Cleveland C44659 M2 Hss Tool Bit Blank 6 Inch Rectangle

Product Description

The CLEVELAND C44659 is a rectangle ground tool bit blank machined from M2 high speed steel for use in custom tooling applications. Measuring 3/4 inch wide, 1 inch high, and 6 inches in overall length, this blank provides the raw stock a machinist or toolroom technician needs to grind a custom cutting profile. M2 high speed steel offers a balanced combination of wear resistance, toughness, and red hardness, making it a standard material grade for lathe tool bits, boring tools, and similar single-point cutting applications. The ground finish on all faces ensures dimensional accuracy and a consistent starting surface before final grinding.

This tool bit blank is suited for toolroom, job shop, and production machining environments where custom or specialty cutting geometries are required. It is appropriate for use in metal lathes, shapers, and planers across general-purpose metal cutting applications. Machinists and tool grinders working in maintenance, repair, and operations settings also stock M2 blanks for on-demand tooling fabrication. The rectangular cross-section accommodates standard tool holders and boring bar setups common in manual and CNC lathe operations.

Key Features

• M2 high speed steel construction for wear resistance and red hardness in cutting applications
• Ground finish on all faces provides accurate starting dimensions and a consistent grinding surface
• Rectangle cross-section fits standard lathe tool holders and boring setups
• 6 inch overall length allows multiple regrinds over the tool life
• 3/4 inch width and 1 inch height provide adequate material for a range of custom profiles

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose tool bit blank for use in standard tool holders and manual or CNC lathe setups that accept rectangle-shank tooling.

Installation Notes

Tool bit blanks require grinding to a specific cutting geometry before use and should be shaped by a qualified machinist or tool grinder using appropriate wheel grades for high speed steel. Ensure the grinding wheel is rated for HSS material and use coolant or light passes to prevent overheating the blank, which can alter the steel temper. Secure the finished tool bit firmly in the tool holder before operating any machine, and follow all machine-specific guarding and lockout/tagout procedures during setup.