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Two-prong rotary bit, especially for use with roof drills, and insert therefor

Patent ·
OSTI ID:5848236
Disclosed according to the present invention is a two-prong rotary drill bit, especially for use with roof drills. The two-prong bit has a supporting body having an axis of rotation. The two-prong bit has a pair of inserts, one insert on each of the prongs. Each of the inserts has a cutting portion facing in the direction of rotation and a mounting portion. When viewed in a direction parallel to the axis of rotation, each of the inserts will have a cross sectional configuration which is generally wedge-shaped. Also disclosed are wedge-shaped inserts especially for use with roof drill bits.
Assignee:
Kennametal Inc.
Patent Number(s):
US 4550791
OSTI ID:
5848236
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English