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Chicago-Latrobe 5-piece reduced shank drill bit set in black oxide finish

Chicago-Latrobe

Chicago-Latrobe 56340 5-Piece Reduced Shank Drill Bit Set List 2395

SKU CH-JB9C-DCAX9

Five high-speed steel drill bits with 118-degree conventional points and black oxide finish for right-hand cutting

  • Product typeDrill Bits
  • 5-piece set covers common drilling tasks
  • 118-degree conventional point starts cleanly in metal
  • High-speed steel construction resists heat during use
  • Black oxide finish reduces friction and corrosion

Five-piece reduced-shank drill bit set

The Chicago-Latrobe 56340 set contains five high-speed steel drill bits with a reduced shank design. Each bit features a conventional 118-degree point angle and right-hand cutting direction. A black oxide finish adds surface protection during use. The set is identified by list number 2395 and suits general-purpose drilling tasks.

Practical limits of the 118-degree conventional

The standard point geometry works well in mild steel, aluminium and wood but can wander on hardened materials without a pilot hole. Reduced shanks allow use in smaller chucks yet limit the maximum flute length available for deep holes. High-speed steel dulls faster than cobalt or carbide when drilling abrasive alloys. Black oxide coating reduces friction but does not eliminate the need for cutting fluid in sustained operations.

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Price $49.99
Pricier than about 67% of the 5,493 comparable items (median $27.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCHICAGO-LATROBE
Product typeDrill Bits

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 5-piece set with list number 2395 or a larger kit?

The 5-piece reduced shank set covers the most common drilling tasks; add more bits only if you need sizes outside this range.

What does the 118-degree point angle do in my drill press?

The 118-degree conventional point centres quickly in steel and wood, giving clean starts without a pilot hole.

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