Seco has introduced the Seco® X-Tip Drill, a modular drilling solution designed to simplify holemaking across different materials and drilling depths.
The drill uses a single modular drill body with exchangeable carbide tips for applications involving steels, stainless steels, cast iron and other materials. One drill body is designed to cover 3xD, 5xD and 8xD drilling applications, helping manufacturers reduce tool inventory and setup time in mixed production environments.
The Seco X-Tip Drill features a patented pre-tensioned interface for fast tip changes. A double-sided key supplied with each drill body enables quick and secure tip replacement, while an axial lock is designed to maintain accuracy and repeatability after multiple tip changes.
According to Seco, the system is designed to help manufacturers streamline workflows, reduce the risk of errors and maintain consistent drilling performance.
Multiple geometries deliver predictability across demanding materials
Application‑specific geometries ensure predictable performance across demanding materials. ISO P and M tips provide reliable drilling in steels and stainless steels, ISO K geometry delivers stable cutting in abrasive cast iron, and the Flat Bottom geometry produces flat‑bottom holes in a single operation—eliminating secondary machining steps. All geometries are compatible with the same X‑Tip drill body.
“The Seco X‑Tip Drill gives manufacturers a smarter way to manage complexity,” says Ricky Payling, Global Product Manager for Solid Round Tools, Drilling at Seco. “One drill body, multiple applications, less waste, and consistent performance. It’s designed for flexibility on today’s shop floor.”
High‑feed capability, optimized chip evacuation, and self‑centering geometry deliver fast cycle times, excellent hole quality, and low cost per hole. The reusable drill body and replaceable, recyclable carbide tips also support more sustainable manufacturing.