Value Collection FR01.25X36 12L14 Steel Round Rod

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION FR01.25X36 is a 12L14 steel round rod supplied in a cold-finish, mill condition. It measures 1.25 inches in diameter and 36 inches in length, weighing 12.7 pounds. The 12L14 grade is a resulfurized and rephosphorized free-machining carbon steel, well known for its superior machinability compared to standard low-carbon grades. The cold-finish surface provides tighter dimensional tolerances and a smoother exterior than hot-rolled alternatives, making it a practical choice for precision machining operations. Machinists, tool-and-die shops, and general fabrication trades stock this material for turning, drilling, and threading applications where clean chip formation and close tolerances matter.

This round rod is suited for use in production machining environments, job shops, and maintenance repair operations where free-machining steel stock is regularly consumed. It is commonly cut to length and turned on a lathe to produce bushings, studs, shafts, couplings, and fastener blanks. The 36-inch bar length is a standard cut that fits most shop band saws and manual lathes without additional processing. Industrial maintenance technicians and metal fabricators working in light manufacturing, HVAC equipment fabrication, and plumbing fixture production all use 12L14 round stock in day-to-day operations.

Key Features

• 12L14 free-machining steel grade for fast, clean cuts and reduced tool wear
• Cold-finish condition delivers tighter dimensional tolerances than hot-rolled bar
• 1.25-inch diameter provides substantial cross-section for bushing and shaft applications
• 36-inch length fits standard shop equipment without further breakdown
• Mill heat treatment condition maintains consistent material properties throughout the bar

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose free-machining steel round rod for use in production machining, fabrication, and maintenance repair operations requiring 12L14 grade bar stock at 1.25-inch diameter.

Installation Notes

This material is cut and machined by machinists and metal fabricators using standard shop equipment including band saws, lathes, and drill presses. Always wear appropriate PPE including eye protection and cut-resistant gloves when cutting or machining steel bar stock. Secure the workpiece properly in a vise or chuck before beginning any cutting or turning operation. Follow your facility safety plan and applicable OSHA standards for metalworking operations.