{"product_id":"drill-rod-tool-steels-85999753-a2-tool-steel-flat-stock","title":"Drill Rod Tool Steels 85999753 A2 Tool Steel Flat Stock","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DRILL ROD TOOL STEELS 85999753 is an A2 air-hardening tool steel flat stock bar measuring 3\/8 inch thick, 8 inches wide, and 36 inches long. A2 tool steel is an air-hardening, cold-work die steel known for its excellent dimensional stability during heat treatment, moderate toughness, and good wear resistance. This flat stock is precision-ground to tight tolerances, making it suitable for toolroom fabrication, die making, punch tooling, and precision fixture work. Machinists, tool-and-die makers, and industrial maintenance professionals work with this material when dimensional accuracy and hardenability are critical requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA2 air-hardening flat stock is a standard choice for cold-work tooling applications including blanking dies, forming dies, punches, gauges, and precision jigs. The 8-inch width and 36-inch length provide substantial material for cutting multiple blanks or fabricating larger tooling components. Air-hardening characteristics minimize distortion during the hardening cycle compared to oil-hardening grades, making A2 a preferred grade when tight finished tolerances must be held through heat treat. This stock is appropriate for both production tooling and prototype work in machine shops and tool rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAISI A2 air-hardening tool steel grade for minimal distortion during heat treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision thickness tolerance of plus or minus 0.001 inches for consistent stock removal during machining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth tolerance of plus 0.000 to plus 0.005 inches for accurate fit in close-tolerance applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength tolerance of plus or minus 0.250 to 0.500 inches, standard for bar stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquareness tolerance of 0.003 inches on edges and 0.004 inches per inch of thickness on ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull 36-inch length provides flexibility for multiple part layouts from a single piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a standard AISI A2 air-hardening tool steel flat bar suitable for cold-work tooling, die making, and precision machining applications where air-hardening grades are specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaterial cutting and machining should be performed by qualified machinists or tool-and-die makers using appropriate metalworking equipment. Heat treatment to harden A2 tool steel requires controlled atmosphere or vacuum furnace equipment and should be performed according to established metallurgical procedures for the A2 grade. Always wear appropriate PPE including eye protection and cut-resistant gloves when handling flat bar stock with sharp edges. 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