Bulk Drill Bits for Body Shops That Can't Afford to Stop
Drill bits are consumables. Every technician in every bay knows it — you run a bit through enough hardened steel, rusted fasteners, and stubborn panel material, and eventually it’s done. The shops that run well aren’t the ones hoping their drill bits last longer. They’re the ones that always have more.
ASP Clips supplies drill bits in bulk quantities to professional auto body shops, collision centers, and dealerships across the country. We’ve been in the automotive fastener business since 1990, and drill bits have been part of our supply line the whole time — because shops that stock their clips and retainers through us also need the tools to do the work that surrounds those parts. One supplier, fewer purchase orders, less time managing supply and more time on the floor.
Why Shops Buy Drill Bits in Bulk — and Why It Matters
Running out of the right drill bit size mid-job is the kind of small problem that costs real time and real money. A technician who has to stop, search, borrow, or wait for a reorder isn’t turning hours. In a high-volume shop, that friction multiplies across bays and across the week.
Bulk drill bit supply solves the problem before it starts. Here’s what changes when shops move from ad hoc to bulk:
- Consistent availability across every bay. Multi-tech, multi-bay shops can’t have technicians sharing drill bits or hunting down a specific size from another workstation. Bulk inventory means each station is stocked, and nobody is slowed down waiting for a tool.
- Lower per-unit cost. Buying drill bits in small quantities at retail or catalog single-pack pricing is one of the most unnecessary overhead costs in a working shop. Bulk purchasing from a distributor like ASP Clips brings the per-unit cost down significantly over time.
- Faster replacement cycles without budget pain. Shops that try to stretch drill bit life too long end up with bits that are slow, that overheat, that wander on entry, or that break mid-hole. Bulk availability makes it easier to replace bits at the right interval rather than the convenient one.
- Reduced administrative burden. Frequent small reorders from multiple suppliers add up to real time spent managing procurement. Bulk orders placed less frequently, from the same supplier where you’re already sourcing fasteners, simplify the whole supply chain.
Drill Bits and Rivets — Why They Go Together
One thing that separates ASP Clips from a generic tool supplier: we supply both the drill bits and the rivets, and we understand how they’re used together. Rivet installation requires a pre-drilled hole matched to the rivet’s body diameter. Using the wrong drill bit size — even by a small margin — produces a joint that either can’t be properly set or that’s loose from day one.
When you’re sourcing rivets through ASP Clips, you should also be sourcing the drill bits that go with them. Our team can help confirm the right bit size for the rivet spec you’re running, so you’re not guessing on hole prep for structural work.
Core Bulk Drill Bit Options for Body Shops
ASP Clips provides a range of drill bit types commonly stocked in bulk by professional shops.
Jobber Drill Bits (Bulk)
Jobber drill bits are the foundation of most shop operations. Their versatility makes them ideal for general drilling tasks including fastener removal, mounting holes, and light fabrication.
Bulk jobber bits allow shops to keep multiple sizes readily available, ensuring technicians are never waiting on tools during repairs.
Split‑Point Drill Bits (Bulk)
Split-point drill bits improve accuracy by reducing walking when starting holes. This is especially important when working on body panels or precision drilling tasks.
Having these in bulk helps maintain consistency across technicians and repair jobs.
Cobalt Drill Bits (Bulk)
Cobalt drill bits are essential for tougher jobs, including drilling hardened metals and removing stubborn or broken fasteners. These bits retain hardness at higher temperatures, making them ideal for demanding applications.
Stocking cobalt bits in bulk ensures shops are prepared for more difficult repair scenarios without delays.
Bulk Solutions for Specialty Applications
In addition to everyday drill bits, shops often need specialty options available in volume.
Step Drill Bits (Unibits)
Step drill bits are used for creating multiple hole sizes in thin materials. While not used as frequently as jobber bits, keeping them available ensures technicians are prepared for fabrication or custom work.
Double‑Ended Drill Bits
Double-ended drill bits provide extended usability by offering two cutting ends. Bulk availability helps reduce replacement frequency and keeps operations moving.
Boron & High-Durability Bits
For the most demanding applications, high-strength drill bits such as boron options provide additional wear resistance. Stocking these in smaller bulk quantities ensures availability when needed.
Improving Shop Efficiency with Bulk Inventory
A well-managed supply of bulk drill bits directly impacts shop efficiency. Instead of pausing work to locate or replace worn bits, technicians can quickly grab replacements and continue working.
Bulk inventory helps:
Reduce workflow interruptions
Improve technician productivity
Maintain consistent repair timelines
Support multi-bay or multi-location operations
ASP Clips helps shops maintain this efficiency with reliable supply and fast shipping.
Cost Control Through Bulk Purchasing
Purchasing drill bits in bulk is one of the simplest ways for shops to control tool costs. Rather than repeatedly buying small quantities, bulk purchasing provides better value and reduces administrative overhead.
ASP Clips bulk solutions support cost control by:
Lowering per-unit cost
Reducing emergency reorders
Supporting predictable inventory management
Minimizing downtime-related losses
This makes bulk drill bits a practical investment for any professional repair operation.
Why ASP Clips for Drill Bits?
- We’re a fastener company that also supplies tools — and that’s intentional. Drill bits aren’t an add-on category for us. They’re part of a complete shop supply relationship. The same shops that order body clips, trim retainers, and rivets through ASP Clips also need the consumable tooling that goes with them. We stock drill bits because we know how they fit into the work.
- Product knowledge that goes beyond the box. Our team can help shops identify the right bit type and size for specific applications — not just point you to a catalog page. If you’re dealing with AHSS on a late-model structural repair or running rivet hole prep on an aluminum-intensive vehicle, we can help you get it right.
- Competitive bulk pricing. As an independently owned distributor, ASP Clips prices fairly across our full product line. Shops don’t pay a national chain premium for the convenience of buying from a single supplier.
- Nationwide delivery. We ship to body shops, collision centers, dealerships, and distributors across the country. Bulk drill bit orders ship alongside fastener orders, keeping your procurement consolidated.
Keep Your Bays Running — Stock Drill Bits Through ASP Clips
Running out of drill bits mid-job is avoidable. Bulk supply from ASP Clips keeps your inventory ahead of demand — the same way we’ve been keeping shops ahead of their fastener needs since 1990.
Browse our full drill bit selection at the link below, or call (512) 259-8044, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM CST.