Drill Rod Tool Steels 85997914 A2 Tool Steel Flat Stock

Product Description

The DRILL ROD TOOL STEELS 85997914 is an A2 air-hardening tool steel flat stock sized at 3/32 inches thick, 5 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 precision-ground to tight tolerances, making it suitable for fabricating dies, punches, gauges, and cutting tools. Machinists, tool-and-die makers, and metal fabricators work with this material in job shops and production facilities where consistent stock dimensions and predictable hardening response are required.

This flat stock is used in cold-work tooling applications including blanking dies, forming dies, trim dies, and precision fixtures. The air-hardening characteristic of A2 minimizes distortion during the hardening cycle compared to oil-hardening grades, making it a common choice when tight finished tolerances must be maintained after heat treatment. It is suitable for both prototype and production tooling in general metalworking and manufacturing environments.

Key Features

• A2 air-hardening tool steel for reduced distortion during heat treatment
• Precision flat stock with thickness tolerance of plus or minus 0.001 inches
• Width tolerance of plus 0.000 to minus 0.005 inches for consistent fitment
• Length tolerance of plus or minus 0.062 inches
• Squareness held to 0.003 inches on edges and 0.004 inches per inch of thickness on ends
• AISI Type A2 material specification for predictable hardening and wear performance

Compatibility

Designed as a standard A2 air-hardening tool steel flat stock suitable for cold-work die and tooling applications where AISI A2 material specification is required.

Installation Notes

Cutting, grinding, and machining of tool steel flat stock should be performed by qualified machinists or tool-and-die makers using appropriate cutting fluids and tooling rated for hard or semi-hard steel. Heat treatment including hardening and tempering should follow established procedures for AISI A2 tool steel and should be performed by a qualified heat treater. Always use personal protective equipment when cutting or grinding tool steel. Confirm all finished component dimensions after heat treatment before placing parts into service.