Description
Overview:
The Timco HSS Blacksmith Drill is a robust, reduced-shank twist drill for accurate hole-making in tough materials. Made from high-speed steel (HSS) with a titanium nitride (TiN) coating, it combines strength with excellent wear resistance for longer service life. With an 18.0mm diameter and 160mm overall length, it is well suited to workshop and site drilling where a stable, clean cut is required. The 12.5mm shank with three flats provides a secure grip in standard drill chucks, helping to prevent slippage under load. Designed for use in hand-held drills and drill presses, it performs reliably in alloy steels, cast iron, non-ferrous metals, and many plastics, making it a practical choice for fabricators, engineers, and DIY users alike.
Key Features:
- High-speed steel construction for strength and heat resistance
- Titanium nitride (TiN) coating for improved durability and cutting efficiency
- 18.0mm diameter, 160mm overall length for rigidity and control
- 12.5mm reduced shank with three flats for a secure, non-slip chuck grip
- Designed for precise drilling in alloy steel, cast iron, non-ferrous metals, and plastics
- Compatible with most standard hand drills and drill presses
- Reduced-shank format allows larger holes using common chucks
- Smooth chip flow and clean hole finish when used with suitable cutting fluid
- Reliable choice for repetitive workshop tasks and on-site fabrication
- Can be re-sharpened with appropriate equipment to extend service life
Typical Applications:
General metal fabrication, bracket and plate work, enlarging existing holes, producing clean through-holes in box section, angle, and flat bar, and precision drilling in plastics and non-ferrous stock. Suitable for workshop benches and drill presses, as well as controlled hand-drilling on site. Not intended for impact or hammer action.
Also known as:
18 mm metal drill bit, blacksmiths bit, reduced-shank 18 mm twist drill, three-flat shank drill bit, TiN-coated metal drill, workshop metal drill, step-shank drill for larger holes.
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 902 1319 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Timco |
| OEM No. | BS18 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Drills |
| Key Features | - High-speed steel with titanium nitride coating for durability - 18.0mm diameter, 160mm length for stable drilling - 12.5mm shank with three flats prevents slippage - Suitable for alloy steel, cast iron, and plastics - Compatible with standard hand drills and drill presses |
