Chicago-Latrobe
Chicago-Latrobe 44040 118 Degree Jobber Length Drill Bit
A general-purpose jobber-length drill bit with a 118-degree point angle made from high-speed steel with a black oxide finish
- TypeDrill Bits
- 118-degree point starts holes cleanly on steel and wood
- 5/8-inch diameter handles heavy-duty fastening tasks
- High-speed steel construction resists heat during extended drilling
- Black oxide finish reduces friction and chip welding
- Jobber length provides standard reach for bench and handheld use
Chicago-Latrobe 44040 Jobber Drill Bit
This Chicago-Latrobe 44040 is a general-purpose jobber length drill bit designed for standard drilling tasks. It features a 5/8 inch diameter with a decimal equivalent of 0.6250 and a conventional 118 degree point angle. The bit is constructed from high speed steel with a black oxide finish for durability. It suits professionals and DIY users needing a reliable fractional inch bit.
Verify Chuck Capacity And Material Suitability
Before ordering, confirm your drill chuck accommodates a 5/8 inch shank diameter. Ensure the workpiece material is compatible with high speed steel and a 118 degree conventional point. This bit has no coolant holes and is not coolant-through, so external cooling may be needed for deep holes. Check that fractional inch sizing matches your project requirements.
Suits General Drilling In Steel And Wood
This bit suits users drilling mild steel, cast iron, or wood where a standard 118 degree point performs well. It is not for buyers who need a split point for self-centering or reduced walking. Builders requiring cobalt or carbide for hardened steel should look elsewhere. Users needing coolant-through capability for deep-hole drilling must choose a different design.
Highlights
- 118-degree point starts holes cleanly on steel and wood
- 5/8-inch diameter handles heavy-duty fastening tasks
- High-speed steel construction resists heat during extended drilling
- Black oxide finish reduces friction and chip welding
- Jobber length provides standard reach for bench and handheld use
Specifications
| Brand | CHICAGO-LATROBE |
|---|---|
| Type | Drill Bits |
Questions about this item
What does the 44040 jobber-length drill bit include, and what must I supply?
The 44040 is a single 5/8-inch high-speed-steel bit with a 118-degree conventional point and black-oxide finish; you provide the drill motor and any cutting fluid.
How do I decide between the fractional 5/8-inch size and the .6250 decimal equivalent listed for the 44040?
They are the same diameter — .6250 inch is the decimal form of 5/8 inch — so choose the notation your drawings or chuck markings use.
What does the 118-degree point angle mean when the 44040 is chucked in a hand drill?
The 118-degree conventional point centres quickly in steel, wood or plastic and clears chips through the standard flutes without needing coolant holes.
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