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CHICAGO-LATROBE Letter L High-Speed Steel Jobber-Length Drill - Chip-Clearing High-Speed Steel Jobber-Length Drill Bits
CHICAGO-LATROBEChip-Clearing High-Speed Steel Jobber-Length Drill Bits

CHICAGO-LATROBE Letter L High-Speed Steel Jobber-Length Drill

The CHICAGO-LATROBE Jobber Length Drill Bit (Letter L, MPN 68980) is a chip-clearing high-speed steel jobber-length drill bit with a 135° split point and parabolic flute design. It features a 0.2900-inch diameter…

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CHICAGO-LATROBE
Item
Letter L High-Speed Steel Jobber-Length Drill
Part Number
68980
Category
Chip-Clearing High-Speed Steel Jobber-Length Drill Bits
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Manufacturer Part Number
68980
Type
HSS, Parabolic Flute
Split Point
135°

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Product Description

The CHICAGO-LATROBE Jobber Length Drill Bit (Letter L, MPN 68980) is a chip-clearing high-speed steel jobber-length drill bit with a 135° split point and parabolic flute design. It features a 0.2900-inch diameter, engineered for efficient chip evacuation in industrial drilling applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CHICAGO-LATROBE Jobber Length Drill Bit 68980 used for?

This CHICAGO-LATROBE drill bit is designed for drilling precise holes in metal, wood, and plastic. Its 135° split point reduces walking and requires no center punch, while the parabolic flute clears chips efficiently in deep-hole applications. Common in maintenance, fabrication, and production environments.

What are the specifications of the CHICAGO-LATROBE 68980 drill bit?

The CHICAGO-LATROBE 68980 is a jobber-length drill bit with a letter L size (0.2900 inch diameter). It features a 135° split point, high-speed steel (HSS) construction, and a parabolic flute design for chip evacuation. The manufacturer part number is 68980.

Where to buy CHICAGO-LATROBE drill bits worldwide?

3G Electric supplies CHICAGO-LATROBE drill bits worldwide. As a global industrial distributor, we handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your location. Contact us for availability and lead time on the 68980 or other CHICAGO-LATROBE tooling.

How to select the right CHICAGO-LATROBE jobber drill bit?

Select based on material and hole depth. For metals, choose HSS with a 135° split point to prevent walking. Parabolic flutes improve chip clearance in deep holes. Match the letter or fractional size to your required diameter. CHICAGO-LATROBE offers various coatings for extended life in abrasive materials.

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Common applications for CHICAGO-LATROBE
Aerospace manufacturing — Chicago-Latrobe NAS-spec jobber-length drill bits (e.g., MPN 42631) for drilling holes in airframe components.
Metal fabrication — Chicago-Latrobe single-flute countersinks (e.g., MPN 56774) for deburring and chamfering holes in steel plates.
Machine shop — Chicago-Latrobe 82° countersinks (e.g., MPN 56738) for creating flush-mount recesses for flat-head screws in assemblies.
Maintenance and repair — Chicago-Latrobe 90° countersinks (e.g., MPN 56760) for chamfering holes and removing burrs on industrial equipment.
Automotive production — Chicago-Latrobe HSS drill bits for holemaking in engine blocks and chassis components.
General machining — Chicago-Latrobe countersinks in various body diameters for chamfering and deburring in job shops.
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CHICAGO-LATROBE Products

3G Electric supplies CHICAGO-LATROBE chip-clearing high-speed steel jobber-length drill bits. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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