11/64-Inch Gold Oxide Drill Bit - Vermont American

The Vermont American 12161 11/64-Inch Gold Oxide Drill Bit provides consistent performance for professional automotive, industrial, and MRO applications. Designed for demanding daily shop and fleet maintenance, this professional-grade bit delivers reliable hole quality across various materials, making it a dependable choice for technicians and mechanics.

Key Features

• High-speed steel (HSS) construction provides dependable strength and wear resistance, contributing to extended tool life in repetitive drilling tasks.
• Gold oxide coating minimizes friction and heat buildup, facilitating cleaner cuts and supporting prolonged bit durability during continuous use.
• Precision-ground tip ensures accurate starts and minimizes bit walking on sheet metal, improving overall hole accuracy for critical installations.
• The 11/64-inch size is a common and versatile choice for creating pilot holes for brackets, clamps, light hardware, and self-tapping screws in various professional applications.
• General-purpose geometry is effective across mild steel, aluminum, brass, wood, and many plastics encountered in professional workshops and fabrication.

Applications

The Vermont American 12161 drill bit is suitable for a range of professional applications, including maintenance and repair of passenger vehicles, light trucks, and heavy equipment. It excels at creating precise pilot holes for mounting brackets on vehicle body panels, installing clamps and supports on undercar components, and light fabrication work involving sheet metal and mild steel. Technicians can rely on its performance when working with aluminum and brass components, as well as various plastics found in interior trim and composite materials. Within facility and fleet maintenance, this bit supports tasks such as jig and fixture building, cabinet work, and general equipment service.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Vermont American
• Model: 12161
• Size: 11/64 inch
• Material: High-speed steel (HSS) with gold oxide coating