment. Its robust construction ensures clean, accurate holes, enhancing productivity in demanding work environments.

Key Features

• Enhanced Durability: The titanium coating minimizes friction and heat buildup, significantly extending the bit's lifespan and maintaining edge sharpness when drilling through sheet metal, plastics, and light-gauge materials. This coating can provide up to six times longer life compared to standard high-speed steel bits.
• Versatile Hole Sizing: Features a step profile that covers 1/8" to 1/2" in three precise increments, enabling multiple hole sizes with a single tool and reducing the need for frequent bit changes.
• Broad Tool Compatibility: Equipped with a 1/4" hex shank, this drill bit securely fits standard drill chucks, impact drivers, and quick-change adapters commonly used in professional automotive and industrial shops.
• Clean, Burr-Resistant Holes: Optimized geometry is specifically designed for thin materials, consistently producing round, burr-resistant holes and reducing the need for secondary deburring operations.
• Compact and Lightweight Design: Weighing just 0.1 lb, its compact form factor offers enhanced control and maneuverability in confined spaces, such as tight engine bays and equipment panels.

Applications

This Vermont American step drill bit is an ideal solution for automotive technicians, upfitters, and industrial maintenance crews. It excels in applications involving sheet metal, plastics, and various light-gauge materials. Common uses include drilling or enlarging holes in vehicle body panels, creating firewall and dash pass-throughs for wiring, installing mounting holes for switches and accessories, and working on electrical boxes, enclosures, HVAC sheet metal, and light-gauge brackets. It is suitable for work on passenger vehicles, light trucks, fleet vans, and a wide range of industrial equipment panels where precise, clean holes in thin materials are critical.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Vermont American
• Model: 13370
• Coating: Titanium
• Shank: 1/4" hex
• Drilling Range: 1/8" – 1/2" (3 steps)
• Weight: 0.1 lb