Value Collection 40100570 A-2 Tool Steel Drill Rod 13mm

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 40100570 is an A-2 air hardening tool steel drill rod measuring 13mm (0.512 inches) in diameter and 36 inches in length. Drill rod stock in A-2 tool steel is used as raw material for fabricating punches, dies, gauges, and cutting tools that require a tough, wear-resistant core with predictable heat treat response. A-2 grades air harden during heat treatment, which minimizes distortion compared to oil or water hardening grades. Machinists, tool and die makers, and metal fabrication shops typically source this stock for in-house tool production and repair.

This drill rod is suited for machine shop and toolroom environments where precise, ground-to-tolerance stock is needed as a starting blank. Common applications include custom punch and die sets, fixture components, guide pins, and small mold components. The 36-inch length provides enough material for multiple short blanks, reducing the need for frequent reordering in active production environments. Both jobbing shops and in-house maintenance operations work with this grade and diameter for general tool steel applications.

Key Features

• A-2 air hardening tool steel composition minimizes distortion during heat treatment
• 13mm (0.512 inches) diameter ground to close tolerance for reliable fit in standard toolholders and fixtures
• 36-inch overall length provides usable blank stock for multiple tooling pieces
• Tool steel material offers good toughness and wear resistance in hardened condition
• Single-piece packaging suitable for low-volume toolroom procurement

Compatibility

Designed as general-purpose A-2 tool steel drill rod stock for use in machine shop, tool and die, and fabrication applications requiring a 13mm diameter ground round bar.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining operations on this drill rod should be performed with appropriate HSS or carbide tooling rated for tool steel stock. Heat treatment to full hardness requires controlled atmosphere or vacuum furnace equipment and should be performed by a qualified heat treat technician following A-2 grade specifications. Always wear appropriate PPE when cutting, grinding, or handling tool steel stock. Consult applicable shop safety standards before performing any hot work or heat treat operations.