Value Collection 0129590-MSC 74684986 Ss Rectangular Rod

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 0129590-MSC 74684986 is a 17-4 PH stainless steel rectangular rod measuring 12 inches in length, 1 inch in width, and 0.5 inch in thickness. The 17-4 PH alloy grade delivers a combination of high tensile strength and good corrosion resistance, making it a dependable choice for precision machining, tooling fixtures, and structural fabrication. Width tolerance is plus or minus 0.0150 inches and thickness tolerance is 0.0080 inches, supporting close-tolerance applications. Machinists, fabricators, and industrial maintenance technicians are the primary users. The rod ships as a single piece at 1.7 pounds.

This rectangular rod suits applications in aerospace component fabrication, marine hardware, food-processing equipment, and general industrial machining where corrosion resistance and dimensional accuracy are required. The 17-4 PH grade responds well to precipitation hardening heat treatment, expanding its usefulness across a range of load-bearing and wear-resistant part applications. It is appropriate for both prototype work and short-run production in machine shops and job shops handling stainless steel stock.

Key Features

• 17-4 PH alloy grade stainless steel for high strength and corrosion resistance
• Rectangular bar profile: 12 inches long, 1 inch wide, 0.5 inch thick
• Width tolerance of plus or minus 0.0150 inches for close-tolerance machining
• Thickness tolerance of 0.0080 inches for consistent stock removal and fit-up
• Single-piece packaging at 1.7 pounds — no minimum multi-unit commitment required
• Supports precipitation hardening heat treatment for elevated mechanical properties

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 17-4 PH stainless steel rectangular bar suitable for general machining, fabrication, and industrial maintenance applications requiring precipitation-hardenable stainless steel stock.

Installation Notes

Cutting, grinding, and machining of stainless steel stock should be performed by qualified machinists or fabricators using tooling rated for stainless steel alloys. Carbide or cobalt tooling is standard practice for 17-4 PH material. Work-hardening characteristics of stainless steel require consistent feed rates and sharp tooling to avoid surface work hardening during machining operations. Follow applicable shop safety procedures for rotating equipment and metal chips when cutting or finishing this material.