Drill Rod Tool Steels 06320600 A2 Flat Stock 5/16x6x18 in

Product Description

The DRILL ROD TOOL STEELS 06320600 is a precision-ground A2 air-hardening tool steel flat stock measuring 5/16 inches thick, 6 inches wide, and 18 inches long. A2 tool steel is a chromium-molybdenum alloy known for its stable air-hardening characteristics, good wear resistance, and minimal distortion during heat treatment. This flat stock is supplied in the annealed condition and is suitable for machining, grinding, or EDM work prior to hardening. It is used by tool and die makers, machinists, and metalworking professionals who require consistent dimensional stock for fabricating dies, punches, gauges, and precision tooling components.

This flat stock is a standard choice for tool rooms and job shops producing short-run tooling, fixtures, and wear components. The 6-inch width and 18-inch length provide adequate material for a range of die and punch applications in both light industrial and production machining environments. The controlled tolerances on thickness, width, and length support reliable fitment in close-tolerance tooling setups without requiring heavy stock removal before final grinding.

Key Features

• A2 air-hardening tool steel for minimal distortion during heat treatment
• Thickness: 5/16 inches with tolerance of +0.010 to 0.015 inches
• Width: 6 inches with tolerance of +0.010 to 0.015 inches
• Length: 18 inches with tolerance of +0.062 inches
• Square tolerance: +/- 0.003 inches for consistent flatness and squareness
• AISI Type A2 material specification

Compatibility

Designed as a standard AISI A2 air-hardening tool steel flat stock suitable for general tool and die, punch, gauge, and precision fixture fabrication applications.

Installation Notes

Machining, grinding, and heat treatment of A2 tool steel should be performed by qualified machinists or toolmakers familiar with air-hardening steel procedures. Always follow the material manufacturer's recommended annealing, hardening, and tempering cycles to achieve target hardness and minimize distortion. Use appropriate cutting fluids and grinding wheel specifications for tool steel. Personal protective equipment including eye protection and gloves is required when cutting or grinding steel stock.