Value Collection 06010151 Tool Steel Drill Rod 15/64 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 06010151 is a W-1 water hardening tool steel drill rod measuring 15/64 inches (0.234 inches) in diameter and 36 inches in length. W-1 grade tool steel offers good machinability in the annealed state and achieves high surface hardness when quenched in water, making it a practical choice for custom tooling, punches, dowel pins, and precision shafts. Machinists, tool and die makers, and maintenance professionals use this rod stock as raw material to fabricate or repair close-tolerance components. At 0.44 pounds, it is easy to handle on the bench or at the lathe.

This drill rod is suited for general-purpose toolroom and maintenance machining applications where tight dimensional tolerances and consistent roundness are required. It is commonly used in fabrication shops, industrial maintenance operations, and production environments where operators need reliable ground rod stock for turning, milling, or grinding to a finished tool or mechanical component. The 36-inch length provides enough stock for multiple shorter pieces depending on the finished part requirements.

Key Features

• W-1 water hardening grade tool steel for good machinability before heat treatment and high surface hardness after quench
• Diameter of 15/64 inches (0.2340 inches decimal) for precise fit in close-tolerance applications
• 36-inch overall length provides versatile stock for cutting multiple blanks
• Tool steel construction supports use as punches, pins, shafts, and custom tooling blanks
• Lightweight at 0.44 pounds for easy handling and fixturing

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose ground tool steel rod blank suitable for toolroom fabrication and maintenance machining applications requiring W-1 water hardening grade stock at 15/64 inch diameter.

Installation Notes

Cutting, grinding, or machining of tool steel rod stock should be performed by a qualified machinist using appropriate personal protective equipment. When heat treating W-1 grade steel, follow established water quench procedures and allow the workpiece to reach the correct austenitizing temperature before quenching to avoid cracking. Secure the rod properly in a lathe chuck or vise before machining to prevent movement. Allow all machined surfaces to cool before handling after any heat treatment operation.