Drill Rod Tool Steels 86233509 A2 Tool Steel Flat Stock

Product Description

The DRILL ROD TOOL STEELS 86233509 is an A2 air-hardening tool steel flat stock measuring 0.75 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 toughness-to-hardness balance. This flat stock is precision-ground to tight tolerances, with a thickness tolerance of plus or minus 0.001 inches and a width tolerance of plus 0.000 to minus 0.005 inches. It is suited for machinists, toolmakers, and die makers fabricating punches, dies, gauges, and precision tooling components requiring high wear resistance and reliable heat-treat response.

This flat stock is commonly used in tool and die shops, machine shops, and precision manufacturing environments. Typical applications include blanking dies, forming dies, trim dies, punches, and precision gauges where dimensional consistency before and after hardening is critical. The 0.75 inches by 5 inches by 18 inches size suits medium-scale tooling projects where stock removal and final grinding are part of the manufacturing process. A2 air-hardening steel is preferred when distortion control during heat treatment is a primary concern compared to oil-hardening grades.

Key Features

• A2 air-hardening tool steel with excellent dimensional stability through heat treatment
• Thickness tolerance of plus or minus 0.001 inches for precision fitment
• Width tolerance of plus 0.000 to minus 0.005 inches
• Length tolerance of plus or minus 0.062 inches
• Square tolerance of plus or minus 0.003 inches
• Material specification conforms to AISI Type A2

Compatibility

Designed as a standard A2 air-hardening tool steel flat stock for use in tool and die fabrication, punch and die sets, gauge making, and general precision machining applications requiring AISI A2 material specification.

Installation Notes

Machining and heat treatment of A2 tool steel should be performed by qualified toolmakers or machinists familiar with cold-work die steel handling. Air-hardening steels require controlled atmosphere or vacuum heat treatment to minimize surface decarburization. Always follow established shop safety procedures and applicable industry standards when grinding, machining, or heat-treating tool steel stock. Wear appropriate PPE during all machining and heat-treat operations.