Drill bit ALPEN Sprint Master TM 13 2–8x 0,5 — solid carbide, tapered shank

ALPEN Sprint Master TM 13 2–8x 0,5 is a solid carbide drill bit with a tapered TM 13 shank designed for precision metalworking. Engineered for repeated, accurate drilling operations, this tool provides high hardness and wear resistance typical of carbide, making it suitable for production and toolroom environments. The tapered shank ensures secure seating in machines that accept TM 13 interface standards, supporting concentricity and stable cutting behavior during use.

Advantages

The solid carbide construction delivers excellent hardness, thermal stability and extended tool life compared with high-speed steel alternatives. The Sprint Master geometry promotes efficient chip evacuation and consistent hole quality. A tapered shank minimizes runout when correctly mounted, improving dimensional accuracy and repeatability in serial drilling tasks.

Suitable for

• Precision drilling in various metals including steels and non-ferrous alloys
• Toolroom and production machining requiring repeatable hole accuracy
• Machine setups equipped with TM 13 tapered shank holders
• Operations where wear resistance and thermal stability are important

Key specifications

• Material: solid carbide
• Shank type: tapered TM 13
• Diameter range: 2–8 mm with 0.5 mm step increments
• Point and flute geometry optimized for chip removal and hole quality

How to use

Install the drill bit into a compatible TM 13 taper holder or machine spindle following the machine manufacturer’s mounting procedure to ensure proper seating and concentricity. Use appropriate cutting speeds, feed rates and coolant or lubrication recommended for carbide tools and the workpiece material. Begin drilling with a stable setup and, for through-holes or deep holes, clear chips regularly and verify alignment to maintain hole accuracy.

Usage recommendations

For best results, match cutting parameters to the specific metal being machined and use suitable coolant to reduce heat build-up. Inspect the shank seating and tool for wear before each use, and replace the drill when geometry degradation affects hole quality or increases cutting forces.