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01K140 - Walter SST+ #40 Cobalt Double-Ended Stub Drill Bit

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OVERVIEW

Tough Bits for Tough Jobs: Walter #40 SST Double-Ended Stub Drill

Stop snapping drill bits halfway through a job. The Walter 01K140 #40 SST Double-Ended Stub Drill is built for the welder and fabricator who needs a bit that can take a beating and keep on cutting. If you work with sheet metal, auto body panels, or thin-walled tubing, you know that standard length bits often flex and snap when you lean into them. This Walter stub drill solves that problem with a short, stout profile that stays rigid, giving you more control and significantly less breakage.

What makes this bit a true shop essential is its double-ended design. We all know the frustration of a bit going dull right when you need it most. With the Walter SST, you essentially get a backup bit built right in. Just flip it around in your drill chuck, and you have a brand-new cutting edge ready to go. It’s perfect for drilling out spot welds or installing rivets where you need to move fast and can't afford to stop and run to the tool crib.

The material itself is a high-performance cobalt blend, not cheap carbon steel. This means it cuts through stainless steel and hardened alloys without burning up. The 135-degree split point tip bites into the metal instantly—no skating, no sliding, and no need to hammer a center punch mark before you start. Whether you are in an automotive repair shop, an HVAC installation site, or a custom fab shop, these bits are designed to save you time and money. Get the hole drilled right the first time, every time.

Why Fabricators Choose Walter SST

  • Built for Sheet Metal: The short length is perfect for drilling through panels without hitting components behind them.
  • No Walking: The split point tip grabs the metal instantly for precise hole placement.
  • Drill Stainless: Cobalt formula cuts through hard stainless steel that ruins lesser bits.
  • Value: Get twice the drilling life from a single bit thanks to the double-ended design.
Additional Information
Brand:Walter Surface Technologies
Item:Drill Bit
Packaging Description:10 per pack
Drill Size:#40
Material:Cobalt Blend, High-Speed Steel (HSS)
Point Angle:135 Degree Split Point
Flute Type:Stub Length, Double-Ended
Application:Sheet Metal, Stainless Steel, Automotive

INCLUDED

  • (1) Walter SST+ Double-Ended Stub Drill Bit, Wire Gauge #40

APPLICATIONS

  • Sheet metal fabrication
  • Automotive body repair
  • Drilling out spot welds and rivets
  • Aerospace maintenance
  • HVAC ductwork installation
  • Stainless steel and alloy drilling

FAQ

A double-ended drill bit features a cutting tip on both ends of the shaft. This effectively gives you two drill bits in one; when one side becomes dull, you simply flip the bit around in the chuck to use the fresh end, doubling the tool's lifespan.

Stub length bits are shorter than standard jobber bits, which makes them much more rigid. This increased rigidity prevents the bit from flexing and snapping, making them ideal for drilling hard materials, sheet metal, or when using hand drills where side-pressure is common.

Yes, the Walter SST+ line uses a cobalt-blended High Speed Steel (HSS) formulation specifically designed to withstand the high heat generated when drilling hard metals like stainless steel.

The #40 is a wire gauge drill size. In the decimal inch system, a #40 drill bit has a diameter of approximately 0.0980 inches.

Generally, no. The 135-degree split point geometry is designed to be self-centering, meaning it bites into the material immediately upon contact without 'walking' or skating across the surface.

Absolutely. The stub length provides the control needed for precision work, and the #40 size is a common size for rivet holes, making it excellent for automotive and aerospace rivet removal or installation.

The cobalt blend is best suited for ferrous and non-ferrous metals, particularly those with high tensile strength such as stainless steel, mild steel, and aluminum alloys.

These bits are typically sold in packs of 10, ensuring you have a steady supply for high-volume projects.