Value Collection 0003590-MSC 75285205 303 Ss Rectangular Rod

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 0003590-MSC 75285205 is a 303 stainless steel rectangular rod intended for machining, fabrication, and general industrial applications. Measuring 12 inches in overall length, 1-1/2 inches in overall width, and 1 inch in thickness, this bar stock is cut to a fixed size and ships as a single piece. 303 stainless steel is the standard free-machining grade of austenitic stainless, offering excellent machinability compared to 304 while retaining corrosion resistance suitable for most indoor and light industrial environments. Machinists, fabricators, and tool-and-die shops use this grade for shafts, bushings, fittings, and custom hardware where tight tolerances are required.

This rectangular rod is suited for job-shop machining, prototype fabrication, and maintenance-repair operations in industrial, commercial, and light manufacturing settings. The fixed 12-inch length allows for straightforward setup on manual or CNC lathes, mills, and band saws. Width tolerance is held to plus or minus 0.0040 inches and thickness tolerance to 0.0020 inches, making it appropriate for applications where dimensional consistency matters before finish machining. Typical end uses include spacers, brackets, wear pads, and custom-machined components.

Key Features

• 303 stainless steel alloy — free-machining grade with good corrosion resistance
• Fixed 12-inch overall length ready for immediate setup and cutting
• Width tolerance of plus or minus 0.0040 inches for dimensional consistency
• Thickness tolerance of 0.0020 inches for tight-tolerance machining applications
• Single-piece packaging — no minimum bundle requirement beyond one unit
• Weighs 5.1 pounds for straightforward handling and fixturing

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose 303 stainless steel rectangular bar stock suitable for use in any machining or fabrication application requiring free-machining austenitic stainless steel in this size profile.

Installation Notes

Machinists and fabricators should secure the bar stock firmly in a vise or fixture before cutting or milling operations. Use coolant appropriate for stainless steel to prevent work hardening during machining. Deburr all cut edges before final assembly. Follow applicable shop safety protocols and relevant facility standards when operating cutting and milling equipment.