Value Collection 383-0156 AL-8 Tool Bit Left Hand C6 Carbide

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 383-0156 is a single-point tool bit designed for metal cutting operations on manual and CNC lathes. Built to the AL-8 industry standard, this left-hand tool bit features a solid carbide tip rated at grade C6, making it suitable for general-purpose turning, boring, and chamfering on a range of ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The shank measures 0.5 inches in height and 0.5 inches in width, with an overall length of 3.5 inches. Machinists and tool-and-die technicians reach for carbide-tipped single-point bits when high cutting speeds or hard materials call for better heat resistance and edge retention than high-speed steel provides.

This tool bit is used in square-shoulder turning applications on standard engine lathes, turret lathes, and manual machining centers. The left-hand cutting direction means the tool feeds from left to right relative to the workpiece, making it the correct choice for back-turning, facing toward the tailstock, or applications where a right-hand bit would create interference. Typical cutting applications for this bit include outside diameter turning, internal boring operations, and chamfering. It is sized for tool holders accepting a 0.5 inch by 0.5 inch shank.

Key Features

• AL-8 industry standard style for consistent fit in compatible tool holders
• C6 solid carbide tip for extended tool life in high-speed cutting applications
• Left-hand cutting direction for back-turning and tailstock-side facing operations
• Square shoulder turning geometry supports boring, chamfering, and OD turning
• 0.5 inch by 0.5 inch shank cross-section fits standard AL-series tool holders
• Compact 3.5 inch overall length reduces overhang and improves rigidity

Compatibility

Designed for use in tool holders accepting a 0.5 inch by 0.5 inch shank, conforming to the AL-8 industry standard dimension. Suitable for square-shoulder turning applications on engine lathes and turret lathes where a left-hand single-point carbide tool bit is required.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or toolroom technician. The tool bit must be secured in a properly sized tool holder and set to the correct center height before cutting begins. Ensure the machine spindle is fully stopped and the lathe is locked out before installing or adjusting the tool bit. Do not exceed the cutting parameters recommended for C6 carbide grade; consult your machine and tooling documentation for appropriate speeds and feeds.