Drift Key

Drift Key Points : Drift Key, Definition Definition All purpose drilling machines contain the spindle bored out to usual taper to receive the taper shank of the tool. The, taper use in a drill spindle is frequently Morse taper as fitting the tool the shank is required into the tapered bole and the tool is absorbed by friction. The tool might be rotated with the spindle by friction between the tapered surface and the spindle; but ensure a positive drive the tang or tongue or the tool fits into a slot at the finish of the taper hole. The tool might be indifferent by pressing a tapered wedge known as the drift into slotted hole of the spindle. Illustrate a drill fitted straight into the spindle during a sleeve.