Value Collection FR04.0X0.5 12L14 Steel Round Rod

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION FR04.0X0.5 is a 12L14 steel round rod measuring 4 inches in diameter and 0.5 inches in length, supplied with a cold finish and mill heat treatment. 12L14 is a leaded free-machining carbon steel known for its excellent machinability, making it a standard choice for turned, drilled, and threaded components. The cold finish process produces tighter dimensional tolerances and a smoother surface compared to hot-rolled stock. At 3.6 pounds, this short-cut rod section is suited for shop use where a precise, ready-to-machine blank is needed without additional sawing or facing operations.

This rod is appropriate for machine shops, maintenance facilities, and industrial fabrication environments where 12L14 free-machining steel is specified. Typical applications include lathe-turned shafts, bushings, spacers, fittings, and threaded fastener blanks. The 4-inch diameter and 0.5-inch length make it practical as a disk or slug blank for short-run machining jobs. It is handled by machinists, tool and die makers, and maintenance mechanics working on precision metal components.

Key Features

• 12L14 free-machining steel grade for superior machinability and chip breakability
• Cold finish surface for tighter dimensional tolerances and smoother stock condition
• Mill heat treatment — no additional annealing or stress-relief processing applied
• 4-inch diameter slug profile ready for lathe or mill operations without pre-cutting
• Single-piece packaging suitable for small-batch and one-off machining tasks

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose 12L14 cold-finish steel round rod blank for use in standard metal machining, fabrication, and maintenance applications requiring free-machining carbon steel stock.

Installation Notes

Secure the workpiece firmly in a lathe chuck or mill vise before machining. Use cutting tools and feeds appropriate for leaded free-machining steel to take advantage of the material grade. Wear appropriate PPE including eye protection and gloves when handling cut metal stock. Inspect the rod for any surface defects before beginning precision operations.