Value Collection 460-2300 M35 Cobalt Tool Bit Blank 3/8x6in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 460-2300 is a solid M35 cobalt tool bit blank designed for grinding and shaping into custom single-point cutting tools. Measuring 3/8 inches wide by 3/8 inches high with a 6-inch overall length, this square-profile blank provides machinists and toolmakers with the raw stock needed to create lathe tools, boring bars, and specialty cutters. M35 cobalt high-speed steel offers improved heat and wear resistance compared to standard M2 HSS, making it well suited for cutting harder ferrous materials at elevated speeds.

This tool bit blank is used in machine shops, toolrooms, and production environments where off-the-shelf cutting tools do not meet application requirements. It is ground to shape on a bench or pedestal grinder and then mounted in a standard tool holder or lathe tool post. The square cross-section is a common standard size that fits a wide range of adjustable toolholders designed for 3/8-inch shanks.

Key Features

• M35 cobalt high-speed steel construction for increased red hardness and wear resistance
• Square cross-section at 3/8 inches x 3/8 inches fits standard 3/8-inch toolholders
• 6-inch overall length provides ample stock for grinding multiple profiles or regrinding
• Unground blank format allows custom geometry to be shaped to exact application needs
• Suitable for turning, facing, and boring applications on harder ferrous workpiece materials

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 3/8-inch square tool bit blank compatible with lathe toolholders and tool posts that accept 3/8-inch shank tooling.

Installation Notes

Grinding and shaping of tool bit blanks should be performed by a qualified machinist or toolmaker using appropriate bench or pedestal grinding equipment with eye and face protection. Dress the grinding wheel before use and cool the blank frequently during grinding to avoid drawing the temper of the cobalt steel. Secure the finished tool bit firmly in the toolholder before machining and verify proper tool geometry for the intended operation.