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Chicago-Latrobe 53196 taper shank drill bit, high speed steel, black oxide finish

Chicago-Latrobe

Chicago-Latrobe 53196 118 Degree Taper Shank Drill Bit

SKU CH-M83B-43VQV

A high-speed steel taper shank drill bit with a 118-degree point for general-purpose drilling

  • Product typeDrill Bits
  • Main materialHAWA
  • General-purpose drilling with 118-degree point angle
  • Taper shank fits Morse taper holders directly
  • High-speed steel construction resists wear
  • Black oxide finish reduces friction and corrosion
  • 1-1/2 inch diameter handles large holes

118 Degree Taper Shank Drill Bit

The Chicago-Latrobe 53196 is a general-purpose taper shank drill bit designed for machining operations. It suits workshops and maintenance teams needing a reliable high-speed steel cutting tool.

Conventional Point Upgrade

This bit replaces worn or damaged taper shank drills with a fresh 118-degree conventional point. The jump is worth it when the existing bit no longer centres cleanly or produces rough holes in steel.

High Speed Steel Limits

High speed steel with black oxide coating handles standard drilling temperatures but loses hardness faster than cobalt or carbide under heavy feed rates. It is not suited for hardened alloys or continuous high-speed production runs.

How it compares

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Price $215.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 5,493 comparable items (median $27.99).

Specifications

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

Questions about this item

What taper shank size does the 53196 drill bit require in the machine spindle?

The 53196 bit uses a taper shank; match it to the corresponding Morse taper socket in your drill press or lathe for a secure friction fit.

How do you seat the 53196 bit so it will not spin or fall out under load?

Clean the shank and socket, insert the bit, then drive it home with a firm mallet blow on a drift or wood block until the taper locks solidly.

When does the 118-degree point on the 53196 need regrinding?

Regrind the 118-degree conventional point when cutting edges dull, chips turn powdery, or feed pressure rises sharply; a bench grinder or drill sharpener restores the angle.

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