Westward
Westward 9/32" HSS Black Oxide 118° Jobber Drill Bit
High-speed steel jobber drill bit with 118-degree point and black oxide finish for 9/32-inch holes
- TypeAngle, Pitch & Slope Locators
- Drills precise holes with 118-degree conventional point
- High-speed steel construction resists wear during use
- Black oxide finish reduces friction and corrosion
- Fractional 9/32-inch size matches common applications
- Decimal equivalent 0.2813 ensures accurate sizing
9/32" HSS Jobber Drill Bit
This Westward drill bit is manufactured from high-speed steel with a black oxide finish for general-purpose drilling. The 118-degree conventional point angle suits a wide range of materials including metal, wood, and plastic. It is designed for trade professionals and maintenance technicians who require a reliable fractional-inch bit.
Black Oxide Finish Benefits
The black oxide surface treatment helps reduce friction and chip welding during operation. This coating also provides a degree of corrosion resistance compared to uncoated bright-finish bits. The conventional point geometry allows for easy resharpening on standard equipment without specialised tooling.
Suited For General Workshop Use
This fractional 9/32 inch bit suits machinists and fabricators drilling standard clearance or tap holes in ferrous and non-ferrous alloys. Users requiring coolant-through capability or specialised point geometries such as split-point or brad-point designs should select an alternative bit style.
Highlights
- Drills precise holes with 118-degree conventional point
- High-speed steel construction resists wear during use
- Black oxide finish reduces friction and corrosion
- Fractional 9/32-inch size matches common applications
- Decimal equivalent 0.2813 ensures accurate sizing
Specifications
| Brand | Westward |
|---|---|
| Type | Angle, Pitch & Slope Locators |
Questions about this item
When will the 118-degree conventional point on this 9/32" HSS bit need resharpening or replacement?
Resharpen when the cutting lips show visible rounding or the bit walks on centre-punch marks; high-speed steel takes many resharpenings before the flute length is exhausted.
What limits continuous drilling with this black-oxide jobber bit before it must cool?
Heat buildup at the 118-degree tip is the first limit; withdraw frequently to clear chips and let the high-speed steel dissipate temperature.
How hot or noisy does this 0.2813-inch drill bit get during all-day use?
The bit itself runs warm to the touch and produces typical high-speed steel drilling noise; no internal fan or motor contributes additional heat or sound.
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