Value Collection 06019186 W-1 Tool Steel Drill Rod Letter R

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 06019186 is a Letter R diameter W-1 water hardening tool steel drill rod, measuring 0.339 inches in diameter and 36 inches in length. W-1 grade tool steel is a water-quenched material known for its hardness and wear resistance after heat treatment, making it a practical choice for machining applications where consistent diameter tolerances are required. This rod stock is used by machinists and tool-and-die professionals to fabricate drill bits, punches, dowel pins, shafts, and other precision tooling components. Its uniform cross-section and tight diameter tolerance support reliable stock removal and finishing operations.

This drill rod is suited for job shop, maintenance, and production machining environments where ground round stock is needed at a standard letter-series diameter. Letter R corresponds to 0.339 inches, which falls within the letter drill size series commonly used when a specific bore size is required that falls between fractional or number drill increments. Typical applications include making custom drill bits, die components, and fixture pins. It is appropriate for light to medium fabrication work in both manual and CNC machine shop settings.

Key Features

• W-1 water hardening tool steel for post-heat-treatment hardness and wear resistance
• Letter R diameter at 0.339 inches for precise sizing within the letter drill series
• 36 inch length provides ample stock for multiple tooling blanks per rod
• Ground round stock with consistent diameter tolerance along full length
• Single-piece quantity suitable for small-run and prototyping work

Compatibility

Designed as a standard letter-series drill rod blank for use in general machining, tool-and-die, and fabrication applications requiring W-1 water hardening tool steel round stock at Letter R diameter.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining of tool steel drill rod should be performed with appropriate metalworking equipment by qualified machinists. Eye protection and proper workholding are required when cutting or grinding rod stock. Heat treatment of W-1 steel requires water quenching and should be performed in accordance with established metallurgical procedures. Deburr all cut ends before handling or use in tooling assemblies.