Value Collection 60518 M2 Hss Drill Rod 3/8 in X 36 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 60518 is an M2 high speed steel drill rod measuring 3/8 inch in diameter and 36 inches in length. Drill rod stock is precision-ground, unhardened or pre-hardened round bar used as raw material for fabricating cutting tools, punches, reamers, and custom tooling. M2 high speed steel offers a well-balanced combination of wear resistance, toughness, and red hardness, making it a standard material choice in machine shops and tool rooms. Machinists, tool-and-die makers, and fabricators work with this stock to produce custom tooling where close-tolerance ground bar is required.

This drill rod is suited for general tool-making applications in machine shops, manufacturing facilities, and maintenance environments. It serves as raw stock for lathe turning, milling, and grinding operations where a consistent diameter and uniform material composition are critical. The 36-inch length provides sufficient bar stock for multiple tooling blanks from a single piece, reducing material waste in production workflows.

Key Features

• M2 high speed steel construction for strong wear resistance and red hardness retention
• 3/8 inch diameter precision-ground round bar stock
• 36 inch overall length suitable for multiple tooling blanks per bar
• Versatile raw stock for punches, reamers, tool blanks, and custom cutting tools
• Consistent diameter and material composition across the full length

Compatibility

Designed as general-purpose M2 high speed steel round bar stock compatible with standard lathe chucks, collets, and machine tool setups requiring 3/8 inch diameter ground rod.

Installation Notes

Machining of high speed steel drill rod should be performed by qualified machinists using appropriate cutting tools rated for HSS materials. Secure workpieces properly in chucks or collets before machining operations. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment including eye protection when cutting or grinding this material. Follow all applicable shop safety procedures and machine guarding requirements during fabrication.