Description
Overview:
The Addax HSS Jobber Drill Bit 5/16 inch (7.94 mm) is a general‐purpose metalworking bit made from M2 alloyed high-speed steel for dependable drilling in tough materials. Built to DIN 338 standards, it features a straight shank and jobber length, making it suitable for use in cordless drill drivers, hand drills, and pillar/drill presses. It performs well in alloy steel, cast iron, non‐ferrous metals such as aluminium and brass, and plastics, offering consistent accuracy for everyday workshop and site tasks. The 5/16 inch (7.94 mm) diameter is a useful size for brackets, guards, plates, and fixtures. Manufactured by Addax (MPN 902 0662 10PK), this bit is designed for clean cutting, stability in standard 3‐jaw chucks, and long service life when used with appropriate speeds and feeds.
Key Features:
- M2 alloyed HSS for strength, wear resistance, and edge retention in metalworking
- Conforms to DIN 338: straight shank, jobber length, suitable for general-purpose drilling
- Diameter: 5/16 inch (7.94 mm) for medium-sized holes in common fabrication and maintenance jobs
- Reliable in alloy steel, cast iron, aluminium, brass, copper, and plastics when used correctly
- Good concentricity for accurate hole sizing and reduced wander on start
- Compatible with cordless drills, mains hand drills, and drill presses using standard 3‐jaw chucks
- Efficient flute geometry aids chip clearance in metals for smoother drilling
- Works well with cutting fluid on steels and cast iron to improve finish and tool life
- Ready to use out of the box; no special collets or adaptors required
Typical Applications:
General fabrication, site installation, MRO, metal framing, and workshop tasks. Ideal for drilling holes in brackets, plates, angle, channel, and box section; vehicle and machinery repairs; fixing electrical boxes and conduit saddles; and clean holes in aluminium profiles and plastic panels. Suitable for jig work on drill presses and controlled drilling on handheld tools.
Also known as:
Twist drill, jobber length HSS bit, metalworking twist bit, HSS metal bit, straight‐shank twist drill, 7.94 mm drill, 5/16 in metal bit, round‐shank HSS twist bit, jobber metal drill.
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 902 0662 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Addax |
| OEM No. | 902 0662 10PK |
| Unit of Sale | 1 Piece |
| Machine Type | Drills |
| Key Features | - M2 alloyed HSS for strength and wear resistance - Conforms to DIN 338 with straight shank - 5/16 inch (7.94 mm) diameter for medium holes - Compatible with cordless drills and drill presses - Efficient flute geometry aids chip clearance in metals |

