Value Collection 06019038 Tool Steel Drill Rod Letter C

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 06019038 is a W-1 water hardening tool steel drill rod sized to Letter C diameter, measuring 0.242 inches in diameter and 36 inches in length. W-1 grade tool steel is a shallow-hardening carbon steel that responds well to water quench heat treatment, producing a hard outer case with a tougher core. Drill rods in this grade are commonly used by machinists and tool-and-die professionals to fabricate punches, reamers, drill blanks, pins, and custom tooling. The rod ships as a single piece and is ready for grinding or turning to final dimension.

This drill rod is suited for machine shop and fabrication environments where close-tolerance stock is required in a standard letter-series size. Letter C drill rod at 0.242 inches is a common starting size for tooling applications that require precise diameter control before heat treat and finish grinding. It is appropriate for both production shops and job shops working in tool steel fabrication, fixture building, and general metalworking.

Key Features

• W-1 water hardening grade provides a hard surface after quench with a relatively tough core
• Letter C designation corresponds to 0.242 inch diameter for compatibility with standard letter-series tooling charts
• 36 inch length offers ample stock for multiple parts per bar
• Tool steel construction supports use as blanks for punches, pins, reamers, and custom cutting tools
• Suitable for grinding, turning, and milling to final dimension prior to heat treatment

Compatibility

Designed as a standard letter-series W-1 tool steel drill rod suitable for general machine shop tooling and fabrication applications requiring 0.242 inch diameter stock.

Installation Notes

This drill rod is raw stock material handled and machined by qualified machinists or tool makers. Secure the rod properly in a lathe or mill with appropriate workholding before cutting. Heat treatment of W-1 steel should follow established quench and temper procedures using water as the hardening medium. Use personal protective equipment when cutting, grinding, or heat treating tool steel.