Value Collection 06010219 Tool Steel Drill Rod 21/64 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 06010219 is a W-1 water hardening tool steel drill rod measuring 21/64 inch (0.3280 inch decimal) in diameter and 36 inches in length. Drill rod stock in W-1 grade is commonly used by machinists, toolmakers, and metalworking professionals to fabricate punches, pins, gauges, drill bushings, and other precision tooling. W-1 tool steel responds well to water quenching, allowing the user to achieve a hard outer case while retaining a relatively tough core. At approximately 1 pound, this rod is easy to handle at a bench or lathe and can be cut, turned, and ground to close tolerances before heat treatment.

This drill rod is suited for machine shop and fabrication environments where raw tool steel stock is needed to produce custom tooling or replacement components. It is a standard round bar form intended for use in general metalworking, toolmaking, die shops, and maintenance departments. The 36-inch length provides sufficient stock for multiple parts to be cut from a single piece. It is appropriate for applications where moderate alloy content and water hardening characteristics are acceptable for the finished tool design.

Key Features

• W-1 water hardening tool steel grade for heat-treatable tooling applications
• 21/64 inch (0.3280 inch) diameter for close-tolerance stock removal and grinding
• 36-inch overall length provides ample stock for multiple cuts
• Round drill rod form suitable for turning, grinding, and sawing on standard machine shop equipment
• Approximately 1 pound total weight for easy bench handling

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose raw material for toolmaking and metalworking applications requiring W-1 water hardening tool steel in a 21/64 inch round bar form.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining of tool steel rod should be performed by qualified machinists or toolmakers using appropriate cutting tools and speeds for the material grade. Eye protection and proper workholding are required when sawing, turning, or grinding. Heat treatment, including water quenching, should follow established metallurgical procedures for W-1 grade steel to achieve the desired hardness profile. Allow the workpiece to reach ambient temperature before final grinding or gauging to ensure dimensional accuracy.