Value Collection 06010227 W-1 Tool Steel Drill Rod 11/32 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 06010227 is a W-1 water hardening tool steel drill rod sized at 11/32 inch (0.344 inch decimal) in diameter and 36 inches in length. Drill rod stock is precision-ground bar material used as a starting point for custom tooling, punches, pins, shafts, and machined components that require a hardened, wear-resistant finish. W-1 grade tool steel responds well to water quenching, allowing machinists and tool-and-die professionals to bring the rod to working hardness in a straightforward heat-treat process. The rod ships at a net weight of 0.96 pounds, making it easy to handle on the bench or at the lathe. It is suited for job shops, maintenance departments, and any facility doing in-house tool fabrication.

This drill rod is appropriate for both light and general-purpose tooling applications where a water-hardening grade is preferred over oil-hardening alternatives. Typical uses include fabricating drill bushings, dowel pins, small arbors, hand tools, and custom punches. The 36-inch length provides enough stock for multiple short blanks or a single longer component. It is most often processed on a lathe, surface grinder, or mill prior to hardening. Both production machine shops and single-operator tool rooms work with this type of material regularly.

Key Features

• W-1 water hardening grade tool steel for straightforward heat treatment and good surface hardness after quench
• 0.344 inch (11/32 inch) diameter — precision-ground to close tolerance for consistent stock removal and fit
• 36-inch overall length provides versatile blank stock for multiple parts from a single rod
• Tool steel construction delivers the wear resistance and machinability needed for punches, pins, and custom tooling
• Net weight of 0.96 pounds — lightweight enough for easy bench handling and workholding setups

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose drill rod blank compatible with standard lathe chucks, collets, and milling fixtures that accept 11/32 inch round bar stock.

Installation Notes

Machining and hardening of tool steel drill rod should be performed by qualified machinists or tool-and-die professionals familiar with W-1 heat treatment procedures. Secure the rod properly in the workholding device before cutting to prevent movement. Allow the rod to cool fully and inspect for straightness before final grinding operations. Always wear appropriate PPE when performing heat treatment or grinding operations on tool steel.