Value Collection 0000003550-MSC 75284257 Ss Rectangular Rod

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 0000003550-MSC 75284257 is a 303 stainless steel rectangular rod used as raw stock material in fabrication, machining, and maintenance applications. The rod measures 36 inches in length, 3/4 inches in width, and 3/8 inches in thickness, with a weight of 2.87 pounds. The 303 alloy grade provides good machinability and corrosion resistance, making it a practical choice for precision-cut parts, brackets, guides, and structural components. Machinists and fabricators working in industrial, commercial, or trade shop environments will find this stock suitable for lathe, mill, and saw operations.

This rectangular rod is suited for general-purpose fabrication tasks where a free-machining stainless steel bar stock is required. Typical applications include manufacturing custom brackets, shafts, pins, spacers, and wear components. The 303 alloy is commonly selected when secondary machining operations such as drilling, threading, or turning are planned. This rod ships as a single piece and is appropriate for both shop prototyping and replacement-part production in light industrial and trade service environments.

Key Features

• 303 stainless steel alloy offers improved machinability compared to 304 and 316 grades
• 36 inches overall length provides full bar stock for cutting to required dimensions
• Tight width tolerance of plus or minus 0.0040 inches supports precision fitment
• Thickness tolerance of 0.0020 inches for consistent cross-section across the length
• Rectangular profile suits slot, bracket, and flat-component fabrication work
• Single-piece packaging with a minimum order quantity of 1

Compatibility

Designed as general-purpose 303 stainless steel rectangular bar stock suitable for use in fabrication, machining, and trade maintenance applications where free-machining stainless material is specified.

Installation Notes

This product is raw bar stock intended for machining or fabrication by qualified machinists or skilled tradespeople. Use appropriate cutting, grinding, and handling equipment when processing stainless steel stock. Wear proper personal protective equipment including eye protection and cut-resistant gloves when cutting or machining. Secure the workpiece firmly in a vise or fixture before any machining operation to prevent movement.