Drill Rod Tool Steels 86463593 A2 Tool Steel Flat Stock

Product Description

The DRILL ROD TOOL STEELS 86463593 is an A2 air-hardening tool steel flat stock bar cut to 5/32 inch thickness, 1/2 inch width, and 36 inches in length. A2 tool steel is an air-hardening, cold-work steel known for its dimensional stability during heat treatment and good wear resistance. This flat stock is supplied in the annealed condition, ready for machining, grinding, and subsequent hardening by qualified toolmakers, machinists, and die makers. At 0.9 pounds per piece, it is a practical single-piece stock for fabricating punches, dies, gauges, form tools, and other precision tooling components.

This flat stock is suited for tool and die shops, machine shops, and maintenance departments requiring small-section A2 stock for custom tooling fabrication. The 36-inch length accommodates multiple blanks per bar for short-run tooling projects. Its air-hardening characteristic minimizes distortion and cracking risk during the hardening cycle compared to oil- or water-hardening grades, making it a preferred choice where dimensional accuracy after heat treat is critical.

Key Features

• A2 air-hardening tool steel - minimal distortion during hardening cycle
• 5/32 inch thickness x 1/2 inch width x 36 inch length - small-section flat bar format
• Thickness tolerance of +0.010 to 0.015 inches for consistent stock removal planning
• Width tolerance of +0.010 to 0.015 inches
• Length tolerance of +0.250 to 0.500 inches
• Squareness held to 0.003 inches on edges and 0.004 inches per inch of thickness on ends

Compatibility

Designed as a standard A2 air-hardening tool steel flat stock bar suitable for use in tool and die fabrication, punch and die sets, gauges, and precision tooling applications requiring AISI A2 material specification.

Installation Notes

Machining and grinding should be performed prior to the hardening cycle. Heat treatment of A2 tool steel should be carried out by personnel familiar with applicable metallurgical procedures and furnace equipment. Wear appropriate PPE when cutting, grinding, or handling sharp-edged stock. Follow shop safety protocols and applicable OSHA guidelines when operating machine tools.