{"product_id":"drill-rod-tool-steels-06312805-a2-flat-stock-3-16x8x18-in","title":"Drill Rod Tool Steels 06312805 A2 Flat Stock 3\/16x8x18 in","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DRILL ROD TOOL STEELS 06312805 is an A2 air-hardening tool steel flat stock bar used in toolmaking, die work, and precision machining applications. Measuring 0.1875 inches thick, 8 inches wide, and 18 inches long, this flat stock ships in an annealed, pre-hardened state ready for machining before heat treatment. A2 tool steel is an air-hardening, medium-alloy cold-work steel known for its dimensional stability during hardening and its good balance of toughness and wear resistance. This material is handled and processed by machinists, tool-and-die makers, and metalworking professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA2 air-hardening flat stock is commonly used in the fabrication of punches, dies, blanking tools, forming tools, and precision gauges. Its air-hardening characteristic minimizes distortion during the hardening cycle, making it a preferred choice when dimensional accuracy after heat treat is critical. This 3\/16-inch-thick, 8-inch-wide section suits applications where a wide, thin workpiece is required before final grinding or finishing to net dimensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAISI A2 air-hardening tool steel composition for stable, low-distortion hardening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 0.1875 inches thick x 8 inches wide x 18 inches long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness tolerance: +0.010 to +0.015 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth tolerance: +0.010 to +0.015 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength tolerance: +0.062 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquare tolerance: +\/- 0.003 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a standard AISI A2 tool steel flat stock suitable for cold-work tooling, die making, and precision machining applications requiring air-hardening material.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMachining and heat treatment of A2 tool steel should be performed by qualified machinists or tool-and-die makers using appropriate cutting tools rated for tool steel. Always rough-machine before heat treatment and allow for finish grinding after hardening to achieve final tolerances. Follow the material manufacturer's recommended hardening and tempering temperature cycles. Use proper personal protective equipment when cutting, grinding, or heat treating tool steel stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: A2 Air-Hardening Tool Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Specification\u003c\/strong\u003e: AISI A2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.1875 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: +0.010 to +0.015 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: +0.010 to +0.015 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: +0.062 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSquare Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: +\/- 0.003 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 7.65 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUNSPSC Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: 31231200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: DRILL ROD TOOL STEELS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 06312805\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"DRILL ROD \u0026 TOOL STEELS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52098310471986,"sku":"06312805","price":344.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/0bd010a1cae711f9686084786dbdb869_9cb9e598-a32f-476f-8053-ed6673351aa3.jpg?v=1790067470","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/drill-rod-tool-steels-06312805-a2-flat-stock-3-16x8x18-in","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}