Value Collection 363-6050 Parallel Cutoff Blade M2 Hss

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 363-6050 is a parallel-style cutoff blade designed for parting and grooving operations on lathes and similar turning machines. Ground from M2 high speed steel with a bright finish, this blade delivers consistent cutting performance across a range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials. It measures 1/8 inch wide, 3/4 inch high, and 5 inches long, making it a standard fit for most cutoff toolholders that accept the P3W industry-standard blade profile. Machinists, tool-and-die workers, and production shop technicians are the primary users. The M2 grade provides a good balance of wear resistance and toughness for general-purpose parting work.

This cutoff blade is suited for manual and CNC lathes in job shops, production facilities, and maintenance machining environments. The parallel blade style seats squarely in compatible toolholders, keeping the cutting edge perpendicular to the workpiece for clean, consistent parting cuts. It is appropriate for cutting-off stock in both short-run and repetitive production applications where a reliable, replaceable blade is preferred over a brazed or solid tool setup.

Key Features

• Parallel blade style seats flush and square in standard P3W-pattern cutoff toolholders
• M2 high speed steel construction provides solid wear resistance for general-purpose parting operations
• Bright finish indicates an uncoated, ground surface ready for immediate use out of the package
• 1/8 inch width produces narrow kerfs, minimizing material loss during parting cuts
• 5 inch overall length accommodates standard cutoff blade holders used on most bench and engine lathes

Compatibility

Designed to fit toolholders that accept the P3W industry-standard parallel cutoff blade profile with a 1/8 inch wide by 3/4 inch high blade section.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a machinist or toolroom technician. Before seating the blade, ensure the lathe is fully powered down and the spindle is locked. Secure the blade firmly in the cutoff toolholder with clamping screws tightened evenly to prevent blade movement or deflection during the cut. Inspect the blade seating surface and holder slot for chips or burrs before each installation to maintain blade alignment.