1404 1/16" Jobber Drill Bit - Vermont American

The Vermont American 1404 1/16" Jobber Drill Bit (Model 10204) is a professional-grade tool engineered for technicians and mechanics who demand precision and durability in their drilling operations. Designed to excel in challenging automotive, fabrication, and industrial environments, this robust drill bit consistently delivers reliable results and extends tool life through demanding applications.

Key Features

• Carbide-Tipped Construction: Features a high-speed steel body with a brazed carbide tip, offering superior hardness and wear resistance to significantly prolong the bit's life when drilling into tough or abrasive metals.
• 1/16" Diameter: Precisely sized for creating smaller diameter holes, critical for intricate work in automotive repair, detailed fabrication, and industrial assembly tasks where accuracy is paramount.
• Split Point Tip: Designed for fast, accurate starts and to minimize bit "walking" on the workpiece surface, often eliminating the need for a pilot hole and enhancing user control.
• Straight Shank: Ensures broad compatibility and a secure grip in various power drills, drill presses, and common chuck systems, providing stable operation for consistent hole quality.
• Black Oxide Coating: Provides increased lubricity to reduce friction and heat buildup during drilling, while also offering additional corrosion resistance for enhanced tool durability in professional settings.

Applications

This versatile jobber drill bit is ideal for creating clean and accurate holes in a wide array of metallic materials encountered by professionals. It is commonly utilized in automotive repair for intricate engine work or body fabrication, industrial maintenance for equipment modification, and general machine shop applications. The 1/16" Jobber Drill Bit performs effectively in drilling through materials such as alloy steels, stainless steel, cast iron, and other hard metals, making it a reliable choice for professional-grade work.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Vermont American
• Model Number: 10204
• Product Name: 1404 1/16" Jobber Drill Bit
• Shank Diameter: 1/8"
• Overall Length: 6"
• Cutting Edge Length: 4.5"
• Flute Length: 1.5"
• Point Angle: 118°
• Helix Angle: 30°
• Taper: 3/4" per foot
• Coating: Black Oxide
• Material: High-Speed Steel with Carbide Tip
• Max RPM: 25,000
• Max Workpiece Speed: 150 SFM