Value Collection 35574268 A2 Tool Steel Round 1 in X 3 Ft

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 35574268 is a decarb-free A2 air hardening tool steel round bar intended for toolmaking, die work, and precision machining applications. A2 tool steel offers a balanced combination of wear resistance and toughness, making it a reliable choice for punches, dies, gauges, and similar toolroom components. This bar ships in stock length at 1 inch diameter and 36 inches overall length, weighing approximately 9.6 pounds. The decarb-free condition means the surface layer has been processed to minimize decarburization, reducing the need for additional stock removal before heat treatment.

This round bar is suited for machine shops, tool and die operations, and maintenance departments that fabricate or replace tooling components in-house. The stock length format is ready for cut-to-length operations on a bandsaw or cold saw. A2 tool steel is commonly air hardened, which reduces distortion compared to oil or water hardening grades, making it a practical choice for close-tolerance tooling work in both job shop and production environments.

Key Features

• Decarb-free condition minimizes surface material removal prior to heat treat
• A2 air hardening grade reduces distortion during hardening compared to oil or water hardening steels
• 1 inch diameter with a tolerance of +0.005 to -0.015 inches for predictable fit in toolroom applications
• 36-inch stock length suitable for cut-to-size use on standard shop saws
• Weighs 9.6 pounds per bar for straightforward handling and logistics planning

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose A2 tool steel round bar for use in toolroom fabrication, die making, punch manufacture, and gauge construction wherever an air hardening, wear-resistant tool steel is specified.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining should be performed with appropriate tooling rated for tool steel stock. All heat treating operations, including hardening and tempering, should be carried out by a qualified heat treater following established metallurgical procedures for A2 tool steel. Secure the bar firmly in a vise or fixture before cutting to prevent movement. Allow the bar to reach a stable temperature before precision measurement if it has been stored in a cold environment.