{"product_id":"drill-bit-hss-morse-taper-18-5mm-x-mt2","title":"Drill Bit Hss Morse Taper 18.5mm X Mt2","description":"\u003c!-- Description --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch3\u003eTork Craft Drill Bit — HSS Morse Taper 18.5 mm × MT2\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n  \u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\r\n    Industrial-grade \u003cstrong\u003e18.5 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e high-speed steel (HSS) twist drill bit with a \u003cstrong\u003eMorse Taper 2 (MT2)\u003c\/strong\u003e shank. Designed for precise, secure mounting in MT2 taper systems—ideal for drilling steel, cast iron, aluminium, and plastics under demanding conditions.\r\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003c!-- Features --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch4\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n  \u003cul\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e18.5 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e diameter — suited for large-bore tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMorse Taper-2 (MT2)\u003c\/strong\u003e shank for stable taper mounting.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHSS construction\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures durability, toughness and cutting precision.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003ePrecision flutes for efficient chip removal and cooler cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eSupplied individually (one bit per card).\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n  \u003c!-- Benefits --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch4\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n  \u003cul\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect taper mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e no adapters needed when using MT2-compatible machines.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e built for rigorous industrial drilling tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision:\u003c\/strong\u003e taper mounting helps reduce run-out and maintain hole quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003c!-- Specifications --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n  \u003ctable class=\"table SpecsTable\"\u003e\r\n    \u003cthead\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\r\n        \u003cth class=\"SpecsSubHeading\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n        \u003cth class=\"SpecsSubHeading\"\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eTork Craft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eModel \/ Cat No.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eDR50185\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eTwist drill bit (HSS) with Morse taper shank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003e18.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eShank Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eMorse Taper 2 (MT2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eHigh-speed steel (HSS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003ePack Quantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003e1 bit \/ card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eMachine drilling in steel, cast iron, aluminium, plastics and workshop tasks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExtra Info\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003c!-- Extra Information --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch4\u003eExtra Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n  \u003cul\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eUse cutting fluid when drilling ferrous materials to reduce heat and wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eAdjust spindle speeds according to material hardness—slower for steel, faster for softer materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eEnsure taper surfaces (bit and socket) are clean prior to mounting for optimal seating.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n  \u003c!-- Pro Tip --\u003e\r\n  \u003cdiv class=\"tip-products\"\u003e\r\n    \u003ch4\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n    \u003cul\u003e\r\n      \u003cli\u003eWipe both the drill bit taper and machine socket before use to maintain a precise, tight fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n      \u003cli\u003eOn deep holes, withdraw periodically to clear chips and manage heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSafety\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003c!-- Safety --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch4\u003eSafety\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n  \u003cul\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eAlways wear \u003cstrong\u003eeye protection\u003c\/strong\u003e while drilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eClamp or secure the workpiece before operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eFeed with steady pressure — don’t force the bit.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eVerify taper seating before applying full load to ensure alignment and safety.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Saddle Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67524598464802,"sku":"DR50185","price":573.28,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/saddlecreek.co.za\/products\/drill-bit-hss-morse-taper-18-5mm-x-mt2","provider":"Saddle Creek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}