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Machinists, tool-and-die makers, and metalworking shops use this material to fabricate dies, punches, gauges, and similar precision tooling components requiring predictable hardening behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA2 flat stock in this size range is well suited for cold-work tooling applications in job shops and production machine shops. The 18-inch length makes it practical for cutting multiple blanks from a single piece. Its air-hardening characteristic reduces quench distortion compared to oil- or water-hardening grades, making it a common choice when maintaining tight dimensional control through the hardening cycle is a priority. This piece ships at 9.68 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAISI A2 air-hardening tool steel  -  reduced distortion during heat treatment compared to oil-hardening grades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness tolerance: plus or minus 0.001 inches for consistent stock removal during grinding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth tolerance: plus 0.000 to 0.005 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength tolerance: plus or minus 0.062 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquareness: edge 0.003 inches and ends 0.004 inches per inch of thickness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-piece minimum order quantity  -  no bulk commitment required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a standard A2 air-hardening tool steel flat bar for use in cold-work die, punch, and gauge fabrication applications where AISI A2 material specification is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCutting, grinding, and heat treatment of tool steel should be performed by qualified machinists or toolmakers familiar with A2 material procedures. Always follow the steel manufacturer's recommended preheat, austenitizing, and air-quench parameters for A2 tool steel  -  do not substitute a different hardening medium. Use appropriate personal protective equipment when machining or grinding tool steel. 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