{"product_id":"drill-hss-18-5mm-135deg-1-card-reduced-shank-industrial-bit","title":"Drill Hss 18.5mm 135deg 1\/card Reduced Shank Industrial Bit","description":"\u003c!-- Description --\u003e\r\n  \u003ch3\u003eTork Craft Drill Bit — HSS 18.5 mm Reduced Shank Industrial Bit (135° Split Point)\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n  \u003cp itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\r\n    Heavy-duty \u003cstrong\u003e18.5 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e high-speed steel (\u003cstrong\u003eHSS\u003c\/strong\u003e) drill bit engineered for professional metal drilling. Features a precision-ground \u003cstrong\u003e135° split point\u003c\/strong\u003e for accurate, self-centering starts with minimal wandering. The \u003cstrong\u003ereduced shank\u003c\/strong\u003e design enables use with standard 13 mm chucks, perfect for workshop and industrial applications on steel, cast iron, aluminium 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\u003e18.5 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e cutting diameter for large and precise boreholes.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e135° split point\u003c\/strong\u003e provides fast, self-centering starts and reduces walking.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced shank\u003c\/strong\u003e allows use in smaller chucks (13 mm capacity).\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHSS construction\u003c\/strong\u003e for long-lasting cutting performance and durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003ePrecision-ground flutes ensure clean chip removal and reduced heat buildup.\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\u003eAccuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers true, straight holes with clean finishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEfficiency:\u003c\/strong\u003e optimized flute design improves chip clearance and speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for both handheld and stationary drilling applications.\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\"\u003eDR20185\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\"\u003e18.5 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, plastics, 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 appropriate cutting oil when drilling metal to extend bit life and reduce heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eAdjust drill speed depending on the material hardness.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eEnsure bit alignment before applying pressure to avoid damage or deflection.\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 \u003cstrong\u003ecenter punch\u003c\/strong\u003e to guide the bit and prevent wandering on smooth metal surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n      \u003cli\u003eFor deeper holes, drill in short bursts to remove chips and maintain cooler operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\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 during drilling operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli\u003eSecure the workpiece with a vice or clamp 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 steady, even pressure—do not force the bit.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Saddle Creek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67530321527074,"sku":"DR20185","price":581.33,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/saddlecreek.co.za\/products\/drill-hss-18-5mm-135deg-1-card-reduced-shank-industrial-bit","provider":"Saddle Creek","version":"1.0","type":"link"}