Product Overview

5xD Solid Carbide Drill —Engineered for Cast Iron Drilling

The 5xD carbide drill for cast iron is developed for medium-depth drilling applications where abrasive wear, powdery chips, edge chipping, and cast surface variation can affect tool life and hole consistency. Compared with 3xD short-hole drilling, 5xD cast iron drilling requires stronger chip discharge capability, better tool rigidity, and more stable edge protection over a longer cutting depth.

Cast iron materials such as grey cast iron, ductile iron, nodular cast iron, and compacted graphite iron are highly abrasive during machining. Powdery chips and hard casting skin can accelerate cutting edge wear, while unstable entry conditions may cause micro-chipping or poor hole quality. For this reason, a carbide drill for cast iron needs a wear-resistant coating, reinforced cutting edge, and stable flute structure.

This 5xD carbide drill is manufactured from imported MG grade 0.8 μm submicron tungsten carbide rods with 10% cobalt content. Combined with ALTISIXN wear-resistant coating, optimized point geometry, reinforced flute design, and controlled edge preparation, it helps improve drilling stability, resist abrasive wear, and support reliable medium-depth hole machining in cast iron components.

  • Medium-Depth Cast Iron Drilling
  • ALTISIXN Wear-Resistant Coating
  • Stable Edge Strength
  • Regrinding & Customization
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Technical Specifications 

Item Description Item Description
Product Name 5xD Carbide Drill for Cast Iron Drill Type Solid Carbide Drill
Hole Depth 5xD Application Medium-depth cast iron drilling
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% Helix Angle 30°
Point Angle 138.9° Rake Angle 16°
Negative Chamfer -6° Core Design 30–40% Variable Core Diameter
Back Taper 0.8° Coating ALTISIXN Wear-Resistant Coating
Coating Hardness 2000–4000 HV Friction Coefficient 0.05–0.15
Coolant Type Internal Coolant / External Coolant Available Tool Life Up to 80–100 Meters Under Suitable Machining Conditions
Service Regrinding and Customization Available    

Standard Sizes

Drill Diameter (mm) Flute Length (mm) Shank Diameter (mm) Overall Length (mm) Hole Depth Coolant Type Availability
D3.00-D3.90 28 6 66 5xD Internal / External Standard
D4.00-D4.70 36 6 74 5xD Internal / External Standard
D4.80-D6.00 44 6 82 5xD Internal / External Standard
D6.10-D8.00 53 8 91 5xD Internal / External Standard
D8.10-D10.0 61 10 103 5xD Internal / External Standard
D10.1-D12.0 71 12 118 5xD Internal / External Standard
D12.1-D14.0 77 14 124 5xD Internal / External Standard
D14.1-D16.0 83 16 133 5xD Internal / External Standard
D16.1-D18.0 93 18 143 5xD Internal / External Standard
D18.1-D20.0 101 20 153 5xD Internal / External Standard
Additional diameters, special tolerances, and internal coolant versions available on request.

Engineering Details That Improve 5xD Cast Iron Drilling

Premium Carbide Material

Premium Carbide Material

Made from imported 0.8 μm submicron carbide with 10% cobalt for hardness and toughness.
Helps maintain edge stability during medium-depth drilling in abrasive cast iron materials.

ALTISIXN Wear-Resistant Coating

ALTISIXN Wear-Resistant Coating

ALTISIXN coating is selected for cast iron drilling where abrasive wear is a major challenge.
It helps protect the cutting edge, slow down wear, and improve drilling stability in cast components.

Optimized Point Geometry

Optimized Point Geometry

30° helix and 138.9° point angle support stable entry and accurate hole positioning.
Split-point design helps reduce drill walking and improve stability on cast surfaces.

Advanced Flute Design

Advanced Flute Design

16° rake angle and variable core design improve rigidity and powdery chip discharge in 5xD drilling.
Negative chamfer and back taper help protect the edge and maintain consistent hole quality.

Applications

Where This 5xD Carbide Drill Performs Best

This 5xD carbide drill for cast iron is suitable for medium-depth hole machining in CNC machining centers and production drilling applications. It is especially useful for cast iron components where abrasive wear, powdery chip discharge, cast surface variation, hole straightness, and batch consistency must be controlled.

Suitable Materials

  • Grey Cast Iron
  • Ductile Iron
  • Nodular Cast Iron
  • Cast Iron Housings
  • Cast Iron Mechanical Components
  • Pump and Valve Castings

Typical Applications

  • Medium-Depth Hole Drilling
  • Through Hole Drilling
  • Blind Hole Drilling
  • Precision Cast Iron Hole Machining
  • Cast Iron Housing Drilling
  • Automotive Cast Iron Parts Machining
  • Pump and Valve Body Machining
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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

5xD means the drill is designed for hole depths up to 5 times the drill diameter.

Yes. This drill is designed for cast iron drilling, helping improve abrasive wear resistance, edge stability, chip discharge, and hole consistency under suitable machining conditions.

ALTISIXN is a wear-resistant coating used to improve drilling stability in abrasive materials such as cast iron. It helps protect the cutting edge, reduce wear, and support longer tool life during production drilling.

A 3xD drill is mainly used for short-hole drilling, while a 5xD drill is designed for deeper holes that require stronger chip discharge, better rigidity, improved hole straightness, and more stable wear resistance.

Cast iron is often machined under dry or external coolant conditions depending on the application. Internal coolant and external coolant versions are also available according to machine conditions and hole requirements.

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

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