Value Collection 303 Stainless Steel Rectangular Rod 12in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 0000003535-MSC 75275990 is a 303 stainless steel rectangular rod measuring 12 inches in overall length, 1-3/4 inches in width, and 1/4 inch in thickness. Weighing 1.49 pounds, this bar stock is machined from 303-grade stainless steel, which is the free-machining variant of the 300 series and is widely used when close-tolerance secondary operations such as turning, drilling, or milling are required. It is a standard raw-material form intended for fabrication, repair, and custom part manufacture by machinists, maintenance technicians, and industrial fabricators.

This rectangular rod is suited for a broad range of light industrial, commercial, and maintenance fabrication applications. The 303 alloy delivers good corrosion resistance alongside superior machinability compared to 304 or 316 grades, making it a preferred choice for precision-machined components, brackets, spacers, and structural inserts where weld-free fabrication is acceptable. The piece ships as a single bar and is sized for bench work or machine-shop use without further cutting required on length.

Key Features

• 303 stainless steel alloy grade provides free-machining characteristics for efficient turning, drilling, and milling operations
• 12-inch overall length with a length tolerance of plus or minus 1.0000 inch
• 1-3/4-inch width held to a tolerance of plus or minus 0.0060 inch
• 1/4-inch thickness held to a tolerance of 0.0020 inch
• 1.49-pound unit weight suitable for bench-scale fabrication tasks
• Single-piece packaging with a minimum order quantity of 1 for low-volume procurement

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose 303 stainless steel bar stock suitable for use in any fabrication or maintenance application requiring a free-machining stainless rectangular profile in this size range.

Installation Notes

This raw bar stock is intended for further machining, cutting, or fabrication prior to final use. Standard metalworking practices apply: secure the workpiece properly before any cutting or drilling operation, and use appropriate personal protective equipment including eye protection and cut-resistant gloves when handling freshly machined edges. Note that 303 stainless steel is not recommended for welding due to sulfur content added to improve machinability; select 304 or 316 grade where weld joints are required.