Drill Point Tool
Tip Length (PL)
0.0000
inTotal Drill Depth
0.0000
inUnderstanding Drill Points
The "Point Length" is the axial distance from the drill tip to the start of the full diameter shoulder.
The Formula
$PL = (D / 2) / \tan(\text{Angle} / 2)$
Standard 118° Constant: 0.300 × Diameter
Standard 135° Constant: 0.207 × Diameter
Programming Tip
When programming a hole to a specific depth, you must usually add the tip length to your Z-coordinate if you need a full-diameter hole at that depth.
Note: Check your drill bit's specific geometry; split points or custom grinds may vary slightly.