01 — Essential Specifications
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Essential specifications
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02 -- Materials, Applications & Machines
Working compatibility
Materials, applications & machines
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Compatible materials
Recommended workpiece materials
- Cast iron
- Alloy steel
- Steel
Recommended applications
Typical jobs and operations
- Low-carbon steel Alloy steel Steel drop forgings Grey cast iron
- Threading
- Holemaking
Compatible machines
Equipment and operating methods
- Portable drill
- Drill press
- Manual
- Tapping machine
03 -- Complete Technical Specifications
Technical data
Complete technical specifications
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Construction & identification
Tool typeDrill Bits
Tool subtypeTaper-Length Drill Bits
Detailed styleHSS
Manufacturer series704
Series family704
Measurement systemImperial
Tool materialHigh-speed steel
Manufacturer part number704-1/4
Dimensions & fit
Size1/4"
Cutting diameter1/4
Flute / cutting length3-7/8
Overall length6-1/8
Pack quantity1
Cutting geometry
Point geometry118 Degree Point
Point angle118.0°
04 -- Why Choose this series
Series advantage
Why choose the 704 series
704
Taper-length design provides extended reach with a straight shank matching the drill diameter
Features supporting this advantage
- Taper-length design provides extended reach with a straight shank matching the drill diameter
- High-speed steel
- 118 Degree Point
05 -- Compatibility & What's Included
Compatibility & contents
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The systems, models, and components below come directly from the product’s normalized fit data.
What’s included
Components supplied with this product
- Single 1/4" taper length drill
- straight shank
- 118° point
- surface-treated HSS
- Made in USA
06 -- Use Notes & Technical Description
Before you use it
Use notes & technical description
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Champion 704-1/4 1/4" Taper Length Drill – Straight Shank, 118° HSS
704-1/4 is a Champion 704 medium-duty surface-treated high-speed steel taper length drill in 1/4" (0.25 inch decimal equivalent). Its extended taper-length design provides more reach than a standard jobber drill while keeping the shank at the same nominal diameter as the drill.
Key Benefits
- Taper-length design provides approximately the same overall flute length as taper shank drills and more reach than standard jobber drills.
- Straight shank has the same nominal diameter as the drill for compatible chucks and machine tooling.
- 118° point supports controlled starts and dependable holemaking.
- Surface-treated HSS enhances heat resistance for longer, smoother drilling.
Applications
- Lathe and screw machine applications
- Low-carbon steels and alloyed steels
- Steel drop forgings and grey cast iron
- Extended-reach drilling where a standard jobber drill is too short
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer part number | 704-1/4 |
|---|---|
| Series | Champion 704 Taper Length Drills |
| Drill type | Taper length drill bit |
| Diameter | 1/4" |
| Decimal equivalent | 0.25 in |
| Material | Surface-treated high-speed steel |
| Surface treatment | Surface treated |
| Point style | 118° point |
| Shank type | Straight shank, same nominal diameter as drill |
| Flute length | 3-7/8 inches |
| Overall length | 6-1/8 inches |
| Performance level | Medium duty |
| Drilling application | Low-medium steel alloys |
| Package style | Standard |
| Package quantity | 6 |
| Country of origin | Made in USA |
How to Use
Use the 704-1/4 in a compatible lathe, screw machine or drill press with the correct speed, feed and workholding for the material. Apply suitable cutting fluid when needed, clear chips regularly and avoid forcing the tool.
Cutting tools may chip or shatter if misused or overloaded. Wear eye protection and follow the drill and machine manufacturer's operating instructions.
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