Value Collection 06060404 Key Stock Tool Steel 36 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 06060404 is a solid tool steel key stock bar used to secure rotating components — such as gears, pulleys, and sprockets — to shafts in mechanical drive assemblies. Measuring 3/16 inches high, 1/4 inches wide, and 36 inches long, this bar stock can be cut to length in the field to fit standard keyway slots. It is made from W-1 water hardening tool steel with a mill finish, giving it the hardness and wear resistance needed for demanding drive system applications. Machinists, millwrights, and maintenance technicians regularly stock this material for equipment repair and fabrication work.

This key stock is suited for use in industrial machinery, HVAC drive assemblies, conveyor systems, pump drives, and general power transmission equipment where keyed shaft connections are required. The 36-inch length accommodates a wide range of shaft sizes and allows multiple keys to be cut from a single piece, reducing waste on the job. It is appropriate for both light-duty and moderate-duty rotating equipment found in commercial and industrial settings.

Key Features

• W-1 water hardening tool steel construction for high surface hardness after heat treatment
• Mill finish surface ready for machining or use as-is in standard keyway applications
• 3/16 inches high by 1/4 inches wide cross-section fits common shaft keyway dimensions
• 36-inch length allows field cutting to any required key length
• Weighs 0.48 pounds — lightweight and easy to handle on the job

Compatibility

Designed as a standard key stock replacement or fabrication blank for mechanical shaft and keyway assemblies requiring a 3/16 inches by 1/4 inches cross-section profile.

Installation Notes

Key stock installation is typically performed by machinists or millwrights. De-energize and lock out all rotating equipment before servicing any shaft or drive component in accordance with applicable OSHA lockout/tagout procedures. Cut key stock to the required length using a mill, bandsaw, or angle grinder, then deburr all cut edges before fitting into the keyway. Do not force the key into an undersized slot — verify keyway dimensions match the stock cross-section before assembly.