Drilling tool maintenance and safety precautions

Drilling tool maintenance
Use a torque screwdriver to ensure that the insert is securely seated. Change the insert screw regularly, and ensure that the tip seat is clean and free from obstructions that could offset the insert.
Drilling safety precautions


When drilling through holes with an indexable insert drill, a disc is formed that could be ejected at a high speed. Recommendation – enclose chuck or machine.
Tool maintenance
Establishing a routine for tool maintenance in the workshop will improve tool life... chevron_right
Tool Maintenance
Establishing a routine for tool maintenance in the workshop will prevent problems... chevron_right
Drilling wear and troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Indexable insert drill Exchangeable-tip drill Solid carbide drill Indexable... chevron_right
How to improve tool life in turning
The three main machining parameters when turning are speed, feed, and depth of cut.... chevron_right