JB/T 50189-1999 This standard is a revision of JB/Z 256-85 "Twist Drill Life Test Method". During the revision, only editorial changes were made in accordance with relevant regulations, and the main technical content has not changed. This standard specifies the recommended procedures for life comparison testing and quality acceptance of standard straight and tapered high-speed steel twist drills. It is suitable for laboratory and production practice. In order to ensure the consistency and comparability of test results, this standard makes unified provisions on the twist drill, test blank, cutting fluid and other factors to ensure the consistency of test conditions, as well as test data and processing methods.