Product Overview

12xD Solid Carbide Drill —Engineered for Deep Cast Iron Hole Machining

The 12xD carbide drill for cast iron is designed for deep-hole machining applications where abrasive wear resistance, powdery chip discharge, hole straightness, and edge stability are critical. Compared with 5xD or 8xD drilling, 12xD cast iron drilling requires a longer chip discharge path and places higher demands on flute rigidity, edge protection, drilling guidance, and process stability.

Cast iron materials such as grey cast iron, ductile iron, nodular cast iron, and compacted graphite iron are abrasive during drilling. Powdery chips, graphite particles, hard casting skin, and uneven cast surfaces may accelerate cutting edge wear or cause micro-chipping. In 12xD deep-hole drilling, poor chip discharge can increase friction inside the hole, affect hole quality, and shorten tool life.

This 12xD carbide drill is manufactured from imported MG grade 0.8 μm tungsten carbide rods with 10% cobalt content, supporting stable tool strength and wear resistance. Combined with ALTISIXN wear-resistant coating, optimized point geometry, reinforced deep-hole flute structure, controlled edge preparation, and German Walter precision grinding, it helps improve edge protection, chip discharge, and reliable hole consistency in deep cast iron drilling applications.

  • Deep Cast Iron Drilling
  • ALTISIXN Wear-Resistant Coating
  • Stable Powdery Chip Discharge
  • Regrinding & Customization
product overview

Technical Specifications 

Item Description Item Description
Product Name 12xD Carbide Drill for Cast Iron Drill Type Solid Carbide Deep-Hole Drill
Hole Depth 12xD Application Deep-hole drilling in cast iron materials
Workpiece Material Grey cast iron, ductile iron, nodular cast iron, compacted graphite iron Carbide Material Imported MG Grade 0.8 μm Tungsten Carbide
Cobalt Content 10% Coating ALTISIXN Wear-Resistant Coating
Passivation Control ±0.003 mm Edge Inspection
300x magnification appearance inspection
Service Regrinding and Customization Available Tool Life Up to 80–150 Meters Under Suitable Machining Conditions

Standard Sizes

Drill Diameter (mm) Flute Length (mm) Shank Diameter (mm) Overall Length (mm) Hole Depth Coolant Type Availability
D3.10-D4.00 54 4 92 12xD Internal / External Standard
D4.10-D4.70 64 6 102 12xD Internal / External Standard
D4.80-D6.00 83 6 121 12xD Internal / External Standard
D6.10-D8.00 110 8 148 12xD Internal / External Standard
D8.10-D10.0 138 10 180 12xD Internal / External Standard
D10.1-D12.0 158 12 206 12xD Internal / External Standard
D12.1-D14.0 182 14 230 12xD Internal / External Standard
D14.0-D16.0 208 16 260 12xD Internal / External Standard
D16.1-D18.0 234 18 285 12xD Internal / External Standard
D18.1-D20.0 258 20 310 12xD Internal / External Standard
Additional diameters, special tolerances, and internal coolant versions available on request.

Engineering Details That Improve 12xD Cast Iron Drilling

Premium Carbide Material

Premium Carbide Material

Made from imported MG grade 0.8 μm tungsten carbide with 10% cobalt content.
The fine carbide grain structure helps support tool rigidity, edge strength, and stable wear resistance in deep cast iron hole machining.

ALTISIXN Wear-Resistant Coating

ALTISIXN Wear-Resistant Coating

ALTISIXN coating helps protect the cutting edge against abrasive wear in cast iron drilling.
It supports stable cutting performance, reduces premature edge wear, and helps improve tool life in 12xD deep-hole applications.

Optimized Point Geometry

Optimized Point Geometry

Optimized drill point geometry supports stable entry and accurate hole positioning.
A stable drill point helps reduce drill walking, improves starting accuracy, and supports better hole straightness during deep drilling.

Deep-Hole Flute Structure

Deep-Hole Flute Structure

Reinforced flute geometry improves powdery chip discharge and tool rigidity in 12xD cast iron drilling.
The variable core design and back taper help reduce friction, protect the cutting edge, and maintain stable hole quality over longer drilling depths.

Applications

Where This 12xD Carbide Drill Performs Best

This 12xD carbide drill for cast iron is suitable for deep-hole machining in CNC machining centers and production drilling applications. It is especially useful for cast iron components where abrasive wear resistance, powdery chip discharge, edge protection, hole straightness, and batch stability are important.

Suitable Materials

  • Grey Cast Iron
  • Ductile Iron
  • Nodular Cast Iron
  • Compacted Graphite Iron
  • Cast Iron Housings
  • Pump and Valve Castings
  • Automotive Cast Iron Parts
  • General Cast Iron Components

Typical Applications

  • 12xD Deep-Hole Drilling
  • Deep Through-Hole Drilling
  • Deep Blind-Hole Drilling
  • Precision Cast Iron Hole Machining
  • Cast Iron Housing Drilling
  • Pump and Valve Body Drilling
  • Automotive Cast Iron Component Machining
  • Machinery Parts Production
Ready to Test?

Need a Stable 12xD Carbide Drill for Cast Iron?

Send us your material and hole requirements. Our team will recommend the right drill solution.

Why Choose Us

Why Choose Landun CNC Tool

Landun CNC Tool is a carbide drill manufacturer focused on precision solid carbide drills and custom carbide drill solutions, supported by advanced grinding, strict inspection, and consistent edge preparation.

3,000 m²

Production Facility

3 μm

Geometry Accuracy Control

300x

Edge Inspection Magnification

±0.003 mm

Edge Passivation Control

Why Choose Us
German Walter 5-Axis Grinding Machines

German Walter 5-Axis Grinding Machines

Our carbide drills are ground on German WALTER 5-axis grinding machines for sharp cutting edges, stable accuracy, and smooth drilling performance.

Walter Helicheck Plus Contour Inspection

Walter Helicheck Plus Contour Inspection

We use WALTER HELICHECK PLUS for contour inspection, keeping profile and radius control within 3 μm for reliable geometric precision.

300x Magnification Edge Inspection

300x Magnification Edge Inspection

Each carbide drill is inspected at 300x magnification to check edge quality and avoid chipping or saw-tooth defects before shipment.

Consistent Edge Passivation Control

Consistent Edge Passivation Control

Manual drill point honing and automatic rubber-bonded diamond abrasive polishing help improve tool life and control edge consistency within ±0.003 mm.

Frequently Asked Questions

12xD means the drill is designed for hole depths up to 12 times the drill diameter. It is used for deeper hole machining where chip evacuation, tool rigidity, coolant delivery, and hole straightness are more demanding.

Yes. This 12xD carbide drill is suitable for grey cast iron, ductile iron, nodular cast iron, compacted graphite iron, and other cast iron materials under suitable machining conditions.

This drill uses ALTISIXN wear-resistant coating, which helps improve abrasive wear resistance, edge protection, and tool life in cast iron deep-hole drilling applications.

Cast iron is abrasive and produces powdery chips. In 12xD deep-hole drilling, chips travel a longer distance, and abrasive particles may increase tool wear or friction inside the hole, so chip discharge and edge protection are critical.

An 8xD drill is used for deep-hole drilling, while a 12xD drill is designed for even deeper holes with longer chip discharge distance. 12xD drilling requires better flute rigidity, more stable chip removal, careful runout control, and stronger edge protection.

Yes. We support customization based on drawings, cast iron grade, diameter, hole depth, chip removal method, ALTISIXN coating requirement, shank size, and drilling application.

Internal coolant or air-blast support is recommended according to the cast iron grade, machine condition, and chip removal requirement. For 12xD holes, stable chip discharge is important to maintain hole quality and tool life.

Yes. Regrinding service is available depending on drill size, wear condition, and application requirements.

Related CNC Cutting Tools

Carbide drills, end mills, and precision cutting tools featured in this application solution.
Carbide Center Drill

Carbide Center Drill

Designed to produce accurate pilot holes and 60° center seats in one operation. The solid carbide structure, precision-g...
View More
90° Carbide Spot Drill

90° Carbide Spot Drill

Designed for precision hole positioning, 90° chamfering, shallow countersinking, and hole-edge preparation. The short ri...
View More
60° Carbide Spot Drill

60° Carbide Spot Drill

Designed for precise 60° center recesses, positioning points, chamfers, and shallow countersinks. The sharp 60° point ge...
View More
120° Carbide Spot Drill

120° Carbide Spot Drill

Designed for accurate hole positioning before drilling. The 120° point geometry, short rigid cutting section, MG 0.8 μm ...
View More

Landun Cnc Tool

Tell Us Your Requirements

Contact Landun CNC Tool for standard, micro, deep-hole, internal-coolant, flat-bottom, step, and custom solid carbide drills. Send us your drawing, existing tool sample, workpiece material, and hole requirements, and our team will provide an application review and quotation.

This site uses cookies

We use cookies to collect information about how you use this site. We use this information to make the website work as well as possible and improve our services.more details