Value Collection 460-2160 M35 Cobalt Tool Bit Blank 6 Inches

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 460-2160 is a solid cobalt tool bit blank sized at 0.25 inches wide by 0.25 inches high by 6 inches overall length. Made from M35 cobalt high-speed steel, this blank is designed for machinists and tool grinders who need to shape and grind their own cutting profiles. The square cross-section provides a uniform, consistent starting geometry. At 0.5 pounds, it is compact and easy to handle on the bench grinder or surface grinder. M35 cobalt material offers increased heat and wear resistance compared to standard high-speed steel, making it well-suited for demanding turning, boring, and form-cutting applications.

This tool bit blank is used in manual and CNC lathe operations, screw machine setups, and general-purpose metal removal applications where a custom-ground profile is required. Machinists grind the blank to a specific tool geometry using a bench or pedestal grinder, then mount the finished tool in a tool post or holder. Suitable for cutting ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Typical users include tool room machinists, production shops, and vocational training environments where custom-profile tooling is regularly fabricated.

Key Features

• M35 cobalt high-speed steel construction for improved heat resistance and edge retention
• Square cross-section at 0.25 inches wide by 0.25 inches high for uniform stock geometry
• 6-inch overall length provides generous material for multiple grinds or custom profiles
• Unground blank allows machinists to shape the exact cutting geometry needed
• Consistent dimensions support accurate tool post and holder fitment

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose tool bit blank for use in standard 0.25-inch tool post holders and lathe tool holders that accept square-shank bits of this cross-section.

Installation Notes

Grinding this blank to a finished tool profile should be performed by a qualified machinist using appropriate grinding equipment and personal protective equipment including eye protection. Ensure the bench or pedestal grinder is properly guarded and the tool rest is set correctly before grinding. Mount the finished tool bit securely in the tool post holder and verify clamping before machine operation. Follow applicable shop safety protocols and machine manufacturer guidelines during use.