Value Collection 06010268 W-1 Tool Steel Drill Rod 0.406 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 06010268 is a W-1 water hardening tool steel drill rod designed for machining, toolmaking, and general metalworking applications. Measuring 0.406 inches (13/32 inches) in diameter and 36 inches in overall length, this rod stock serves as raw material for fabricating punches, dies, drill bits, gauges, and other precision tooling components. W-1 grade tool steel offers a good balance of hardness and toughness when water quenched, making it a dependable choice for short-run tooling and prototype work in machine shops and fabrication environments.

This drill rod is suited for use in machine shops, tool and die operations, and general metalworking facilities where W-1 water hardening steel is specified. The uniform diameter and consistent surface finish allow it to be used as-cut or machined to final dimensions before heat treatment. It is appropriate for both production and maintenance tooling applications where a hardened steel component is required at a standard stock size.

Key Features

• W-1 water hardening grade tool steel for reliable hardness after quenching
• 0.406 inch (13/32 inch) diameter for compatibility with common tooling specifications
• 36 inches overall length provides ample stock for multiple cut pieces
• Tool steel construction offers good wear resistance and machinability in the annealed state
• Consistent diameter suitable for use as drill rod, punch blank, or gauge stock

Compatibility

Designed as a standard W-1 tool steel drill rod for general toolmaking and machining applications where 0.406 inch diameter round stock is specified.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining of tool steel rod stock should be performed by qualified machinists or tool and die makers using appropriate cutting tools rated for tool steel. Wear eye protection and use coolant as appropriate when cutting or grinding. Heat treatment, including water quenching of W-1 steel, should follow established metallurgical procedures and applicable shop safety protocols. Hardened tool steel components should be handled carefully to avoid brittle fracture before tempering is complete.