Drill Rod Tool Steels 06342109 A2 Tool Steel Flat Stock

Product Description

The DRILL ROD TOOL STEELS 06342109 is an A2 air-hardening tool steel flat stock bar intended for toolmaking, die work, and precision machining applications. It measures 7/8 inches thick, 1 inch wide, and 18 inches long, with close mill tolerances held throughout. A2 tool steel is an air-hardening, cold-work grade known for its dimensional stability during heat treatment and good wear resistance. The material ships at approximately 4.46 pounds and is suited for use by machinists, toolmakers, and metalworking shops requiring reliable, tight-tolerance stock.

This flat stock is used in fabricating punches, dies, gauges, and other precision toolroom components where air-hardening steel is specified. The 18-inch length provides workable stock for a range of tool blanks and custom parts. The piece ships as a single bar at a minimum order quantity of one, making it practical for both prototype and production toolroom use.

Key Features

• AISI A2 air-hardening cold-work tool steel for stable, distortion-resistant heat treatment
• Thickness tolerance: +0.010 to +0.015 inches for consistent grinding stock
• Width tolerance: +0.010 to +0.015 inches
• Length tolerance: +0.062 inches
• Square tolerance: +/- 0.003 inches for accurate setup and layout
• Weighs approximately 4.46 pounds per bar

Compatibility

Designed as a standard A2 air-hardening tool steel flat bar for general toolroom, die-making, and precision machining applications where AISI A2 material is specified.

Installation Notes

Cutting, grinding, and heat treatment of tool steel should be performed by qualified machinists or toolmakers following established shop practices. Air-hardening grades like A2 must be brought to proper austenitizing temperature and allowed to cool in still air - quenching in oil or water is not appropriate for this grade. Always wear appropriate PPE when sawing or grinding tool steel. Consult current AISI or ASM heat-treatment guidelines for hardening and tempering procedures specific to A2.