Vermont American 11856 Number 56 Jobber Drill Bit, Black Oxide W - Vermont American

The Vermont American 11856 Number 56 Jobber Drill Bit is engineered for professionals requiring precise, non-fractional hole creation across diverse materials. This specialized wire gauge drill bit, crafted from high-speed steel with a durable black oxide finish, delivers the exact sizing essential for critical applications such as tapping and general-purpose drilling in demanding industrial and automotive environments. It provides reliable performance and resistance to wear, making it an indispensable tool for accurate operations.

Key Features

• Wire Gauge Precision: Designed to drill exact, non-fractional hole sizes (0.0465" / 1.1811mm decimal equivalent), crucial for creating pilot holes that require specific tapping requirements for secure thread fit.
• High-Speed Steel (HSS) Construction: Manufactured from robust high-speed steel, ensuring reliable strength and exceptional resistance to wear for sustained performance in professional applications.
• Black Oxide Finish: Provides enhanced corrosion resistance, improved lubricity, and reduced friction, contributing to extended tool life and consistent performance. This finish also helps manage heat buildup during drilling.
• Optimized for Tapping: Essential for achieving proper thread fit by drilling the correct pilot hole diameter, especially suitable for common tap sizes up to 1/4-24.
• Versatile 118-Degree Standard Point: Offers an efficient cutting angle suitable for general-purpose drilling across a wide range of materials, including various metals, wood, and plastics.

Applications

This versatile jobber drill bit is a valuable addition to any professional's toolkit, suitable for:

• Metalworking: Creating precise pilot holes for tapping threads in various metal alloys common in fabrication, machinery repair, and automotive engine work.
• Automotive Repair: Ideal for specific drilling tasks requiring fine tolerances, such as preparing for thread repair, custom installations, or component modification in vehicle systems.
• Industrial Maintenance: Used in a broad spectrum of repair and fabrication tasks where exact hole sizing is critical for equipment integrity and operational reliability.
• Woodworking & Plasticworking: Drilling accurate, clean holes for fasteners or joinery in cabinetry, construction, custom fixtures, or producing exact diameter holes in different types of plastics without chipping.

Specifications

• Diameter: Number 56 (0.0465" / 1.1811mm)
• Flute Length: 3/4"
• Overall Length: 1-3/4"