Cleveland C44609 M2 Hss Rectangle Tool Bit Blank 6 Inch

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C44609 is a rectangle-profile tool bit blank machined from M2 high speed steel and supplied in a ground finish. It measures 1/4 inch wide, 1/2 inch high, and 6 inches in overall length, giving machinists a solid, ready-to-grind blank for custom single-point or form tool applications. M2 HSS offers a balanced combination of wear resistance and toughness, making it a reliable choice for general-purpose cutting tool fabrication on lathes, shapers, and similar machine tools. This blank arrives ground to consistent dimensions, reducing prep time before final profile grinding.

This tool bit blank is suited for job shops, tool rooms, and maintenance machining environments where technicians grind their own cutting tools to specific profiles. It fits standard 1/4-inch tool post holders and is appropriate for light to medium turning, boring, threading, and parting operations on a range of workpiece materials. Machinists working with manual lathes or older CNC toolroom equipment often stock blanks like this to fabricate custom or replacement tooling on demand.

Key Features

• M2 high speed steel construction for balanced hardness and toughness in cutting tool applications
• Ground finish ensures consistent dimensional accuracy out of the box
• Rectangle profile fits standard 1/4-inch tool post holders
• 6-inch overall length provides ample stock for grinding multiple tool geometries or regrinding worn edges
• Sold individually, allowing single-piece procurement for toolroom applications

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 1/4-inch by 1/2-inch rectangle tool bit blank compatible with tool post holders and grinding fixtures that accept that cross-section; consult your toolholder specifications before ordering.

Installation Notes

Tool bit blanks require profile grinding by a qualified machinist or toolroom technician before use as a cutting tool. Use a suitable bench or surface grinder with an appropriate wheel for high speed steel; follow standard PPE practices including eye protection and grinding gloves. Ensure the grinding machine is properly dressed and guarded before beginning. After grinding, inspect the cutting edge for cracks or burns before mounting in a tool post.