Value Collection 35574441 Tool Steel Round D-2 0.5 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 35574441 is a decarburization-free D-2 air-hardening tool steel round bar stocked in a standard 3-foot length. D-2 is a high-carbon, high-chromium cold-work tool steel known for excellent wear resistance and dimensional stability during heat treatment. The air-hardening characteristic minimizes distortion and cracking during the hardening process, making it a reliable choice for precision tooling applications. At 0.5 inches in diameter and weighing approximately 2 pounds, this bar ships as a single-piece stock length ready for machining, grinding, or further processing by machinists and tool-and-die professionals.

This round bar is suited for fabricating punches, dies, gauges, forming rolls, and wear-resistant tooling components in both job-shop and production environments. The decarb-free surface condition means the outer layer retains its full carbon content, reducing the need to remove surface material before heat treatment. It is appropriate for applications where tight dimensional tolerances and consistent metallurgy are required from the raw bar through finished tooling.

Key Features

• D-2 air-hardening tool steel grade for high wear resistance and low distortion during hardening
• Decarburization-free surface preserves full carbon content across the bar diameter
• Diameter tolerance of +0.005 to -0.015 inches for consistent fit in tooling setups
• Standard 3-foot stock length suitable for direct machining or cut-to-length operations
• Single-piece package quantity for individual project or replacement needs

Compatibility

Designed as a standard D-2 tool steel stock bar for use in general tooling, die-making, and precision machining applications requiring air-hardening cold-work steel.

Installation Notes

Cutting, grinding, and machining of tool steel should be performed by qualified machinists using appropriate cutting fluids and tooling rated for hard materials. Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment when cutting or grinding steel bar stock. Heat treatment of D-2 steel should follow established metallurgical procedures for air-hardening tool steels and be performed in a controlled atmosphere or vacuum furnace where surface integrity is critical. Consult material safety data and applicable shop safety standards before processing.