We take cryptocurrency — so the coins you hold can buy real hardware.Pay in crypto, spend it on real hardware. Free insured shipping worldwide over $399. Plain, unbranded boxes, sent from Germany.Free insured shipping over $399. Your rate is locked for 30 minutes once checkout opens.Rate locked 30 minutes. Every item sealed, serial-checked and covered by a 24-month warranty.Sealed, 24-month warranty.

Saved items Sign in
Small bright uncoated carbide jobber drill bit with split point 118 degree angle 13/64 inch shank

Cleveland

Cleveland #6 Carbide 118° Jobber Drill Bit 0.2040 13/64

SKU CH-171C-9SKPB

A solid-carbide jobber drill with a 118-degree split point for right-hand cutting in a 13/64-inch shank

  • Product typeDrill Bits
  • Solid carbide construction resists wear in abrasive materials
  • 118-degree split point starts accurately without centre punch
  • Jobber length gives 4xD reach for general-purpose drilling
  • Bright uncoated finish suits non-ferrous and cast-iron work
  • Manufactured to ASME B94.11M standard for consistent geometry

Cleveland #6 Carbide Jobber Drill Bit

This solid-carbide jobber drill bit carries the #6 wire-gauge designation and a 118-degree split point for accurate starts. It is intended for machinists and maintenance technicians who need a rigid, wear-resistant tool for short-run drilling in abrasive or hardened materials. The bright, uncoated finish suits general-purpose use where coating buildup is undesirable.

Installation and common issues

The bit fits any standard 13/64-inch chuck or collet, so no special holders are required. Because solid carbide is brittle, excessive run-out or lateral pressure can cause immediate fracture. Ensure the workpiece is rigidly clamped and use a constant feed rate; peck drilling is recommended when the 4xD depth-to-diameter ratio is approached.

Capacity and headroom

The 1-3/4-inch flute length and 3-inch overall length give a practical drilling depth near the 4xD limit defined by ASME B94.11M-1993. In softer alloys the bit maintains size well beyond that depth, but in high-strength steels or composites the cutting edges dull quickly once the recommended depth is exceeded. Coolant-fed operation is not supported on this model.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Bits, Hole Saws & Accessory Kits, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $30.99
Typical for this category: the median of 5,493 items is $27.99.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameCLEVELAND
Product typeDrill Bits

Questions about this item

How do I confirm the split-point tip is drilling straight after setup?

The 118° split-point design self-centres on contact, so the bit starts without wandering; check that the hole entry is clean and the drill runs true at the 0.2040 diameter.

What comes in the box and what must I supply?

The box contains the solid-carbide jobber bit only; you will need a drill chuck that accepts a 13/64 in. shank and your own cutting fluid if the material requires it.

When should I choose the #6 wire-gauge size versus another gauge?

Select the #6 size (0.2040 in. decimal, 13/64 in. shank) when the drawing or tap chart calls for that exact diameter; other gauges in the 1727 series cover different hole sizes.

More in Bits, Hole Saws & Accessory Kits

Similar items