Value Collection 0000129592-MSC 74685017 Ss Rectangular Rod

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 0000129592-MSC 74685017 is a 17-4 PH stainless steel rectangular rod intended for precision machining, tooling, fixtures, and structural fabrication applications. It measures 12 inches in length, 1-1/2 inches in width, and 1/2 inch in thickness, with a width tolerance of plus or minus 0.0310 inches and a thickness tolerance of 0.0120 inches. The 17-4 PH alloy grade delivers a combination of high tensile strength and moderate corrosion resistance, making it a common choice in aerospace, defense, food processing, and industrial manufacturing environments where tight dimensional control is required.

This rectangular rod is suited for machine shops, fabrication facilities, and maintenance operations that require a precision-ground or saw-cut stock piece for secondary processing. At 12 inches in length and weighing approximately 2.55 pounds, the bar is manageable for bench work, milling, or turning operations. It is typically worked by machinists, toolmakers, and metalworking professionals who specify 17-4 PH stainless for its age-hardening capability and dimensional stability under load.

Key Features

• 17-4 PH stainless steel alloy grade offers high strength with good corrosion resistance
• Width tolerance of plus or minus 0.0310 inches for consistent fitment in close-tolerance applications
• Thickness tolerance of 0.0120 inches supports precision machining and grinding operations
• 12-inch length provides a practical starting stock size for single-part or short-run fabrication
• Rectangular bar profile simplifies fixturing and workholding during secondary operations
• Age-hardenable alloy suitable for applications requiring elevated hardness after heat treatment

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose 17-4 PH stainless steel bar stock for use in any application specifying this alloy grade in a rectangular rod form at the stated dimensions.

Installation Notes

This material is typically cut, milled, ground, or turned by qualified machinists using tooling rated for stainless steel alloys. Carbide or cobalt-grade cutting tools are standard practice when machining 17-4 PH stainless. Heat treatment for age hardening should be performed by a qualified metallurgical process shop following appropriate industry specifications. Always inspect dimensions on receipt and confirm tolerances meet drawing requirements before beginning secondary operations.