14-30mm High Speed Steel Reduced Shank Drill Bit

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14-30mm High Speed Steel Reduced Shank Drill BitWith 1/2″ Straight Shank Technical Specifications
Product name Reduced Shank HSS twist drill
Material HSS 4241/4341/6542/M35
Process Fully ground/Milled
Shank 1/2″ shank/ 3/4” Shank
Size 14mm-50mm/17/32”-2”
Point Angle 118° / 135° or split point
Surface Finish Black Oxide/ Tin-coated/Polish white/Amber/Black&Gold /Black & White
Packing 10/5 Pcs in PVC Pouch, Plastic Box, Wood Box, Individually in Skin Card, Double Blister

Reduced shank drills expand the size range capacity of a portable drill chuck. Common flute and overall length for minimal adjustment during tool changes.

Design for drilling in low and medium tensile strength materials, such aluminum, iron, copper, brass and metal. Reduced shank drill bit is widely suitable for wood processing (Hardness of the material to be drilled should not exceed 29HRC.)

Reduced shank drill bits or blacksmith’s drill have shanks that are narrower than the drill diameter. This allows the drill bit to be fitted into smaller or portable chucks. Reduced shank drill bits are usually used in metalworks and are available in both metric and imperial standards.

Drill bits can have straight shanks narrower than the drill diameter so that they can be fitted in chucks not able to chuck the full diameter. These narrower shanks are referred to as reduced shank drill bits. The most common type of reduced shank drill bits are Silver & Deming bits with 1/2” reduced shanks.

A reduced shank drill bit has a shank (the part of the bit that locks into the drill) that is smaller in diameter than its cutting head. This allows you to drill larger, wider holes while still using standard, smaller power drills or drill presses without needing an oversized chuck.

Why Use a Reduced Shank?
Tool Compatibility: It prevents the need to buy a larger, heavier drill just to accommodate a larger bit. For example, it allows you to use up to a or larger drill bit in a standard or handheld drill chuck. Silver & Deming Drill Bits HSS6542 1/2″ Reduced Shank

Versatility: They are perfect for maintenance, construction, and repair jobs where only portable or limited-capacity equipment is available.

Key Types and Features
Silver & Deming (S&D) Drills: The most common type of reduced shank bit. They are traditionally made of high-speed steel (HSS), measure 6 inches in overall length, and feature a shank designed for heavy-duty drilling.

3-Flat Shanks: Many reduced shank bits feature three flat surfaces ground onto the shank. This provides extra grip and prevents the heavy bit from slipping or spinning inside the drill chuck while under a load. HSS 6542 1/2″ Reduced Shank Drill Bits For Wood Plastic Metal

Important Tips for Use
Go Slow: Because of the larger cutting diameter, these bits put more strain on the motor. Run your drill at a slower speed to prevent the bit from catching, which could cause damage or kickback.
Use Lubrication: When drilling through hard materials like steel, use cutting fluid or lubricant to keep the bit cool and extend its lifespan.

A drill bit’s shank is the non-working end that clamps into the drill’s chuck. It secures the bit, transfers torque from the tool, and determines which drill models (e.g., standard drills, impact drivers, or rotary hammers) are compatible. 16.5mm Reduced Shank Twist Drill Bits With 10mm Round Shank

Main features of reduced shank drill bits:

1. Material: The only manufacturer in China who uses DIN materials in batches to increase the carbon, tungsten, and molybdenum content, thus ensuring high carbon saturation and superior material properties. HSS M2 Reduced Shank Twist Drill Bit for Drilling Metal

2. Adopt unique high-speed steel heat treatment technology, such as slow heating, rapid cooling technology, high quenching temperature, and tempering temperature technology, and ox nitridation technology to improve wear resistance and rust resistance. Silver & Deming 1/2″ Reduced Shank HSS Twist Dril Bit For Metal Drilling

3. Straight drill below 13mm adopts a fully ground process, which not only has a good finish but also can ensure the radial run-out of the drill bit within 0.03. Drilled holes are more accurate. Similarly, the taper drill uses the outer diameter of the CNC outer circle to ensure that the radial run-out of the taper drill is also within 0.03 mm. Nitride Finish HSS Reduced Shank Twist Drill Bit For Metal Stainless Steel Aluminium Drilling Reduced Shank Drills

4. The groove shape of the drill bit has combined the shape of the parabolic, which makes the drill bit stronger and the chip removal smoother.

5. Through the technical innovation of high-speed steel twist drill, the life of the drill bit of our factory is generally higher 50% than the mainstream products in the domestic market, reaching the service life of international famous brands. HSS Blacksmith Reduced Shank Drill Bits

6. The second generation of hss drill is not only suitable for the processing of general steel such as carbon steel, but also for difficult to machine materials such as die steel and stainless steel. HSS 6542 Reduced Shank Twist Drill Bit