Value Collection 303 Ss Rectangular Rod 12x1.5x0.625 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 0000003576-MSC 75284810 is a 303 stainless steel rectangular rod cut to 12 inches overall length, 1-1/2 inches overall width, and 5/8 inch thickness. Grade 303 stainless steel is the free-machining variant of the 300 series, optimized for lathe turning, milling, and drilling operations where tight dimensional tolerances are required. This bar stock weighs approximately 3.19 pounds and ships as a single piece. It is well suited for machinists, maintenance technicians, and fabricators who need a ready-to-machine rectangular blank for custom components, brackets, shafts, or hardware.

This rectangular rod is used in light industrial fabrication, machine shop environments, and MRO maintenance applications. Its corrosion resistance makes it appropriate for food processing equipment, marine hardware, and chemical handling components where standard carbon steel would be unsuitable. The pre-cut 12-inch length reduces setup time when only a short bar stock section is needed for a single-part job or prototype run.

Key Features

• Grade 303 stainless steel for excellent machinability and moderate corrosion resistance
• Pre-cut to 12 inches overall length with a length tolerance of 1.0000 inch
• Width held to plus or minus 0.0040 inches for consistent fitment in precision setups
• Thickness tolerance of 0.0020 inches supports close-tolerance machining applications
• Single-piece packaging — no minimum order beyond one unit
• Weighs 3.19 pounds — manageable for bench machining without material handling equipment

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose 303 stainless steel rectangular bar stock blank for use in machine shop, fabrication, and MRO applications requiring a 12-inch by 1-1/2-inch by 5/8-inch pre-cut section.

Installation Notes

Machining of 303 stainless steel is typically performed by qualified machinists using carbide or high-speed steel tooling. Secure workpiece firmly in a vise or fixture before any cutting, drilling, or milling operation. Use appropriate cutting fluids to extend tool life and maintain surface finish. Follow applicable shop safety standards when operating machine tools on metal stock.