June 10, 2026
Deep hole drilling with depth-to-diameter ratios exceeding 10:1 demands specialized tooling. Gun drills and BTA systems are the two primary technologies. Gun drills excel at 1-40mm diameters with ratios up to 250:1. BTA systems handle 20-200mm diameters with superior material removal rates and hole quality.
Single-flute, self-piloting tools with internal coolant delivery. Used in automotive crankshafts, hydraulic manifolds, mold cooling channels, and aerospace components.
Multi-edge cutting heads with internal chip evacuation for large-diameter deep holes. Achieves IT7-IT9 tolerance, ideal for oil and gas, power generation, and heavy equipment.
| Parameter | Gun Drilling | BTA Drilling |
|---|---|---|
| Diameter | 1-40mm | 20-200+mm |
| Max D:L Ratio | 250:1 | 100:1 |
| MRR | Moderate | High |
Gun drills deliver precision for small-diameter extreme-depth applications. BTA provides unmatched productivity for large-diameter deep holes.