Value Collection 383-6316 Single-point Tool Bit EL-6

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 383-6316 is a left-hand, single-point offset threading tool bit designed for precision threading and V-grooving operations on a lathe. Built to the EL-6 industry standard, it features a C6 solid carbide tip brazed to a steel shank, delivering the hardness and wear resistance required for consistent thread-form accuracy. The shank measures 3/8 inches in both height and width, and the overall length is 2.5 inches. The included angle is 60 degrees, making it suited for standard 60-degree thread forms including unified and metric profiles. Machinists and tool-and-die professionals install this bit in standard tool holders on manual or CNC lathes.

This tool bit is intended for threading and V-grooving applications where the cutting direction requires a left-hand geometry, typically threading toward the tailstock or cutting right-to-left on the workpiece. The offset EL-style configuration allows the bit to thread close to a shoulder without interference. It is appropriate for use in job shops, maintenance machining environments, and production settings where small-shank tooling is required. The compact 2.5-inch overall length suits smaller lathe tool posts and quick-change holders sized for 3/8-inch shank tooling.

Key Features

• C6 solid carbide tip for high wear resistance during threading operations
• Left-hand cutting direction for threading toward the tailstock or right-to-left passes
• 60-degree included angle matches standard unified and metric thread forms
• Offset EL-style geometry enables threading and V-grooving close to a shoulder
• 3/8 inch square shank fits standard small-bore tool holders and quick-change posts
• Compact 2.5-inch overall length for use in confined tool-post setups

Compatibility

Designed as a direct-fit replacement or standard addition for lathe tool holders and quick-change tool posts that accept 3/8-inch square shank single-point tool bits conforming to the EL-6 industry standard.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or toolroom professional. Secure the shank firmly in the tool holder with the cutting tip aligned to the workpiece centerline before engaging the cut. Ensure the lathe is fully powered down and the spindle is locked before seating or adjusting the tool bit. Do not overtighten the set screws, as this can stress the brazed carbide tip.