{"product_id":"drill-bit-hss-standard-14-5mm-reduced-shank-1-card","title":"Drill Bit Hss Standard 14.5mm Reduced Shank 1\/card","description":"\u003c!-- Description --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch3\u003eTork Craft Drill Bit — HSS 14.5 mm Reduced Shank\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n  \u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\r\n    A heavy-duty 14.5 mm high-speed steel (HSS) twist drill bit featuring a reduced shank. Enables use of large-diameter drilling while fitting into smaller chucks. Great for metalwork, fabrication, and general workshop needs.\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\u003e14.5 mm cutting diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e — suitable for large boreholes and structural joins.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced shank design\u003c\/strong\u003e — allows the bit to be used in chucks that can’t grip the full diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHSS construction\u003c\/strong\u003e — ensures durability, strength, and reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eTwist-flute geometry for efficient chip removal and cutting stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eSupplied as a single unit (carded) for replacement or specialty use.\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\u003eFlexibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e reduced shank means you don’t need oversized chucks for large holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobust performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e built for tougher drilling tasks across materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision:\u003c\/strong\u003e maintains alignment and cut stability even at large diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\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\"\u003eDR10145\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, reduced shank)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003e14.5 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\"\u003eReduced shank\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\"\u003eTypical Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eMetal drilling, fabrication, general workshop tasks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\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\u003eEnsure the chuck grips the reduced portion fully to avoid slippage under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eUse lower RPMs for metals and alloys to avoid overheating or tool wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eClear chips frequently during deep drilling to maintain cooling and prevent clogging.\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\u003eUse a pilot hole or center punch to start accurately—this helps the 14.5 mm bit stay stable.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n      \u003cli\u003eCheck run-out after mounting reduced-shank bits in your chuck — misalignment is more apparent at larger diameters.\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\u003eWear \u003cstrong\u003eeye protection\u003c\/strong\u003e when drilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eEnsure chuck grip is secure and fully engages the reduced shank section.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eUse steady feed and avoid forcing—especially with large diameters.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eClamp material to prevent movement or twist.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Saddle Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67527067599138,"sku":"DR10145","price":157.55,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/saddlecreek.co.za\/products\/drill-bit-hss-standard-14-5mm-reduced-shank-1-card","provider":"Saddle Creek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}