High-Performance Spot Bit for Centering, Spotting, and Chamfering Hardened Steels up to 55 Rockwell C in Canada.
The Snail Tools HRC55 Solid Carbide Spotting Drill is a premium tool engineered for extreme precision and durability when working with medium-hard and hardened materials. Rated for machining up to 55 HRC (Rockwell C), this tool is ideal for pre-drilling and defining center points in tool steels and high-strength alloys before the main drilling operation. Its robust solid carbide construction, combined with a high-performance coating (e.g., TiAlN/PVD), ensures exceptional wear resistance and thermal stability. The geometry is versatile, allowing for both accurate spotting and precise 90 degree or 120 degree chamfering in a single pass, enhancing production efficiency.
Key Features & High-Hardness Performance
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Hardness Rating: HRC 55 – Specifically designed for efficient and reliable machining of materials hardened up to 55 Rockwell C, minimizing chipping and wear.
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Material: Solid Carbide – Provides the rigidity and hardness necessary to maintain edge integrity in difficult materials.
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Function: Precision Spotting & Chamfering – Creates accurately positioned start holes and smooth, uniform chamfers in one operation.
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Dimensions: Features a 5 mm cutting diameter and a 5 mm shank diameter, ensuring maximum stability and runout accuracy in metric holders.
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Geometry: Typically features a two-flute design with a strong core for high rigidity and stability.
Technical Specifications
| Detail | Specification | Material Suitability |
| Material | Solid Carbide (SC) | Tool Steels, Alloy Steels |
| Hardness Rating | Max HRC 55 | Medium-Hardened Materials |
| Cutting Diameter (D) | 5 mm | Cast Iron, Hardened Plastics |
| Shank Diameter (d) | 5 mm | Non-Ferrous Metals (Optional) |
| Overall Length (L) | 50 mm | Precision Machining |
| Flutes | 2 Flutes (Assumed) | CNC Applications |
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