{"product_id":"drill-hss-18-0mm-135deg-1-card-reduced-shank-industrial-bit","title":"Drill Hss 18.0mm 135deg 1\/card Reduced Shank Industrial Bit","description":"\u003c!-- Description --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch3\u003eTork Craft Drill Bit — HSS 18.0 mm Reduced Shank Industrial Bit (135° Split Point)\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n  \u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\r\n    Professional-grade \u003cstrong\u003e18.0 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e high-speed steel (\u003cstrong\u003eHSS\u003c\/strong\u003e) drill bit designed for precision and durability. The \u003cstrong\u003e135° split point\u003c\/strong\u003e tip ensures fast, accurate starts with minimal wandering, while the \u003cstrong\u003ereduced shank\u003c\/strong\u003e design allows this large-diameter bit to fit standard 13 mm chucks. Ideal for drilling steel, aluminium, cast iron and plastics.\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\u003e18.0 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e diameter for large and accurate hole drilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e135° split point\u003c\/strong\u003e reduces walking and enables precise starts.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced shank\u003c\/strong\u003e fits standard 13 mm drill chucks for wider compatibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHSS construction\u003c\/strong\u003e for superior strength, edge retention and heat resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003ePrecision-ground flutes for smooth chip evacuation and reduced friction.\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\u003ePrecision starts:\u003c\/strong\u003e no need for pilot holes.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-lasting:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-speed steel construction resists dulling under heavy use.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile:\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for use on a variety of metals and plastics.\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\"\u003eDR20180\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003eIndustrial twist drill bit (HSS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eDiameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003e18.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecLeft\"\u003eTip Angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"SpecRight\"\u003e135° split point\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 (fits 13 mm chucks)\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\"\u003eSteel, aluminium, cast iron, plastic, general fabrication\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\u003eUse a cutting lubricant when drilling metals to extend bit life.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eRun at lower speeds on steel, higher on softer materials.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eEnsure firm workpiece clamping for clean, accurate holes.\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\u003eAlways mark the hole position with a \u003cstrong\u003ecenter punch\u003c\/strong\u003e to guide the bit’s split point.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n      \u003cli\u003eWhen drilling deep holes, use a peck-drilling motion to clear chips and cool the bit.\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\u003eSecure the workpiece in a clamp or vice before drilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eAllow the drill to reach full speed before contacting the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eApply even pressure—do not force the bit.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Saddle Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67530321232162,"sku":"DR20180","price":515.78,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/saddlecreek.co.za\/products\/drill-hss-18-0mm-135deg-1-card-reduced-shank-industrial-bit","provider":"Saddle Creek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}