Value Collection 383-8306 GL-8 Tool Bit Left Hand C6 Carbide

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 383-8306 is a single-point tool bit designed for lathe turning and facing operations in metalworking environments. Built to the GL-8 industry standard, this left-hand offset end cutting bit features a C6 solid carbide tip ground to a 1/32 inch nose radius. The 1/2 inch square shank measures 3.5 inches in overall length, providing a compact profile suited for work close to chuck jaws or shoulders. At 0.26 pounds, it is a lightweight yet rigid insert-style tool appropriate for production turning in both manual and CNC lathe applications. Licensed machinists and tool-and-die tradespeople are the primary installers.

This tool bit is applied in turning and facing-to-shoulder operations where clearance near the chuck jaw is limited. The left-hand cutting direction suits setups where the carriage feeds from left to right, or where specific workholding orientation demands a left-hand geometry. The GL style offset end cutting profile makes it well suited for profiling shoulders and finishing faces on ferrous and non-ferrous stock in job shop and production floor environments alike.

Key Features

• GL-8 industry standard geometry for predictable, repeatable tool positioning
• C6 solid carbide tip grade rated for general-purpose turning and facing of steel and cast iron
• Left-hand offset end cutting style for shoulder turning and face work close to the chuck
• 1/32 inch nose radius balances surface finish quality with edge strength
• 1/2 inch square shank fits standard tool posts and holders sized for 1/2 inch tooling
• 3.5 inch overall length provides a compact footprint for close-clearance setups

Compatibility

Designed as a GL-8 standard single-point tool bit compatible with tool posts and holders accepting a 1/2 inch shank height and 1/2 inch shank width. Specific machine or holder model compatibility was not provided in the product data.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by a machinist or toolroom technician. Ensure the lathe is powered down and the chuck is fully stopped before mounting or removing tool bits. Secure the shank firmly in the tool post at the correct center height before initiating a cut. Carbide tips are brittle — avoid interrupted cuts or impact loading beyond the grade rating without verifying suitability for the application.