Cleveland C44650 Tool Bit Blank M2 High Speed Steel

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C44650 is a rectangular tool bit blank machined from M2 high speed steel and supplied in a ground finish. Measuring 1/2 inch wide, 1 inch high, and 8 inches in overall length, this blank gives machinists and tool grinders a consistent, ready-to-profile starting point. M2 high speed steel offers a strong balance of wear resistance, toughness, and red hardness, making it a reliable choice for single-point turning tools, boring bars, cutoff tools, and custom lathe tooling ground to specific geometry in the shop.

This tool bit blank is suited for use in machine shops, maintenance departments, and trade environments where custom cutting tools are ground to a specific profile. It fits standard tool holders sized for 1/2-inch square shanks and is commonly used on manual lathes, turret lathes, and similar general-purpose turning equipment. Metalworking machinists and tool room technicians are the primary users of this type of blank stock.

Key Features

• M2 high speed steel construction for strong wear resistance and toughness under cutting loads
• Ground finish provides consistent dimensions and a flat, square starting surface for tool grinding
• Rectangle cross-section: 1/2 inch wide by 1 inch high, compatible with standard tool holders
• 8-inch overall length provides material for multiple grinding operations or extended reach applications
• Ready-to-grind stock — no additional surface prep required before shaping

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose replacement or shop-stock tool bit blank for use in standard 1/2-inch tool holders on manual lathes and similar turning machines.

Installation Notes

Tool bit blanks are ground to final geometry by a machinist or tool grinder before use in a cutting application. Use appropriate wheel dressing and grinding fluid practices when shaping M2 steel. Secure the blank firmly in a tool holder or fixture before mounting on the machine. Eye protection and proper PPE are required during any grinding operation.