Inventors:
Rodney Chelberg - Hopkins MN
International Classification:
B23B 5100
Abstract:
A follower is provided for a conventional flat drill bit which adapts the drill bit to provide a diametrally enlarged bore. The follower generally comprises a cylindrical section having a diametral slot therein in which the blade end of the bit is received. The well-bottom of the diametral slot includes a tapered socket in which the nose of the bit is received, the nose of the bit extending beyond the bottom wall of the cylindrical section. A means is provided for releasably mounting the follower on the drill bit. A bore in the work piece to be drilled is initiated by the nose of the bit extending through the follower thereon. As the nose penetrates into the work piece, the follower diametrally enlarges the bore provided thereby.