Omega Products Machinable Tool Blank - Type A1 (VDI30) is a premium carbide blank designed as a versatile starting point for custom tooling. It’s ideal for engineers, machinists, and fabricators who need a reliable blank that can be shaped to your exact final form. The Type A1 blank delivers a balance of toughness, wear resistance, and precision to support a wide range of applications. Machined from premium carbide and finished with a precision-ground surface, this cylindrical blank provides consistent dimensions and straightforward final shaping. Available in standard sizes, it’s ready to be turned, milled, or bored to your required tool geometry and VDI30 interface. Precision-ground for tight tolerances: Maintains consistent dimensions for reliable final parts and reduces the need for post-machining adjustments. Cylindrical form for easy machining: Provides straightforward clamping and profiling, speeding up setup and improving dimensional repeatability across jobs. Premium carbide with toughness and wear resistance: Delivers long tool life in demanding cutting conditions, minimizing tool changes and downtime. With these benefits, the Type A1 blank helps you accelerate tool development, improve workflow efficiency, and achieve consistent, high-quality results across batches. Its ready-to-machine geometry, durable carbide, and standard-size options give you flexibility, reliability, and confidence to meet tight production schedules.