Cleveland C44505 M2 Hss Tool Bit Blank 1/8 in Square Ground

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C44505 is a square-ground tool bit blank made from M2 high speed steel, designed for use in manual and CNC machining applications where a solid, unformed cutting blank is needed. Measuring 0.125 inches wide, 0.125 inches high, and 2.5 inches in overall length, this blank gives machinists and toolroom professionals a starting point for grinding custom cutting profiles. M2 HSS offers a reliable balance of wear resistance and toughness for general-purpose cutting and forming operations. The square ground finish ensures consistent geometry right out of the package, reducing prep time before final sharpening or profiling.

This tool bit blank is suited for use in toolrooms, machine shops, and production environments. It is typically used by machinists who grind their own tool bits to specific cutting geometries for lathe, shaper, or planer work. The compact 0.125-inch cross-section makes it appropriate for small-bore, fine-detail, and light-duty turning or forming applications where a miniature or narrow profile is required.

Key Features

• M2 high speed steel construction for solid wear resistance and toughness
• Square ground end shape for consistent, ready-to-grind geometry
• 0.125 inches wide by 0.125 inches high cross-section for narrow-profile tooling work
• 2.5 inches overall length provides adequate shank for secure tool holding
• Sold individually, no pack quantity minimum beyond single-unit purchase

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or standard toolroom blank compatible with tool holders and grinders accepting 0.125-inch square shank tool bits in lathe, shaper, or planer setups.

Installation Notes

Tool bit blanks are installed by qualified machinists or toolroom technicians. Before mounting in a tool holder or grinding fixture, ensure the machine is fully powered down and all guards are in place. Grind the blank to the desired cutting geometry using a bench or pedestal grinder rated for HSS material, following standard toolroom safety practices. Secure the finished tool bit firmly in the holder and verify clearance angles before returning the machine to service.