Brute Platinum Heavy Duty High Speed Steel Reamer for Enlarging and Aligning Holes in Steel Stainless Aluminum Five Eighths Inch Diameter Half Inch Shank Left Hand Helix Right Hand Cut with Safety Collar Stop Pro Grade Metalworking Tool Model SA80
✔️ 5/8 in dia (15.9 mm), 1/2 in shank (12.7 mm), LH/RH cut, safety collar
The reamer is a maintenance-grade high speed steel tool designed to enlarge and align holes in steel, stainless steel, tough alloys, and aluminum. It features a 1/2" straight shank compatible with 1/2" chuck power tools, a left-hand helix and right-hand cut to optimize chip removal, and a safety collar stop to prevent over-penetration. This compact design lets you reach tight spots where bridge reamers can't enter, making it ideal for maintenance and repair work in steel fabrication, automotive, and trailer industries.
✅ Reamer type: maintenance reamer for enlarging and aligning holes
✅ Material: high speed steel (HSS) for durability
✅ Shank/diameter: 1/2" straight shank; 5/8" diameter; LH/RH cut
✅ Features: safety collar stop to prevent over-penetration and stabilize the work
✅ Design notes: shorter flutes and overall length compared to bridge reamers
💡 What is a high speed steel maintenance reamer used for in metalworking and how do you pick the right size and features?
Here's a quick guide to picking and using reamers effectively.
- Accurate hole enlargement and alignment in steel, stainless, tough alloys, and aluminum
- Match the 1/2" straight shank to your 1/2" chuck power tool for proper fit
- Left-hand helix with right-hand cut aids entry and chip removal in tight spots
- Safety collar stop helps prevent over-penetration and protects the workpiece