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Solid carbide Twister Xd 5X drill bit, 7.20 mm, metallic silver finish

M.A. Ford

M.A. Ford Twister Xd 5X Solid Carbide Drill 7.20 mm

SKU CH-N2EA-89MSJ

Solid carbide drill bit creates 7.20 mm holes with five-times-diameter reach

  • Solid-carbide construction resists wear for longer tool life
  • 5× diameter flute length enables deeper holes in one pass
  • 20 mm cutting diameter suits precise metric drilling
  • Twister Xd geometry improves chip evacuation and hole quality
  • California Proposition 65 warning informs safe handling practices

Application fit

The M.A. Ford Twister Xd is a 7.20 mm solid carbide drill built for high-performance drilling in tough materials. It suits machine shops and maintenance teams that need consistent hole quality and long tool life in steel, stainless steel and high-temperature alloys. The 5x diameter flute length supports deeper holes without pecking cycles.

Upgrade threshold

It replaces general-purpose HSS or cobalt drills when cycle time, hole accuracy or tool change frequency become bottlenecks. The step is justified when a job runs enough parts to amortise the higher unit cost through reduced downtime and scrap. Low-volume or soft-material work will not recover the investment.

Carbide constraints

Solid carbide delivers hardness and heat resistance but lacks the toughness of high-speed steel, so it demands rigid machines, stable fixtures and precise run-out control. Interrupted cuts, hand-held use or poor coolant supply will cause chipping or catastrophic breakage. The material also limits re-sharpening options compared with HSS.

How it compares

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Price $110.99
Pricier than about 85% of the 5,493 comparable items (median $27.99).

Specifications

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Brand nameM.A. FORD

Questions about this item

What chuck size does the 7.20 mm Twister Xd 5X drill require?

Use a chuck that accepts a 7.20 mm shank; a standard 8 mm or 3/8 inch three-jaw chuck will hold it securely.

How do I install the 2XDSR2835A drill bit without damaging the solid carbide tip?

Insert the bit fully into the chuck, tighten evenly, and start the hole at low RPM with steady pressure to avoid tip chatter.

When should I replace the Twister Xd 5X drill after drilling hardened steel?

Replace it when the cutting edges show visible wear, the drill produces excessive heat, or hole diameter exceeds tolerance.

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