The Walter 01M561 SST+ Prentice Drill Bit is engineered for professionals who demand precision and durability in their metalworking operations. With a substantial diameter of 61\/64 inches, this bit is part of the renowned SST+ series, known for its ability to tackle the toughest materials, including stainless steel, mild steel, and non-ferrous metals. The drill bit is constructed from a premium cobalt blend, which provides exceptional heat resistance and wear life compared to standard high-speed steel bits. This material composition allows the bit to maintain its cutting edge longer, even under the high thermal stress generated when drilling large-diameter holes.<\/p>\n
Designed for versatility, the 01M561 features a reduced 1\/2-inch shank, making it compatible with a wide range of equipment, from portable hand drills to stationary drill presses and magnetic base drills. A critical feature for industrial safety and efficiency is the inclusion of three flats on the shank. These flats ensure a positive grip within the chuck, effectively preventing the bit from spinning or slipping during high-torque applications. This secure fitment protects both the tool and the workpiece, reducing downtime and maintenance costs.<\/p>\n
Efficiency is further enhanced by Walter’s exclusive point geometry. This advanced design allows the drill to self-center immediately upon contact with the material, eliminating the time-consuming steps of center punching or drilling pilot holes. The special bronze SST surface treatment facilitates smooth chip evacuation and reduces friction, ensuring a clean, accurate hole every time. Whether used for maintenance, repair, or fabrication, the Walter SST+ Prentice Drill Bit delivers reliable, heavy-duty performance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Heavy-Duty Industrial Drilling Performance The Walter 01M561 SST+ Prentice Drill Bit is engineered for professionals who demand precision and durability in their metalworking operations. With a substantial diameter of 61\/64 inches, this bit is part of the renowned SST+ series, known for its ability to tackle the toughest materials, including stainless steel, mild steel, and… View Article<\/a>","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[2000,2012],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-1789427","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","5":"product_cat-abrasives","6":"product_cat-drill-bits-and-carbides","7":"pa_brand-walter","8":"pa_diameter-61-64","9":"pa_item-drill-bit","10":"pa_material-cobalt-blend","11":"pa_packaging-description-1-per-each","12":"pa_used-to-cut-steel-or-stainless-or-aluminum","14":"first","15":"onbackorder","16":"taxable","17":"shipping-taxable","18":"purchasable","19":"product-type-simple"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/josefgases.com\/stage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/1789427","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/josefgases.com\/stage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/josefgases.com\/stage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/josefgases.com\/stage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1789427"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/josefgases.com\/stage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=1789427"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/josefgases.com\/stage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=1789427"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/josefgases.com\/stage\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=1789427"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}