Drill bits for hardened steel are essential tools for anyone looking to work with tough materials. In 2025, the market offers a variety of high-performance options designed to tackle the challenges of drilling through hardened steel. These drill bits are crafted from durable materials such as cobalt, carbide, and high-speed steel, ensuring longevity and efficiency. Whether you're a professional tradesperson or a DIY enthusiast, selecting the right drill bit can make all the difference in achieving clean, precise holes without damaging your tools. Explore the top choices available to enhance your drilling experience.
DEWALT Titanium Nitride Coated Drill Bit Set, Pilot Point, 21-Piece (DW1361)
- Titanium Nitride Coating Pilot Point for Longer Life
- Starts on contact for cleaner holes
- No spin shanks
- Tapered web provides greater durability to reduce breaking
- Includes sizes from 1/16-inch to 1/2-inch in a plastic tough case
$25.46
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−$19.60
DEWALT Drill Bit Set, 21-Piece, 135 Degree Split Point, 31 Degree Helix, Black Oxide Coated, For Plastic, Wood and Metal (DWA1181)
- DEWALT 21-pack black oxide twist drill bit set is ideal for general-purpose drilling materials like metal, hardwood, softwood, PVC and fiberglass
- Parabolic flute design increases chip ejection in metal and wood drilling applications
- Black oxide coating helps resist corrosion and increase durability, so your drill bits last longer
- 135° Split-point tips drill on contact and prevents walking on the hard surface you’re working on
- 31° Helix reduces over aggressiveness of true parabolic flute, making it ideal for drilling deep holes
$19.97
toolant Cobalt Drill Bit Set for Metal and Steel (Pro), Titanium Aluminum Nitride Coated (TiAlN) with Bullet Point Tip, for Hardened Metal, Stainless Steel, 21pcs 1/16"-1/2"
- toolant Cobalt Drill Bit Set Pro - A metal drill bit set for steel and metal. Consisting of 21 titanium aluminum nitride coated cobalt drill bits with bullet point tips, offers exceptional performance specifically for drilling through metal.
- 21-piece Cobalt Drill Bits Set - Includes metal drill bits: 1/16"(*2), 5/64"(*2), 3/32"(*2), 7/64"(*2), 1/8"(*2), 9/64", 5/32", 11/64", 3/16", 13/64", 7/32", 15/64", 1/4", 5/16", 3/8", 1/2".
- Titanium Aluminum Nitride Coating - Increases surface hardness to 89HRC with outstanding heat-resistance, so your drill bit cuts fast and stay sharp.
- Specifically Crafted Bullet Point - Sharp and self-centering tip minimize wandering and provides precise and accurate drilling. TOOLANT Pro 21-pack is meticulously engineered to excel in demanding heavy-duty scenarios.
- 90 Days Warranty - In the event that you are not completely satisfied with your purchase for any reason, please reach out to us, and we will gladly provide a 100% refund or replacement.
$44.99
COMOWARE Cobalt Drill Bit Set- 15Pcs M35 High Speed Steel Twist Jobber Length for Hardened Metal, Stainless Steel, Cast Iron and Wood Plastic with Indexed Storage Case, 1/16"-3/8"
- HIGH QUALITY MATERIAL: 5% Cobalt High Speed Steel M35 provide extended tool life compared to ordinary drill bits. Durable and strong
- TWIST DESIGN & PERFORMANCE: PRECISE 135°SPLIT POINT, gold oxide finish and round straight shanks. Prevent walking, clear chips and particles faster.Produced by precision fully ground which ensures chips move smoothly.
- PROFESSIONAL & WIDELY USE: M35 Cobalt HSS is more suitable for hardened material. Particularly successful in cutting through hard metals such as stainless steel, cast iron, high temperature alloy, titanium alloy, hard plastics and woods, and also can be used for softer materials.
- SIZE INCLUDED: 15pcs jobber length drill bit set with plastic storage case including sizes:1/16" 2pc,5/64" 1pc ,3/32" 2pc,7/64" 1pc,1/8" 2pc ,9/64" 1pc, 5/32" 1pc, 3/16" 1pc, 7/32" 1pc, 1/4" 1pc, 5/16" 1pc, 3/8" 1pc.
- 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE: If you are not 100% satisfied with your purchase for any reason whatsoever simply please feel free to contact us.
$19.99
Sinyeenglon Cobalt Drill Bit Set for Hardened Metal and Stainless Steel, 99Pcs M35 High Speed Steel Twist Jobber Metal Drill Bits 1/16"-3/8", with Plastic Index Storage Case
- Cobalt M35 Material: High cost, but hardness is up to 67, cut faster and has a long life, up to 12 times compared with the average HSS titanium coated bit
- Hardened Full Grinding Process: Increases wear resistance, sharp and durable, used for stainless steel, cast iron, titanium, aluminum and hard metal
- Packaging: Hard and thick plastic box, drills bagged for compartmentalized storage, reasonable design, well secured package
- Convenient Access: Various sizes are placed in different compartments of the plastic box, and the corresponding sizes of different drills are printed on the bottom of the lid, making it very convenient to access
- Various Sizes: 16Pcs 1/16 in, 16Pcs 5/64 in, 15Pcs 3/32 in, 10Pcs 7/64 in, 10Pcs 1/8 in, 8Pcs 9/64 in, 8Pcs 5/32 in, 3Pcs 11/64 in, 3Pcs 3/16 in, 2Pcs 13/64 in, 2Pcs 7/32 in, 2Pcs 1/4 in, 2Pcs 5/16 in, and 2Pcs 3/8 in
$64.99
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−$7.00
Bestwork Three Flute Cobalt Drill Bit Set, M35 Metal Drill Bits with Three-Flat Shank and 135 Degree Split Point, for Hardened Metal, Stainless Steel, Cast Iron, Plastic & Wood, 21-Piece, 1/16"-1/2"
- Three-Flute Design: The special three-flute design enables the drill holes to have higher roundness, smoother walls, better chip removal, and heat dissipation
- M35 Cobalt High-Speed Steel: Made from industrial-grade M35 high-speed steel with 5% Cobalt for enhanced durability with better hardness and wear resistance
- Three-Flat Shank: Prevent the shank from spinning in the chuck for a secure grip
- 135° Split Point Tip: Offer precise and faster drilling performance with less walking
- Wide Application: Ideal for drilling through hard metals, such as hardened stainless steel, cast iron, aluminum alloys, and more
$32.97
BOSCH CO14B 14-Piece Assorted Set with Included Case - Cobalt M42 Metal Drill Bits with Three-Flat Shank for Drilling Applications in Stainless Steel, Cast Iron, Titanium, and Light-Gauge Metal
- Cobalt M42 drill bit – provides upgraded M42 Cobalt jobber-length bits designed for durability, high heat resistance and Hardened surface for stainless steel, cast iron, titanium, light-gauge metal and aluminum
- Enhanced M42 alloy material – contains 8% Cobalt alloy that delivers 10x life vs. Standard bits
- High-heat resistant bits – withstand high-temperature applications for extended periods of time
- Thick web-helix design – provides additional stability in tough applications
- Surface-hardened tip – penetrates tough abrasive materials
$32.53
NordWolf 5-Piece M35 Cobalt Stubby Drill Bit Set for Stainless Steel & Hard Metals, with 1/4" Hex Shank for Quick Chucks & Impact Drivers, SAE Sizes 3/32"-1/8"-3/16"-1/4"-5/16" in Storage Case
- 【High Quality】M35 Cobalt steel precision ground drill bits for extra durability and long lifetime
- 【Efficient Design】Stubby drill bits measure from 1.84 to 2.32-inch only, allowing access to hard-to-reach and tight spaces. 135° split point multi-blades drill tip for perfect self-centering and fast drilling
- 【Multi-Purpose Use】Suitable for drilling stainless steel and various hardened metals such as cast iron, titanium, bronze, aluminium, etc. All drill bits come with one piece 1/4-inch hex shank compatible with standard and quick change chucks and drivers
- 【Popular Sizes】Includes imperial sizes: 3/32", 1/8", 3/16", 1/4", 5/16"
- 【Unique Packaging】Packed in special plastic box for easy storage, imprinted with drill bit sizes for easy identification. Sliding clip on backside of box for hanging on pegboards
$20.99
ArtyMaster Drill Bit Set, 13pcs (1/16" - 1/4") M35 HSS Twist Cobalt Drill Bits for Stainless Steel, Hardened Steel, Cast Iron, Plastic and Wood
- High Quality Drill Bit Material: Manufactured from Industry grade M35 High Speed Steel with 5% Cobalt added, usually giving better Heat, Wear and Chip Resistance and Long Tool Life. Suitable for cutting stainless steel, iron castings, copper, aluminum alloy, plastics and wood
- High Processing Efficiency：135° Split Point design for fast cutting point is automatically centered and penetrates quickly with less pressure, reducing deviation; Twist design for removal chips smooth.
- Full Size Specification：includes 13 pcs bits (1/16, 5/64, 3/32, 7/64, 1/8, 9/64, 5/32, 11/64, 3/16, 13/64, 7/32, 15/64 and 1/4 inch)
- Easy To Carry And Use: The drill bit set includes a drill bit case with size indexes are packaged in a small package for easy to carry、storage and sorting.
$9.98
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−$21.91
DEWALT Cobalt Alloy Steel Drill Bit Set with Pilot Point, 14-Piece (DWA1240)
- Connectable accessory storage system to optimize storage space of drill bits for wood, metal or i-beams
- Patented bit-bar design allows easy removal of drill bits and customizable placement
- DEWALT drill bit set comes with clear lid allowing you to easily see contents at glance
- Clip latch for secure closing
- Small Bulk Storage size fits inside the Small and Medium ToughCase+ (sold separately) - Ideal for organizing loose bits
$28.99
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