Value Collection 397-7018 Parallel Cutoff Blade M35 Cobalt

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 397-7018 is a parallel-style cutoff blade designed for precision parting and grooving operations on lathes and screw machines. Manufactured from M35 cobalt high-speed steel, this blade offers enhanced heat and wear resistance compared to standard M2 HSS tooling, making it well suited for cutting harder workpiece materials and higher-speed applications. The blade measures 3/16 inches wide, 1 inch high, and 8 inches in overall length, weighing 0.3 pounds. Machinists and tool room operators rely on this profile for straight, consistent cutoff passes with minimal deflection.

This cutoff blade is intended for use in production and job shop environments where reliable parting performance is required. The parallel blade style maintains a consistent width from tip to shank, which supports clean entry and exit on a range of bar stock diameters. It is compatible with standard blade-type cutoff toolholders that accept this blade width and height profile. Typical applications include production turning, threading preparation, and stock parting on manual or CNC lathes.

Key Features

• M35 cobalt high-speed steel construction for improved heat resistance and tool life over standard HSS
• Parallel blade style for consistent width and straight cutoff passes
• 3/16 inch blade width minimizes material loss at the cutoff point
• 1 inch blade height provides adequate rigidity for parting operations
• 8 inch overall length fits a wide range of standard cutoff toolholders

Compatibility

Designed for use in standard blade-type cutoff toolholders that accept a 3/16 inch wide by 1 inch high blade profile. Confirm toolholder specifications before installation.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified machinist or toolroom technician. Ensure the lathe spindle is fully stopped and locked out before seating or adjusting the blade in the toolholder. The blade must be clamped securely and set at the correct centerline height to prevent chatter and premature edge failure. Follow the machine manufacturer's guidelines for tool overhang and feed rates appropriate to the workpiece material.