{"product_id":"value-collection-383-1186-bl-16-tool-bit-left-hand","title":"Value Collection 383-1186 BL-16 Tool Bit Left Hand","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VALUE COLLECTION 383-1186 is a BL-style single-point tool bit designed for lead angle turning operations on manual and CNC lathes. It features a solid carbide tip rated at grade C6, suited for interrupted cuts, boring, chamfering, and general turning work. The shank measures 1 inch in height and 1 inch in width, with an overall length of 6 inches. The 15-degree lead angle and left-hand cutting direction make this bit appropriate for specific approach geometries where a right-hand bit would not clear. Machinists and toolroom technicians are the primary installers and users of this tool bit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tool bit is intended for use in metalworking environments where a left-hand, lead angle turning tool is required. Typical applications include facing cuts moving toward the tailstock, undercutting, and finishing operations on lathes equipped with a square tool post or quick-change tool holder that accepts a 1-inch shank. The C6 carbide grade is generally suited for machining cast iron, non-ferrous metals, and hard materials where wear resistance and edge retention are priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBL-16 industry standard designation for consistent cross-brand holder compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSolid carbide tip at grade C6 for wear resistance on hard and abrasive materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLeft-hand cutting direction for tailstock-approach and undercutting operations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e15-degree lead angle for controlled chip flow and reduced entry shock on interrupted cuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 inch by 1 inch square shank fits standard BL-style tool holders\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e6 inch overall length provides adequate reach for most engine lathe setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style replacement and standard fit for BL-style square shank tool holders accepting a 1-inch shank height and 1-inch shank width, consistent with the BL-16 industry standard designation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tool bit is installed and set by a machinist or toolroom technician. Before changing or indexing any tool bit, ensure the lathe spindle is fully stopped and the machine is powered down or in a locked-out state per facility lockout-tagout procedures. The bit should be seated fully in the holder and clamped securely before taking any cut. Do not use a tool bit that shows chipping, cracking, or edge breakdown, as carbide can fracture unpredictably under interrupted cut loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndustry Standard Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: BL-16\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool Bit Style\u003c\/strong\u003e: BL\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool Bit Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lead Angle Turning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Direction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Left Hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Height\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShank Width\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLead Angle\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip Material\u003c\/strong\u003e: Solid Carbide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip Material Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e: C6\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCutting Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e: Boring, Chamfering, Interrupted Cuts, Turning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUNSPSC Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: 27112800\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: VALUE COLLECTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 383-1186\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"VALUE COLLECTION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51720494416178,"sku":"383-1186","price":61.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/2c2d4ce9d4f69acac5a08c32a9c43065.jpg?v=1788565002","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/value-collection-383-1186-bl-16-tool-bit-left-hand","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}