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Chicago-Latrobe

Chicago-Latrobe 44217 17/64 in 118 Degree Jobber Length Drill Bit

SKU CH-PK5E-GYT94

A 17/64 inch high-speed steel jobber drill bit with a 118 degree point for general-purpose drilling

  • Product typeDrill Bits
  • Main materialHAWA
  • 17/64 inch size matches precise fractional drilling needs
  • 118-degree point angle centres quickly in general-purpose materials
  • High-speed steel construction resists wear during repeated use
  • Bright uncoated finish allows easy inspection of cutting edges
  • Jobber length provides standard reach for common drilling tasks

Chicago-Latrobe 44217 17/64 in Jobber Drill Bit

This Chicago-Latrobe 44217 jobber length drill bit has a diameter of 17/64 in and a 118 degree conventional point. It is made from high speed steel with a bright uncoated finish. The decimal equivalent is 0.2656 in. It is a general purpose fractional inch bit for standard drilling tasks.

General purpose drilling with standard point angle

This bit suits users who need a 17/64 in high speed steel drill with a 118 degree point for general purpose work. It is not for buyers who need a coated bit for longer tool life. It is not for buyers who need a split point design for reduced walking. It is not for buyers who need coolant through capability for deep hole drilling.

17/64 in diameter with 118 degree conventional point

The 17/64 in diameter and 118 degree conventional point angle determine the hole size and starting behaviour. This combination suits general purpose drilling in a range of materials. The bright high speed steel finish is the other key factor for standard applications. Check that this exact size and point geometry match the job requirements.

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Price $1.99
Cheaper than about 99% of the 2,412 comparable items (median $81.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCHICAGO-LATROBE
Product typeDrill Bits
Size & build
Main materialHAWA

Questions about this item

How do I install the 17/64 in jobber length drill bit, and what step is often missed?

Insert the bright uncoated shank fully into the chuck, tighten securely on the flats, and verify the 118 degree point runs true before drilling; the step often missed is checking run-out after tightening.

What maintenance or replacement will the 17/64 in HSS drill bit need later?

The high speed steel cutting edges dull with use; resharpen the 118 degree conventional point to the original angle or replace the bit when the web thickness increases beyond practical resharpening.

What limit appears first on the 17/64 in bit during sustained drilling?

Heat buildup in the uncoated high speed steel causes temper loss at the 118 degree point, reducing hardness and cutting ability before wear becomes the primary issue.

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