Value Collection 06010607 W-1 Tool Steel Drill Rod 15/16 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 06010607 is a W-1 water hardening tool steel drill rod ground to a 15/16 inch (0.938 inch) diameter and cut to a 36 inch length. Drill rod in this grade is produced to close dimensional tolerances and a smooth surface finish, making it suitable for machining, grinding, and tool-making operations. W-1 grade steel responds well to water quenching, allowing machinists and toolmakers to achieve a hard outer case while retaining toughness at the core. At 6.99 pounds, this rod has the mass expected of a full-length, near-one-inch-diameter steel bar. It is a standard raw material stocked by machine shops, maintenance facilities, and industrial toolrooms.

W-1 water hardening drill rod at this diameter is commonly used to fabricate punches, dies, arbors, pins, and custom cutting tools. It is a go-to raw material in job shops and maintenance departments where operators need a readily machinable steel that can be hardened after final shaping. The 36 inch length provides enough stock for multiple smaller tooling blanks or a single longer workpiece depending on the application.

Key Features

• W-1 water hardening grade allows hardening via water quench after machining to final shape
• 0.938 inch (15/16 inch) diameter ground to close tolerances for consistent stock removal
• 36 inch length provides versatile raw stock for multiple tooling blanks
• Tool steel construction supports fabrication of punches, dies, pins, and arbors
• Smooth ground surface finish reduces setup time at the lathe or surface grinder

Compatibility

Designed as a standard W-1 tool steel drill rod blank suitable for general toolroom and machine shop use where water hardening grade material at 15/16 inch diameter is specified.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining of tool steel rod should be performed by qualified machinists using appropriate cutting tools and speeds for the material grade. Heat treating operations, including water quenching, should follow established metallurgical procedures and be conducted in a properly equipped shop to avoid cracking or distortion. Personal protective equipment is required when cutting, grinding, or heat treating this material. Always secure the workpiece properly in the lathe or mill before beginning any operation.