Piano Key Drill Index
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Description
Sweeping upward in a measured crescendo, this curved bit index arranges thirteen metric drill bits in an escalating semi-circle. Taking its silhouette from the staggered keys of a piano or the tiered architecture of a classical amphitheatre, the stepped block keeps each bit distinctly visible and accessible, transforming a standard workshop necessity into a sculptural display.
Design Harmonics
- Measured progression: Accommodates thirteen metric sizes from 1.0mm to 7.0mm in 0.5mm increments.
- Clearance envelope: Each vertical shaft is oversized by 0.3mm, allowing bits to seat smoothly without rattling.
- Quick reference: Crisp, embossed numerical markings sit at the base of every tier for instant identification.
The sweeping curve naturally fans the fluted steel outward, providing ample finger clearance when reaching for even the smallest diameters.
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