Drill America
Drill America DEWPIL7/8X5/16 7/8" x 5/16" counterbore pilot
Interchangeable pilot for two-piece counterbore tools, fitting 7/8 inch cutters with a 5/16 inch shank
- Interchangeable pilot adds flexibility for counterboring tasks
- Two-piece construction separates shank and cutter for versatile use
- Designed for spot-facing shallow holes up to 1/8" depth
- Suitable for counterboring deeper holes for bolt seating
- California Proposition 65 warning for cancer and reproductive harm
Product Identity
This Drill America counterbore pilot measures 7/8 inch outer diameter with a 5/16 inch shank. It belongs to a two-piece counterboring system where the pilot interchanges with the cutter body. The component is supplied new and carries California Proposition 65 warnings for cancer and reproductive harm.
Fit and Exclusions
Machinists who need a replaceable pilot for existing Drill America counterbore cutters will find the correct dimensions here. Buyers who want a complete counterbore tool with cutter included should look elsewhere because this listing covers only the pilot portion.
Deciding Specification
The critical specification is the 5/16 inch shank diameter that must match the counterbore cutter's pilot hole. If your cutter accepts a different shank size this pilot will not fit and the job cannot proceed.
Highlights
- Interchangeable pilot adds flexibility for counterboring tasks
- Two-piece construction separates shank and cutter for versatile use
- Designed for spot-facing shallow holes up to 1/8" depth
- Suitable for counterboring deeper holes for bolt seating
- California Proposition 65 warning for cancer and reproductive harm
Specifications
| Brand | DRILL AMERICA |
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Questions about this item
What shank diameter does the 7/8" counterbore pilot require?
The pilot fits a 5/16" shank on the matching counterbore cutter.
How is the pilot secured during installation, and what step is often missed?
Insert the pilot into the cutter body and tighten the set screw fully; skipping the screw allows the pilot to spin loose.
When should the pilot be replaced to maintain accurate counterbores?
Replace it when the tip shows visible wear or the counterbore depth becomes inconsistent.
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