Drill Rod Tool Steels 85998359 A2 Tool Steel Flat Stock

Product Description

The DRILL ROD TOOL STEELS 85998359 is an A2 air-hardening tool steel flat stock bar suited for toolmaking, die work, and precision machining applications. Measuring 0.5 inches thick, 0.625 inches wide, and 18 inches long, this flat stock is produced to tight dimensional tolerances that support accurate blanking and fitment before hardening. A2 tool steel offers good wear resistance and dimensional stability during the air-hardening process, making it a reliable choice for punches, dies, gauges, and similar toolroom components. Each piece ships individually and is ready for cutting, grinding, or machining prior to heat treatment.

This flat stock is intended for use in toolroom, die-making, and general machine shop environments where precise stock dimensions are required before heat treatment. Its air-hardening grade simplifies the hardening process by reducing the need for quenching media. Typical installers and users include tool and die makers, machinists, and maintenance professionals working on custom tooling and fixture fabrication in both job shop and production settings.

Key Features

• A2 air-hardening tool steel grade for dimensional stability during heat treatment
• Thickness tolerance of plus or minus 0.001 inches for close-tolerance work
• Width tolerance of plus 0.000 to minus 0.005 inches
• 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
• Single-piece minimum order quantity for low-volume toolroom use

Compatibility

Designed as a standard A2 air-hardening tool steel flat stock for use in toolroom and die-making applications requiring AISI A2 material specification.

Installation Notes

Cutting, grinding, and machining should be performed before the heat-treatment cycle. Always follow the material supplier's recommended hardening and tempering temperature range for A2 tool steel. Use appropriate personal protective equipment and machine guarding during stock preparation. Consult applicable shop safety standards when operating cutting or grinding equipment on tool steel flat stock.