{"product_id":"drill-bit-hss-standard-17-5mm-reduced-shank-1-card","title":"Drill Bit Hss Standard 17.5mm Reduced Shank 1\/card","description":"\u003c!-- Description --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch3\u003eTork Craft Drill Bit — HSS 17.5 mm Reduced Shank\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n  \u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\r\n    A heavy-duty \u003cstrong\u003e17.5 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e twist drill bit made from high-speed steel (HSS), featuring a \u003cstrong\u003ereduced shank\u003c\/strong\u003e so it fits into chucks that can’t grip the full diameter. Perfect for structural, fabrication or engineering applications.\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\u003e17.5 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eReduced shank design for compatibility with limited-capacity chucks\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eHigh-speed steel (HSS) construction for durability and edge retention\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eTwist flute geometry for efficient chip removal\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eSupplied individually in a carded packaging (1 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  \u0026lt;\u003cul\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eEnables use of a large-diameter bit where full-diameter chucks aren’t supported\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eRobust performance for metalwork, general fabrication and workshop tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eMaintains stability and alignment 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\"\u003eDR10175\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\"\u003e17.5 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 Uses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eMetal fabrication, structural drilling, workshop use\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 chuck grips the reduced portion completely to avoid slippage\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eUse appropriate RPM and feed rates—lower speeds for hard metals\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eWithdraw the bit periodically during deep drilling to clear chips and reduce heat\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 help guide this large bit and prevent wandering\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n      \u003cli\u003eCheck for run-out after mounting—the effect is magnified 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 the material is firmly clamped or secured\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eFeed steadily—don’t force the bit\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eEnsure the drill is at proper speed before engaging work\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Saddle Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67527065567522,"sku":"DR10175","price":220.8,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/saddlecreek.co.za\/products\/drill-bit-hss-standard-17-5mm-reduced-shank-1-card","provider":"Saddle Creek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}