Value Collection 35574243 A2 Tool Steel Round 3/4 in X 3 Ft

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 35574243 is a decarburization-free A2 air-hardening tool steel round bar intended for toolmakers, die makers, and machining shops that require consistent surface integrity without the need for additional material removal after heat treatment. At 3/4 inch diameter and 3 feet in stock length, this round bar ships ready for layout, rough machining, or direct fitment into tooling applications. A2 tool steel offers a balanced combination of wear resistance and toughness, making it a widely used grade for punches, dies, gauges, and cutting tools. The decarb-free condition means the outer surface retains hardness-consistent material throughout the usable stock.

This round bar is suited for job shops, tool and die operations, and maintenance departments that fabricate or rework tooling components in-house. The 3-foot stock length is practical for single-component blanks or short-run cutting without excessive material waste. A2 grade is an air-hardening tool steel, meaning it can be hardened with less distortion than oil-hardening grades, making it appropriate for close-tolerance tooling where dimensional stability after heat treat is critical. Licensed machinists and tool and die makers are the primary installers and fabricators of this material.

Key Features

• Decarb-free surface condition preserves material integrity across the full diameter
• A2 air-hardening grade provides lower distortion during heat treatment compared to oil-hardening alternatives
• 3/4 inch diameter with a ground tolerance of +0.005 to -0.015 inch for predictable stock allowance
• 3-foot stock length minimizes offcut waste for single-piece tooling blanks
• Suitable for punches, dies, gauges, and precision cutting tool fabrication

Compatibility

Designed as a stock-length A2 tool steel round for general tooling and die-making applications where air-hardening, decarb-free material is specified.

Installation Notes

This material is worked by qualified machinists and tool and die makers using standard metal-cutting equipment. Secure the bar properly in a chuck or vise before any cutting, turning, or milling operation. Heat treatment should follow established A2 tool steel hardening and tempering procedures per the material manufacturer or applicable shop standards. Wear appropriate PPE when cutting or grinding tool steel stock.