Value Collection 303 Ss Round Rod 1.75 in Dia 1 Ft Annealed

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 0009002-MSC 64400849 is a 303 stainless steel round rod measuring 1.75 inches in diameter and 1 foot in length, supplied in an annealed condition. Annealing relieves internal stresses and improves machinability, making this rod well suited for turning, drilling, and threading operations. At 8.178 pounds, the rod offers the solid mass expected for precision machining stock. Grade 303 stainless steel is the most machinable of the austenitic stainless alloys, offering good corrosion resistance alongside excellent chip-breaking characteristics. Machinists, fabricators, and maintenance professionals in plumbing, HVAC, and industrial trades reach for 303 rod when producing fittings, shafts, fasteners, and custom components.

This round rod is appropriate for light-to-medium machining applications where corrosion resistance is required but weldability is not a primary concern. Grade 303 is commonly specified for shaft components, valve stems, threaded fasteners, bushings, and standoffs. Its free-machining sulfur addition reduces tool wear and speeds cycle times on CNC lathes and manual mills. The 1-foot length suits short-run custom part production and prototyping work in shop environments across HVAC, plumbing, and general industrial maintenance settings.

Key Features

• Grade 303 stainless steel provides free-machining performance with good corrosion resistance
• Annealed condition reduces hardness and internal stress for improved machinability
• 1.75 inch diameter suits shaft, fitting, and bushing stock applications
• 1-foot length minimizes material waste on short custom-part runs
• Solid round cross-section ready for lathe, mill, or drill press operations

Compatibility

Designed as general-purpose 303 stainless steel round bar stock for machining and fabrication applications where free-machining austenitic stainless material is specified.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining of stainless steel rod should be performed by qualified machinists or fabricators using appropriate tooling rated for stainless alloys. Eye protection, hearing protection, and proper workholding are required during all cutting operations. Deburr all cut edges before handling or installing machined components. Consult applicable trade codes and engineering specifications when using machined parts in pressure-bearing or structural assemblies.