Optimum Cone Drill Drift

Optimum Cone Drill Drift

A drill drift is a specialized tool used in machinery and metalworking to remove Morse taper tools, such as drill bits or lathe centers, from their sockets in machine spindles or tailstocks. Here’s what a drill drift does:

• Facilitates Removal: The primary function of a drill drift is to facilitate the removal of tools with Morse tapers from their sockets. Morse tapers create a tight and secure fit between the tool and the socket, which can make it difficult to remove the tool by hand alone.
  The drill drift helps loosen the tool from the socket by providing a controlled force.
• Matches Taper Design: A drill drift is designed with a tapered shape that matches the taper of the Morse taper tool and the socket. This design allows the drift to fit snugly into the tapered hole and gradually push the tool out as it is hammered into place.
• Distributes Force: When using a drill drift, the force applied through hammering is distributed evenly along the taper, preventing damage to the tool or the socket. This ensures that the removal process is safe and does not cause deformation or wear to the components involved.
• Versatility: Drill drifts are typically designed to work with various sizes of Morse tapers, making them versatile tools for removing different types of tools from machine spindles or tailstocks.