Value Collection 86037405 D2 Tool Steel Flat Stock

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 86037405 is a D2 tool steel flat stock bar measuring 36 inches in overall length, 4 inches in overall width, and 3/4 inch thick. D2 is a high-carbon, high-chromium cold-work tool steel known for excellent wear resistance and edge retention. This flat stock is machined to tight dimensional tolerances, making it suitable for fabricating dies, punches, blades, gauges, and other precision tooling components. At 30.72 pounds, this is a substantial piece intended for professional shop use by machinists, toolmakers, and die makers working in job shops or manufacturing environments.

This D2 flat stock is used in cold-work tooling applications where high abrasion resistance and dimensional stability are required. Typical applications include blanking and forming dies, cutting tools, shear blades, and wear plates. The tight width and thickness tolerances reduce the amount of stock removal needed during finishing operations, saving time on the milling or grinding bench. It is well suited for low- to medium-volume production tooling where toughness and wear life are priorities.

Key Features

• D2 tool steel composition provides high wear resistance and good dimensional stability through heat treatment
• 36 inches overall length with a length tolerance of plus 0.062 inches
• 4 inches width and 3/4 inch thickness held to plus 0.010 to 0.015 inches tolerance
• Square tolerance of 0.015 to 0.035 inches for consistent right-angle geometry
• Ready-to-machine flat stock format minimizes prep time for tooling fabrication

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose D2 tool steel flat stock suitable for cold-work tooling, die making, and precision machining applications where high-chromium tool steel stock is specified.

Installation Notes

D2 tool steel flat stock is worked by professional machinists and toolmakers using standard milling, grinding, and EDM equipment. When heat treating, follow established austenitizing and tempering procedures appropriate for D2 grade tool steel and consult published heat treatment data for the intended hardness range. Always use appropriate personal protective equipment when cutting, grinding, or machining tool steel. Secure the workpiece firmly before any material removal operation.