Value Collection 360-0021 Tool Bit Blank M2 Hss Square

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 360-0021 is a square tool bit blank ground from M2 high speed steel. Designed for machinists and toolmakers who need to grind custom cutting profiles, this blank provides a consistent starting point for lathe tools, boring bars, and other single-point cutting applications. The M2 grade steel offers a solid balance of wear resistance and toughness at normal cutting speeds. At 3/16 inches wide by 3/16 inches high with a 2-1/2 inch overall length, this blank suits smaller toolholders and precision setups where compact tooling is required. The ground finish ensures dimensional accuracy out of the box.

This tool bit blank is used in machine shops, maintenance facilities, and trade training environments. It is appropriate for manual lathes, shapers, and other machine tools that accept square shank bits in the 3/16-inch size range. Machinists grind the end geometry to suit the specific material and operation, making this blank a versatile starting stock for turning, facing, threading, and form-tool applications.

Key Features

• M2 high speed steel construction for reliable hardness and wear resistance
• Square cross-section at 3/16 inches wide by 3/16 inches high
• 2-1/2 inch overall length provides adequate shank for secure clamping
• Ground finish delivers consistent dimensions ready for custom profiling
• Compact size suits smaller toolholders and precision lathe work

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or shop-stock tool bit blank for manual lathes, shapers, and machine tools accepting 3/16-inch square shank tooling.

Installation Notes

Tool bit blanks are ground to final geometry by a qualified machinist using a bench or pedestal grinder fitted with an appropriate wheel for high speed steel. Wear eye protection and follow shop safety protocols during grinding. Secure the blank firmly in the toolholder before operation and confirm the cutting edge geometry is correct for the workpiece material and operation before starting the machine.