{"product_id":"drill-bit-hss-standard-17-0mm-reduced-shank-1-card","title":"Drill Bit Hss Standard 17.0mm Reduced Shank 1\/card","description":"\u003c!-- Description --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch3\u003eTork Craft Drill Bit — HSS 17.0 mm Reduced Shank\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n  \u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\r\n    A heavy-duty \u003cstrong\u003e17.0 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e drill bit made of high-speed steel (HSS) with a \u003cstrong\u003ereduced shank\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed to be used where large diameter bits are required but full-size chucks aren’t available. Ideal for structural, fabrication, and mechanical uses.\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\u003eCutting diameter: \u003cstrong\u003e17.0 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eReduced shank for usability in smaller chucks\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eHigh-speed steel construction for toughness and edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eTwist\/flute geometry for chip evacuation\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eSingle, carded unit\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\u003eAllows using large bore bits even if the chuck cannot grip full size\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eSolid performance in metalwork, fabrication, and general workshop needs\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eStable cutting with minimal deflection despite the reduced section\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\"\u003eDR10170\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\"\u003e17.0 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\"\u003eFabrication, metal work, mechanical drilling\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\r\n  \u003c!-- Extra Information --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch4\u003eExtra Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n  \u003cul\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eEnsure the reduced shank is fully gripped by the chuck to avoid slippage\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eUse lower speeds for metal and tougher materials to reduce heat\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003ePeriodically withdraw during deep drilling to clear chips and maintain temperature control\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\u003eBegin with a pilot hole or center punch to minimize drift when starting\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n      \u003cli\u003eCheck bit run-out after mounting — even small misalignments amplify at large diameter\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 firm chuck grip on the reduced shank to avoid slippage\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eUse steady feed — do not force the bit\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eClamp or secure the workpiece to prevent movement\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eEnsure drill is at correct speed before start\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Saddle Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67527064977698,"sku":"DR10170","price":201.83,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/saddlecreek.co.za\/products\/drill-bit-hss-standard-17-0mm-reduced-shank-1-card","provider":"Saddle Creek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}