{"product_id":"value-collection-0003532-msc-75275917-ss-rectangular-rod","title":"Value Collection 0003532-MSC 75275917 Ss Rectangular Rod","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe VALUE COLLECTION 0003532-MSC 75275917 is a 303 stainless steel rectangular rod sized at 36 inches overall length, 1 inch overall width, and 1\/4 inch thickness. Alloy grade 303 is a free-machining austenitic stainless steel, meaning it cuts cleanly on lathes, mills, and screw machines without galling or seizing. This bar stock suits fabrication shops, maintenance departments, and trade contractors who need a machinable stainless feedstock for custom brackets, spacers, shafts, and hardware components. At 2.55 pounds per piece, the rod is manageable for bench work. Dimensional tolerances are held to plus or minus 0.0040 inch on width and 0.0020 inch on thickness, with a length tolerance of 2.0000 inch, consistent with standard bar-cut stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis rectangular rod is suited for light fabrication and machining applications in industrial, commercial, and mechanical service environments. Typical uses include fabricating corrosion-resistant hardware, standoffs, slide rails, and structural inserts in wet or corrosive service conditions such as plumbing mechanical rooms, food-service equipment, and HVAC equipment frames. Machinists and fabricators working with stainless components choose 303 alloy specifically for its improved machinability compared to 304 or 316 grades, making it a practical choice when high corrosion resistance is needed alongside fast material removal rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e303 stainless steel alloy for free-machining performance and corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e36 inch overall length provides full bar-stock cuts with minimal waste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 inch width and 1\/4 inch thickness in a rectangular cross-section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth tolerance of plus or minus 0.0040 inch for dimensional consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness tolerance of 0.0020 inch for close-tolerance machined parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.55 pounds per piece — suitable for bench and machine shop handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a standard bar-stock feedstock for machining, fabrication, and general metalworking applications requiring 303-grade austenitic stainless steel in rectangular form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCut and machine using tooling rated for stainless steel alloys; carbide-tipped inserts are recommended to manage work hardening. Deburr all cut edges before assembly to prevent injury and ensure proper fit. When incorporating this rod into plumbing or mechanical assemblies, follow applicable codes including ASME B31 piping standards or local mechanical codes. Wear appropriate PPE including eye protection and gloves when cutting or machining.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: 303 Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlloy Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e: 303\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length\u003c\/strong\u003e: 36 inches (3 feet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Width\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\/4 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.0000 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: plus or minus 0.0040 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.0020 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.55 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUNSPSC Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: 30264500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: VALUE COLLECTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0003532-MSC 75275917\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"VALUE COLLECTION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51722636919090,"sku":"0003532-MSC 75275917","price":75.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/086dc1df08c600ebced2bd5b951d3893_838923fa-ab43-48de-8b84-783748cdc031.jpg?v=1788593815","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/value-collection-0003532-msc-75275917-ss-rectangular-rod","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}