{"product_id":"203115299-1-2-in-cobalt-red-helix-twist-drill-bit","title":"Milwaukee 1\/2 in. Cobalt RED HELIX Twist Drill Bit, 6 in Length, 3-Flat Shank","description":"\n    \u003ch1\u003e1\/2 in. Cobalt RED HELIX Twist Drill Bit\u003c\/h1\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMilwaukee’s RED HELIX cobalt twist bit powers through hard metals with speed and longevity. Its QuadEdge tip and variable 35°–15° helix clear chips fast, while a thicker tapered web and 3-Flat Secure-Grip shank boost durability and hold in the chuck.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-Life Cobalt Alloy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 15x life vs. black oxide bits in hard metals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuadEdge Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces heat build-up for faster, cleaner starts with 135° split point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariable Helix:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35°–15° flute geometry accelerates chip evacuation for quicker holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThicker Tapered Web:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strengthens the core to resist breakage and stay sharper longer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3-Flat Secure-Grip Shank:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents bit from slipping in the chuck for consistent performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eSpecifications Table:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003ctable\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBit Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBit Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrilling Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBit Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCobalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrill Bit Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrill Bit Type(s) Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShank Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-Flat Secure-Grip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShank Diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual\/Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndividual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Application\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum, Cast Iron, Duct\/Sheet Metal, Stainless Steel, Steel; also PVC and wood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTools Product Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Tool Accessory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Feeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.22 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoint Angle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e135° split point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelix\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVariable 35°–15°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuadEdge tip, Enhanced tapered web, Variable Helix, 3-Flat shank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembled Width\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.12 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembled Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembled Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/2 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ):\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What materials can this bit drill?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for hard metals including stainless and mild steel, cast iron, duct\/sheet metal, plus aluminum, PVC, and wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the shank type and size?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It uses a 3-Flat Secure-Grip shank with a 3\/8 in. shank diameter for better chuck grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long is the bit and how deep can it drill?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overall length is 6 in., with approximately 4.5 in. drilling depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it require a pilot hole?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 135° split point helps prevent walking, often eliminating the need for a pilot hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can it be used with impact drivers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s intended for drill\/drivers; use a standard drill with appropriate speed and cutting fluid on hard metals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \n    \u003ch2\u003eIndustrial Precision, Engineered to Endure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis cobalt twist bit brings a refined, industrial elegance to the workshop—its warm metallic hue and helical lines feel sculptural yet purposeful. The QuadEdge tip is the hero, biting into steel with poise while the variable helix sweeps chips away like a practiced hand. Style it in a neatly arranged drill caddy beside brushed steel tools to echo its engineered rhythm. For projects that demand crisp, confident holes, this bit is the quiet luxury your toolkit deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAI Review Summary:\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcross retailer reviews, users praise the bit’s ability to cut cleanly through stainless and thick steel while lasting longer than black oxide bits. Many highlight reduced walking and quick chip removal; several recommend using cutting oil and slower RPMs on hard metals for best results. A minority note that prolonged high-speed drilling without lubrication can dull the edge or cause heat discoloration. Quotes: “Went through 1\/4-in stainless like butter,” “Holds sharpness after multiple holes,” and “Use oil—ran it hot once and it dulled.” Overall sentiment is strongly positive for durability and performance in metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003chr\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrill faster, cleaner holes in hard metal—add this Milwaukee RED HELIX cobalt bit to your cart today.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soporarbor.shop\/cdn\/shop\/files\/42635b52-258e-41f7-95af-bfc3dfa61812_15295359-1443-4a9c-b992-2889d1eb96b4.pdf?v=1765814012\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \n    ","brand":"Milwaukee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52477958029679,"sku":"48-89-2329","price":25.47,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0830\/3499\/7051\/files\/milwaukee-twist-drill-bits-48-89-2329-64_1000.jpg?v=1765814020","url":"https:\/\/soporarbor.shop\/products\/203115299-1-2-in-cobalt-red-helix-twist-drill-bit","provider":"Super Arbor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}