Walter SST+ Cobalt Jobber Drill Bit - Size #54

Tough Bits for Tough Metals

When you are fabricating with stainless steel, you need a drill bit that won't burn out halfway through the job. The Walter #54 SST+ Jobber Drill Bit is the welder's choice for heavy-duty drilling applications. Standard bits often fail when meeting the work-hardening properties of stainless steel, but the SST+ is built differently. It uses a robust cobalt blend that thrives in high-heat situations, keeping the cutting edge sharp long after other bits have dulled. This means fewer bit changes, less downtime, and more completed projects at the end of the day.

One of the most frustrating parts of drilling small holes—like this #54 wire gauge size—is getting the hole started exactly where you marked it. Walter solved this with their Speed Tip technology. This aggressive, self-centering point bites into the metal immediately upon contact. You can say goodbye to the bit wandering across your polished stainless sheets or structural beams. It grabs, centers, and cuts instantly. This is especially critical when working with round surfaces like tubing or pipe, where standard bits are prone to slipping.

The 01B554 is also designed to make your tools work more efficiently. The bronze surface treatment and back-tapered body reduce drag, which means your cordless drill doesn't have to work as hard to push through the material. This results in cleaner holes and less strain on your wrist and your equipment. Whether you are drilling out rivets, creating pilot holes, or performing precision fabrication work, the Walter SST+ Jobber Drill provides the reliability and speed professional welders demand.