Features
- Durable design with thicker web for strength and longevity
- Efficient chip clearance with specially designed flute
- Secure grip with 3-Flat shank
- Corrosion-resistant black oxide coating
Specifications
| Coating | Black Oxide |
| Application | Metal, Wood, Plastic |
| Flute Length | 2-7/8" |
| Decimal Equivalent | 0.2656 |
| Pack Qty | 1 Pack |
| Size | 17/64" |
| Diameter | 17/64" |
| Length | 4-1/8" |
| Shank | 3-Flat |
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This jobber length drill bit is designed for durability and long life. It features a thicker core to provide strength and protect against breakage. The design includes a flute that clears chips efficiently, and a 3-Flat Secure-Grip shank to keep the bit secure in the chuck. The 135° split point tip allows for precise starting and reduces walking when drilling.
Model Number: 48-89-2723
Project Ideas
Business
Custom Furniture Manufacturing
Start a business creating custom furniture pieces, leveraging the precision and durability of the 17/64" Thunderbolt Black Oxide Drill Bit for drilling accurate holes for joints, dowels, and hardware.
Home Improvement Services
Offer home improvement services where precise drilling is required, such as installing shelves, curtain rods, and cabinetry. The reliable performance of this drill bit will enhance service quality and customer satisfaction.
Metal Fabrication Shop
Open a metal fabrication shop specializing in custom metal parts and sculptures. Use the 17/64" Thunderbolt Black Oxide Drill Bit to drill precise holes in metal sheets and components, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship.
Woodworking Workshops
Conduct woodworking workshops teaching participants how to create various projects using quality tools like the 17/64" drill bit. This can include making furniture, decorative items, and practical household objects.
Custom Signage Business
Establish a business creating custom signs from wood and metal. Use the drill bit to create precise mounting holes and decorative elements, offering clients unique and durable signage solutions.
Creative
Custom Wooden Jewelry Boxes
Use the 17/64" Thunderbolt Black Oxide Drill Bit to create precise holes for hinges and decorative inlays in custom wooden jewelry boxes. The durability and precision of the drill bit will ensure clean, accurate holes.
DIY Metal Wall Art
Craft unique metal wall art by drilling precise holes in metal sheets to create intricate designs. The drill bit's 135° split point tip will help start holes accurately, reducing walking and ensuring a professional finish.
Handcrafted Birdhouses
Build charming birdhouses out of wood by drilling clean entry holes and attachment points for perches with the 17/64" drill bit. Its efficient chip clearance will make the process smooth and quick.
Personalized Key Holders
Create personalized key holders from wood or metal by drilling holes for hooks and decorative elements. The durable design of the drill bit ensures you can handle multiple projects without compromising on quality.
Upcycled Furniture Projects
Transform old furniture into new, stylish pieces by drilling new attachment points or decorative accents. The secure grip of the 3-Flat shank will keep the bit stable, ensuring clean, precise holes.