Value Collection 700-007226 Rectangular Carbide Blank

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 700-007226 is a rectangular tungsten carbide blank designed for use in tooling, machining, and cutting applications where a raw, unground carbide substrate is needed. Measuring 0.5 inches long, 0.375 inches wide, and 0.09375 inches thick, this blank features a corner radius of 0.1875 inches. It is manufactured to Industry Specification 2100 and carries Material Grade C2 and Industry Grade C2, which correspond to general-purpose machining of cast iron, nonferrous metals, and similar materials. The blank arrives unground, allowing machinists and toolmakers to finish it to the exact geometry required for their application.

This carbide blank is suited for use in tool and die shops, machine shops, and precision manufacturing environments. It is typically used as a starting substrate for brazed cutting tools, wear parts, and custom tooling inserts. The unground condition makes it appropriate for shops that grind their own tooling to tight tolerances. Its compact size fits small-format tool holders and boring bar applications common in both production and job-shop settings.

Key Features

• Unground finish allows custom grinding to final geometry
• Corner radius of 0.1875 inches reduces stress concentration at corners
• Grade I-22 carbide meeting Industry Specification 2100
• Material Grade C2 suited for general-purpose machining of cast iron and nonferrous materials
• Series 2000 classification for consistent cross-sourcing and specification matching
• Compact dimensions suitable for small-format tooling and precision insert applications

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or raw material substrate for brazed carbide tooling applications requiring a rectangular blank in the Series 2000, Grade C2 category per Industry Specification 2100.

Installation Notes

Carbide blanks of this type are typically handled by toolmakers and machinists using diamond grinding wheels and appropriate personal protective equipment, as carbide grinding produces fine particulate. Secure the blank properly in a fixture or vise before grinding to prevent movement. Avoid using standard aluminum oxide wheels on tungsten carbide, as they are not effective and can cause blank damage. Follow applicable shop safety standards when brazing or bonding the blank into a tool body.