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Solid carbide twist drill, 4.00 mm diameter, gold finish

M.A. Ford

M.A. Ford Twister Xd 5X Solid Carbide Drill 4.00 mm 2XDSR1575A

SKU CH-R5CF-80AQ5

Solid carbide drill bit creates 4.00 mm holes with five-times-diameter reach

  • Solid-carbide construction resists wear for long tool life
  • Twister Xd 5X geometry enables efficient chip evacuation
  • 00 mm diameter suits precise drilling tasks
  • M.A. Ford manufacturing delivers consistent cutting performance
  • California Proposition 65 warning informs safe handling practices

Solid Carbide Drill 4.00 mm

The M.A. Ford Twister Xd 5X is a solid carbide drill built for precision hole-making in demanding materials. It suits machinists and maintenance technicians who need reliable performance in steel, stainless steel and high-temperature alloys. The 4.00 mm diameter matches common fastener and dowel sizes. This new tool arrives ready for immediate use in CNC machines or rigid drill presses.

Sustained Load Behaviour

The solid carbide construction maintains cutting geometry under continuous drilling cycles where high-speed steel would dull quickly. Heat resistance allows consistent feed rates through deep holes without frequent tool changes. The 5X diameter-to-length ratio supports reach while limiting deflection in stable setups. California Proposition 65 notices apply to this product.

Upgrade Context

This drill replaces general-purpose high-speed steel bits when hole quality and tool life become critical. The jump is worth it for repeated operations in abrasive or work-hardening materials where re-sharpening downtime adds cost. It is not for hand-held drilling or intermittent low-speed use where carbide brittleness increases breakage risk. Buyers needing larger diameters or different length ratios should select another variant.

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Price $75.99
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Brand nameM.A. FORD

Questions about this item

Does the 4.00 mm solid carbide drill generate noticeable heat during extended drilling sessions?

Solid carbide construction helps dissipate heat efficiently, so the bit stays cooler than high-speed steel alternatives during prolonged use.

What shank size or tool holder is required for the Twister Xd 5X drill to fit my drill press?

The drill uses a standard round shank that matches common 4 mm collets and three-jaw chucks found on most drill presses and hand drills.

Will the 1575 series carbide drill work reliably in older cast-iron or mild-steel workpieces without premature wear?

The Twister Xd geometry is designed for a wide range of ferrous materials, including older cast iron and mild steel, maintaining edge life in those applications.

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