Drill Rod Tool Steels 06308076 A2 Flat Stock Tool Steel

Product Description

The DRILL ROD TOOL STEELS 06308076 is an A2 air-hardening tool steel flat stock bar sized at 0.125 inches thick, 0.75 inches wide, and 18 inches long. A2 tool steel is an air-hardening, cold-work die steel known for its dimensional stability during heat treatment and good wear resistance. This flat stock is supplied in the annealed condition and is intended for machining to final shape before hardening. Machinists, toolmakers, and die makers use this material to fabricate punches, dies, gauges, and cutting tools where tight dimensional tolerances and consistent hardenability are required.

This flat stock is suited for tool and die shops, maintenance repair facilities, and industrial fabrication environments. Its 18-inch length and 0.125-inch by 0.75-inch cross section make it practical for smaller tooling components where material stock removal is moderate. The controlled thickness tolerance of plus 0.010 to 0.015 inches ensures predictable finishing allowances when grinding to final dimension. Trade professionals specify A2 flat stock when applications demand moderate toughness, good machinability in the annealed state, and minimal distortion during air hardening.

Key Features

• A2 air-hardening tool steel for minimal distortion during heat treatment
• Thickness: 0.125 inches with a tolerance of plus 0.010 to 0.015 inches
• Width: 0.75 inches with a tolerance of plus 0.010 to 0.015 inches
• Length: 18 inches with a tolerance of plus 0.062 inches
• Square tolerance of plus or minus 0.003 inches for consistent cross-section geometry
• Supplied in annealed condition for ease of machining prior to hardening

Compatibility

Designed as a standard A2 tool steel flat stock suitable for general toolmaking, die making, and fabrication applications requiring AISI A2 air-hardening cold-work tool steel material specification.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining should be performed in the annealed state prior to heat treatment. Air hardening of A2 tool steel should be performed by a qualified heat treater following established metallurgical procedures. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required when cutting, grinding, or machining tool steel stock. Always de-burr cut edges before handling to prevent injury.