Value Collection 362-0103 Tool Bit Blank M2 Hss Round

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 362-0103 is a round tool bit blank machined from M2 high speed steel and supplied in a ground finish. With a diameter of 5/16 inches and an overall length of 4-1/2 inches, this blank gives machinists and tool grinders a consistent starting point for custom cutting tool fabrication. M2 grade high speed steel offers strong wear resistance and toughness across a broad range of cutting applications. The ground finish means the blank arrives with close dimensional accuracy, reducing the amount of stock removal required before final sharpening or profiling. This is a single-piece unit, suited for shop use wherever a small-diameter round HSS blank is needed.

Round tool bit blanks of this size are commonly used in manual and CNC machine shops, toolrooms, and maintenance departments. A 5/16 inch diameter blank at 4-1/2 inches OAL is a practical size for fabricating small form tools, boring bars, threading tools, and custom single-point cutters. Machinists, toolmakers, and apprentice grinders working on lathes, mills, and grinders will find this blank appropriate for a wide range of light to medium-duty cutting tool projects.

Key Features

• M2 high speed steel construction for good wear resistance and edge retention
• Ground finish provides close dimensional accuracy out of the package
• Round cross-section compatible with standard tool holders and collet chucks sized for 5/16 inch shanks
• 4-1/2 inch overall length allows material for grinding multiple tool geometries or regrinding over time
• Lightweight at 0.1 pounds, easy to handle and store in a toolroom environment

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose round HSS tool bit blank for use in standard toolroom grinding and custom cutting tool fabrication applications requiring a 5/16 inch diameter M2 high speed steel blank.

Installation Notes

Tool bit blanks are ground and shaped by a qualified machinist or toolmaker using a bench or pedestal grinder. Always wear appropriate eye protection and follow shop safety protocols when grinding HSS blanks. Ensure the grinding wheel is rated for tool steel and is properly dressed before use. Secure the blank firmly in a tool rest or fixture to maintain consistent geometry during grinding.