What is this 6.8 mm twist drill bit used for?

It is designed for accurate core-hole pre-drilling for M8 threads in metals such as steel, aluminium, and brass.

What type of shank does this drill bit have?

It features an external hexagon shank engineered for the Fein VARIO system and optimized for impact drivers and wrenches.

What are the dimensions of this twist drill bit?

The bit has a diameter of 6.8 mm, a flute length of 50 mm, and an overall length of 90 mm.

What is the benefit of the TiAlN coating?

The TiAlN coating reduces friction, enhances heat resistance, and significantly extends tool service life during heavy use.

FEIN 63111042010 VARIO spiral drill bit 6.8 mm (M8 thread)

Name: FEIN 63111042010 VARIO spiral drill bit 6.8 mm (M8 thread)
Brand: FEIN
SKU: 08118088
Price: 31.8 EUR
Availability: InStock

Supplier number: FEIN 63111042010 | EAN 4014586476810

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Accurate core drilling for M8 threads

Practical benefits

Exact sizing for threads: With its 6.8 mm diameter, you create the precise core hole needed for clean M8 tapping operations.
Durable TiAlN protective coating: The heat-resistant TiAlN coating minimizes friction and wear, ensuring you achieve a prolonged service life in metal.
Fein VARIO secure connection: The external hexagon shank provides slip-free torque transfer and enables fast bit changes in your impact driver.

In a nutshell

The right choise for

With the Fein vario 6.8 mm twist drill bit, you drill precise core holes for M8 thread tapping in metal, steel, aluminium, and brass with complete accuracy. Engineered from hss and featuring a heat-resistant TiAlN coating, this drill bit minimizes friction and resists wear even during heavy-duty operations up to 800 °C. The external hexagon shank designed for the Fein vario system provides slip-free torque transfer and enables fast tool changes in your impact driver or drill driver. With a flute length of 50 mm and an overall length of 90 mm, it delivers outstanding durability and steady performance for demanding metal fabrication tasks.

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Key features according to our expert

Diameter: 6,8 mm
Drill bit type: Metal drill bit
Overall length: 90 mm
Shank type: External hexagon
Material (drill bit): HSS
Surface treatment (drill bit): TiAlN
Number of cutting edges: 2 ea
Cutting length: 50 mm

Product description

VARIO spiral drill bit 6.8 mm (M8 thread)
Long service life, thanks to high material strength (64 HRC), special cutting geometries suitable for impact screwdrivers and a TiAlN (titanium-aluminium-nitride) coating. The accessories are low-wear and low-friction as well as heat-resistant up to 800 °C and can therefore be used with high turning and impact frequencies in steel up to 900 N/mm2.
Optimally suitable for the following materials: unalloyed and alloyed steels up to 900 N/mm², aluminium, brass.

All Features

Diameter: 6,8 mm
Drill bit type: Metal drill bit
Overall length: 90 mm
Shank type: External hexagon
Material (drill bit): HSS
Surface treatment (drill bit): TiAlN
Number of cutting edges: 2 ea
Cutting length: 50 mm
Coating: Titanium-aluminium nitride (TiAlN)
Spiral length: 50 mm
Tube ø: 6.8 mm
L: 90 mm
Strength: 64 HRC
Tool holder: VARIO bit shank
Material: HSS
Heat resistance: max. 800°C

Brand FEIN
08118088
EAN 4014586476810
Supplier number FEIN 63111042010

Frequently asked questions about this product

Answered by specialists

What is this 6.8 mm twist drill bit used for?: It is designed for accurate core-hole pre-drilling for M8 threads in metals such as steel, aluminium, and brass.
What type of shank does this drill bit have?: It features an external hexagon shank engineered for the Fein VARIO system and optimized for impact drivers and wrenches.
What are the dimensions of this twist drill bit?: The bit has a diameter of 6.8 mm, a flute length of 50 mm, and an overall length of 90 mm.
What is the benefit of the TiAlN coating?: The TiAlN coating reduces friction, enhances heat resistance, and significantly extends tool service life during heavy use.