Value Collection 303 Stainless Steel Round Rod 3/4 in 1 Ft

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 0008973-MSC 64400922 is a 303 stainless steel round rod measuring 3/4 inch in diameter and 1 foot in length. Supplied in the annealed condition, this rod offers improved machinability compared to other stainless grades, making it a practical choice for general-purpose machining operations. The 303 alloy is a free-machining austenitic stainless steel that resists corrosion well while remaining easier to turn, drill, and mill than 304 or 316 grades. Machinists, fabricators, and maintenance professionals use this stock to produce shafts, pins, spacers, bushings, and custom fasteners in both shop and field settings.

This round rod is suited for light industrial and commercial fabrication where moderate corrosion resistance and excellent machinability are required. Typical applications include CNC turning operations, manual lathe work, and small-batch part production. The annealed temper reduces internal stress and improves workability for threading, cross-drilling, and secondary finishing operations. It is commonly stocked in maintenance shops, machine shops, and fabrication facilities handling food-adjacent, marine-adjacent, or chemical-adjacent environments where a free-machining stainless alloy is preferred over carbon steel.

Key Features

• 303 stainless steel alloy for superior machinability over standard 304 or 316 grades
• Annealed condition reduces internal stress and improves workability
• 3/4 inch diameter suitable for shafts, pins, spacers, and bushings
• 1-foot length minimizes waste for short-run or prototype machining
• Corrosion-resistant finish appropriate for light industrial and commercial environments

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose 303 stainless steel bar stock suitable for use in standard lathe, mill, and drill press operations where a free-machining austenitic stainless round rod is specified.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining operations should be performed by qualified machinists or fabricators using tooling rated for stainless steel stock. Wear appropriate PPE including eye protection and gloves when cutting or grinding. Secure the rod firmly in a vise or chuck before any machining operation to prevent workpiece movement. Deburr all cut edges before handling or installing finished parts.