CMT V-Point Solid Carbide Twist Drill - 5mm (13/64 in.) - 120 deg. Sharpening - Right Hand is a premium solid carbide boring bit engineered for high-speed, high-precision through-hole drilling on CNC boring machines and multi-spindle boring centers. Built from HWM solid carbide with 2 precision ground cutting edges and 2 spiral flutes, this 5mm twist drill delivers consistent hole quality in panel processing, furniture manufacturing, and dowel joinery applications. The V-Point 120 deg. tip geometry promotes accurate entry and clean exit holes, making it a reliable choice for production environments where quality and repeatability are critical.

Key Features

• V-Point 120 deg. Sharpening - the self-centering tip geometry produces accurate hole placement and clean cut entry, reducing breakout and rework on finished panels.
• HWM Solid Carbide Construction - premium-grade solid carbide provides exceptional wear resistance and extended tool life compared to standard high-speed steel bits, reducing downtime and replacement frequency in production runs.
• 2 Precision Ground Cutting Edges (Z2) - dual precision-ground edges ensure balanced cutting forces, smoother bore walls, and consistent hole diameter throughout the tool's lifespan.
• 2 Spiral Flutes - the spiral flute design evacuates chips efficiently during drilling, helping maintain cut quality and preventing clogging when boring through chipboard, MDF, hardwood, and other sheet materials.
• Common Shank Design (S=D) - the shank diameter equals the drilling diameter at 5mm, allowing direct compatibility with CMT 364 and 365 adapters and bushings for seamless installation on boring machine spindles without special tooling.
• Right-Hand (RH) Rotation - matches the standard spindle direction of CNC boring machines and multi-spindle boring centers, ensuring correct engagement and safe operation out of the box.
• Compact Overall Length of 60mm with 28mm Cutting Height - optimized geometry provides sufficient depth for through-hole drilling in standard panel thicknesses while keeping the tool rigid and chatter-resistant.

Why This Product

• Designed specifically for use with CMT 364 and 365 adapter systems, this 5mm solid carbide twist drill integrates directly into existing boring machine setups without modification - saving time during changeovers and tooling configuration.
• The HWM solid carbide grade offers a meaningful durability advantage over softer tooling materials, making this bit a practical investment for shops running high-volume panel drilling, dowel hole production, or furniture component processing.
• The V-Point 120 deg. tip is purpose-built for precision entry in manufactured boards including chipboard, MDF, HDF, plywood, and laminates - materials that demand sharp, stable geometry to prevent delamination or tear-out at the hole edge.
• With a common shank (S=D) at 5mm, this drill eliminates the need for reduction bushings or adapter collars in compatible CMT spindle tooling, simplifying setup and maintaining concentricity for cleaner, more accurate bore results.

Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: 363.050.11
• Brand: CMT Orange Tools
• Point Geometry: V-Point 120 deg. sharpening
• Drilling Diameter: 5mm (13/64 in.)
• Shank Diameter: 5mm
• Cutting Height: 28mm
• Total Length: 60mm
• Number of Cutting Edges: 2
• Number of Flutes: 2
• Blade Material: HWM Solid Carbide
• Shank Type: Common shank (S=D - shank diameter equals drill diameter)
• Rotation: Right-hand (RH)
• Compatible Adapters: CMT 364, CMT 365

Approved Applications

• Through-hole drilling for dowel connections
• Panel processing on CNC boring machines
• Furniture manufacturing and cabinet component drilling
• Multi-spindle boring center operations (using CMT 364/365 adapters)
• Drilling in solid hardwood and softwood
• Drilling in chipboard, MDF, HDF, plywood, and laminates