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Industrial Solid Straight Shank Carbide Twist Drills for CNC Metalworking

Engineered for precision CNC drilling, our high-performance carbide twist drills deliver exceptional dimensional accuracy across cast iron, structural steel, and stainless steel. Featuring a 140° self-centering point geometry and wear-resistant PVD coating, these industrial carbide twist drills significantly enhance tool life in volume production. Durable Mills supplies premium straight shank carbide twist drills designed to minimize cycle times and machine downtime.

External / Flood
140°
M7
DIN6535HA h6
He/PT

Industrial Grade Carbide Twist Drills (External Coolant)

Manufactured by Durable Mills, these industrial carbide twist drills are designed for high-feed, rigid CNC holemaking applications. Configured for external cooling operations and built on a standard DIN 6535 HA straight shank, our carbide twist drills feature optimized web thinning and polished flutes that guarantee reliable chip evacuation and tight hole tolerances across challenging workpiece materials.

Key Engineering Characteristics

  • Cutting Edge Tolerance: Precision ground to m7 diameter tolerance for repeatable, high-accuracy hole sizing.
  • Shank Specification: DIN 6535 HA cylindrical shank ground to h6 tolerance, fully compatible with hydraulic chucks, shrink-fit systems, and high-precision collet holders.
  • Flute Geometry: Specially engineered helical chip flutes ensure rapid chip breaking and prevent re-cutting of metal chips.
  • Chisel Edge Design: Proprietary chisel edge thinning with 140° self-centering point geometry, minimizing radial runout and thrust load.
  • Advanced PVD Coating: High-hardness nano-composite coating (He/PT) providing exceptional thermal barrier resistance and anti-galling performance.
  • Application Materials: Gray cast iron, ductile iron, carbon steels, alloy steels, structural steels, and stainless steels.

Comprehensive Technical Specifications

All dimensions in millimeters (mm). For custom lengths or volume procurement, contact our technical support team.

Technical dimensions of DIN6535HA carbide twist drills with 140 degree point angle and flute geometry

Standard Series (Ø3.0mm – Ø12.0mm)

Cutting Dia. D (m7) Flute Length L3 Shank Dia. d (h6) Overall Length L Cutting Dia. D (m7) Flute Length L3 Shank Dia. d (h6) Overall Length L
3.0 – 5.2 20 Same as D 50 5.3 – 5.9 20 Same as D 50
6.0 – 7.5 30 Same as D 60 7.6 – 7.9 30 Same as D 60
8.0 – 9.8 40 Same as D 75 9.9 – 12.0 40 Same as D 75

Extended Flute / Long Series

Cutting Dia. D (m7) Flute Length L3 Shank Dia. d (h6) Overall Length L Series Type
4.0 – 6.7 (in 0.1mm increments) 40 Same as D 75 Extended Flute
6.8 – 7.9 (in 0.1mm increments) 40 Same as D 75 Extended Flute
8.0 – 12.0 (in 0.1mm increments) 60 Same as D 100 Long Series

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why choose carbide twist drills over conventional HSS drills?

Carbide twist drills provide significantly higher red-hardness and rigidity, allowing cutting speeds 3 to 5 times faster than HSS, reduced hole taper, and substantially longer service life in abrasive materials.

Is center drilling required before using these carbide twist drills?

No. Thanks to the corrected chisel edge and 140° self-centering point angle, these drills eliminate spot drilling or center drilling on flat workpiece surfaces, speeding up cycle times.

Can Durable Mills supply private label packaging and OEM custom dimensions?

Yes. We specialize in contract manufacturing, custom step diameters, specialized flute profiles, and laser-etched OEM branding for tooling distributors. Please email info@durablemills.com for specifications.

What coolant strategy works best with this external coolant series?

High-pressure external flood coolant directed at the drill flutes ensures efficient chip flushing and thermal dissipation, especially when drilling deep holes with the extended length series.

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