Value Collection 06061204 Key Stock W-1 Tool Steel

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 06061204 is a square key stock bar used to secure rotating components to shafts in mechanical drive assemblies. Machined from W-1 water-hardening tool steel, this key stock measures 5/16 inches high by 5/16 inches wide by 36 inches long, giving machinists and maintenance technicians a full-length bar that can be cut to the exact key length required. W-1 tool steel offers good surface hardness after heat treatment while maintaining a tough core, making it a dependable choice for general-purpose keyed connections in industrial and commercial machinery.

This key stock is suited for use in gearboxes, conveyor drives, pump assemblies, and other shaft-to-hub applications where positive torque transfer is required. It is commonly stocked by industrial maintenance shops, machine shops, and millwrights who need raw key material on hand for fabrication or repair work. The 36-inch bar length accommodates multiple cuts, reducing material waste on jobs requiring several keys of the same cross-section.

Key Features

• Square cross-section: 5/16 inches x 5/16 inches fits standard keyway slots of that dimension
• 36-inch bar length allows multiple keys to be cut from a single piece
• W-1 water-hardening tool steel can be heat treated for increased surface hardness
• Consistent dimensional tolerance supports accurate keyway fit without excessive filing
• Sold as a single bar with no minimum cut requirement

Compatibility

Designed as a raw stock replacement or fabrication material for any shaft and hub assembly requiring a 5/16-inch square key. Verify keyway dimensions against shaft and hub specifications before cutting.

Installation Notes

Key stock installation is typically performed by machinists, millwrights, or maintenance technicians. De-energize and lock out all power to the drive system before removing or installing any keyed components. Cut the bar to the required key length using a bandsaw or cold saw, then deburr all edges before fitting. Follow applicable machinery safety standards and the equipment manufacturer's assembly specifications when fitting keys and setting interference or clearance fits.