TIMCO HSS-M Blacksmith Drill Bit 18.0mm | BSD18

TIMCO BSD18 HSS‑M Blacksmith Drill Bit, 18.0mm Black Oxide

TIMCO BSD18 HSS‑M blacksmith drill bit is designed for rapid, consistent drilling of larger diameter holes in non-alloy materials, with a profile commonly used for sheet metal work. The 18.0mm size is suited to trades and workshops that need dependable performance when opening out holes cleanly and efficiently.

Made from M2 grade high speed steel with a black oxide coating, this blacksmith drill bit combines durability with accurate manufacture, while the 118° split point helps reduce wandering at the start of the hole. BSD18 is suitable for use in a 1/2" chuck.

Key Features

• M2 HSS (High Speed Steel): Engineering-grade material for consistent cutting performance in non-alloy materials.
• Black oxide coating: Helps improve surface protection for demanding workshop and site use.
• 118° split point: Designed to reduce drifting for more accurate hole starts.
• Blacksmith drill pattern: Built for larger diameter drilling and commonly used on sheet metal.
• 12.5mm shank: Suitable for use with a 1/2" chuck.
• Milled flute: Precision-machined flute geometry to support efficient drilling.
• Dimensionally precise: Manufactured for accurate sizing where hole diameter matters.

Specifications at a glance

Suitable applications

• Drilling larger diameter holes in non-alloy materials
• Sheet metal drilling where stable starts and accurate sizing are important
• Use with drills fitted with a 1/2" chuck (12.5mm shank capacity)