Value Collection 383-1136 BL-6 Single-point Tool Bit Left Hand

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 383-1136 is a single-point tool bit designed for lathe and turning operations in machine shops and toolroom environments. Built to Industry Standard BL-6, this left-hand cutting bit features a solid carbide tip rated C6 for hardness and wear resistance. The shank measures 3/8 inches in height and 3/8 inches in width, with an overall length of 2.5 inches. The 15-degree lead angle and C6 carbide grade make this bit well suited for interrupted cuts, chamfering, boring, and general turning where tool rigidity and edge retention are critical.

This tool bit is intended for use in standard single-point tool holders on manual lathes and CNC turning centers where BL-style bits are specified. Its left-hand cutting direction makes it appropriate for operations moving from left to right, or when working up to shoulders on the left side of a workpiece. Machinists, toolroom operators, and maintenance technicians performing turning, boring, chamfering, or interrupted-cut operations will find this bit a direct fit for standard BL-6 tooling setups.

Key Features

• Industry Standard BL-6 single-point tool bit style for direct replacement in compatible holders
• Left-hand cutting direction for right-to-left feed operations
• C6 solid carbide tip grade provides hardness suitable for boring, chamfering, and interrupted cuts
• 15-degree lead angle reduces cutting forces and improves chip flow in turning applications
• Compact 2.5-inch overall length fits standard short-reach tool holders
• 3/8 inch square shank fits common BL-series tool holders without modification

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or direct-fit tool bit for BL-6 standard single-point tool holders used in manual and CNC lathe turning applications.

Installation Notes

Installation of single-point tool bits should be performed by a qualified machinist or toolroom technician. Ensure the lathe spindle is fully stopped and locked out before changing tooling. Secure the shank firmly in the tool holder to minimize overhang and prevent chatter during cutting. Follow the machine manufacturer guidelines and applicable shop safety standards when setting tool height and feed rates.