01H131 - Walter 31/64 Hex Sst Stub Drill

Reliable Drilling for Stainless and Sheet Metal

Fabricators and welders know that drilling through stainless steel can be one of the most frustrating tasks in the shop. Standard bits often dull quickly, wander off the mark, or snap under pressure. The Walter 31/64" Hex Shank Stub Drill (SKU: 01H131) is built to solve these specific challenges. Designed with the welder in mind, this bit features a heavy-duty construction that prioritizes durability and control. The "stub" length is shorter than a standard drill bit, which makes it much stiffer. This added rigidity allows you to apply the necessary pressure to cut through work-hardened materials like stainless steel without the bit flexing and snapping, a common occurrence with longer bits.

Time is money in any fabrication shop, and the Walter SST+ bit is designed to save you both. The 135° split point tip is a game-changer for efficiency. It bites into the metal instantly, allowing you to drill accurate holes without wasting time with a center punch or pilot drill. This is particularly useful when working on curved surfaces or round tubing where standard bits tend to skate away. The clean cutting action produces round, burr-free holes, reducing the amount of post-drilling cleanup or deburring required before welding or assembly.

The hex shank on this 31/64" bit is another feature that practical users will appreciate. Round shanks can spin inside the chuck when the going gets tough, ruining the shank and damaging the chuck jaws. The hex design provides a positive lock, ensuring 100% of your drill's power is transferred to the cutting edge. It also makes swapping bits fast and easy, compatible with any standard three-jaw chuck or hex-bit adapter. Coated with a special bronze SST treatment to resist heat and wear, this drill bit stays sharp longer, giving you more holes per dollar. Whether you are drilling out spot welds, installing rivets, or fabricating custom brackets, the Walter SST+ Stub Drill is the reliable partner your power tools deserve.