Value Collection 505014 Solid Carbide Round 3/16 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 505014 is a solid carbide round ground rod with an overall diameter of 0.1875 inches. Ground to tight tolerances, this carbide rod blank serves as raw stock for toolmakers, machinists, and grinding shops producing custom cutting tools, punches, wear parts, and precision components. Material grade C2 carbide delivers high hardness and abrasion resistance suited to demanding machining and fabrication applications. The small diameter and precise ground finish make it well suited for producing miniature drills, end mills, or other small-diameter tooling from scratch or from bar stock.

This rod is a standard choice in tool and die shops, production grinding operations, and custom tooling departments. It is appropriate for applications requiring tight dimensional consistency in a carbide blank. The 0.1875-inch diameter fits common collet and chuck sizes used in cylindrical grinders and tool grinders. Machinists and tool grinders sourcing carbide blanks for small-diameter rotary tooling will find this a straightforward stock option.

Key Features

• 0.1875 inches overall diameter ground to precise tolerance
• C2 material grade carbide for high hardness and wear resistance
• Solid carbide construction throughout — no steel shank
• Ground surface finish supports direct use as tool blank stock
• Lightweight at approximately 0.02 pounds per piece

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose carbide round rod blank compatible with standard cylindrical grinding and tool grinding setups accepting 3/16-inch diameter stock.

Installation Notes

Carbide rod blanks are worked by qualified machinists and tool grinders using diamond grinding wheels appropriate for cemented carbide. Handle carbide stock carefully to avoid chipping from impact or improper clamping pressure. Eye protection and appropriate dust controls should be in place when grinding carbide. Do not attempt to cut or machine carbide with tooling rated only for steel or HSS.