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Chicago-Latrobe

Chicago-Latrobe 44016 118 Degree Jobber Length Drill Bit 1/4 in High Speed Steel

SKU CH-FDEH-R3YY2

A 1/4 inch high-speed steel jobber drill bit with a 118-degree conventional point for general-purpose drilling

  • TypeDrill Bits
  • MaterialHigh Speed Steel
  • High Speed Steel resists wear on general drilling tasks
  • 118 degree point centres the bit quickly in metal and wood
  • Jobber length gives standard reach for everyday holes
  • 1/4 inch fractional size matches common chuck capacities
  • Black oxide finish reduces friction and chip welding

Chicago-Latrobe 44016 Jobber Drill Bit

The Chicago-Latrobe 44016 is a jobber-length drill bit made from high-speed steel with a black oxide finish. It features a 118-degree conventional point angle and a 1/4-inch fractional size with a 0.2500 decimal equivalent. Designed for general-purpose drilling, it suits maintenance, fabrication and automotive tasks.

Suits general-purpose metal and wood drilling

This bit suits users drilling steel, cast iron, aluminium or wood in handheld or press-mounted drills. The 118-degree point centres easily without a pilot hole. Builders needing coolant-through capability, carbide tips or specialised coatings for high-temperature alloys should look at other tooling.

Black oxide finish aids chip flow

The black oxide surface treatment helps reduce friction and improves chip evacuation during drilling. It also provides a degree of corrosion protection for storage. No coolant holes or specialised coatings are included, so cutting fluid must be applied externally for demanding metalwork.

Highlights

  • High Speed Steel resists wear on general drilling tasks
  • 118 degree point centres the bit quickly in metal and wood
  • Jobber length gives standard reach for everyday holes
  • 1/4 inch fractional size matches common chuck capacities
  • Black oxide finish reduces friction and chip welding

Specifications

BrandCHICAGO-LATROBE
TypeDrill Bits
MaterialHigh Speed Steel

Questions about this item

What drill chuck size is needed to hold the 1/4 inch shank of this jobber bit?

A chuck that opens to at least 1/4 inch (0.2500 decimal equivalent) will grip the straight shank securely.

Will the 118 degree conventional point start cleanly in the mild steel I usually drill with older high-speed-steel bits?

Yes, the 118 degree point angle is the standard geometry for general-purpose drilling in mild steel and works the same way as older HSS bits.

How can I confirm the bit is cutting correctly once it is in the chuck?

The bit should produce continuous chips, run without excessive vibration, and leave a round hole at the 0.2500 diameter.

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