Value Collection KP1499 Oversized Key Stock 12in Steel

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION KP1499 is an oversized key stock used to transmit torque between a shaft and a mating hub, gear, pulley, or sprocket. Machined from steel with a zinc yellow dichromate finish, this key stock measures 12 inches in length and features an 18 mm x 18 mm cross-section profile. The zinc yellow dichromate coating provides corrosion resistance and is identifiable by its characteristic yellow iridescent appearance. Machinists, millwrights, and maintenance technicians install key stock during shaft-to-component assembly in mechanical power transmission applications.

This key stock is suited for use in industrial machinery, conveyor systems, pump assemblies, and general mechanical power transmission setups where an oversized key profile is required. The 18 mm x 18 mm cross-section accommodates higher-load applications that standard smaller key stock sizes cannot handle. It is commonly cut to length on-site using a bandsaw, angle grinder, or cold saw to fit the specific keyway dimensions of the shaft and mating component.

Key Features

• Steel construction provides strength and durability under shear and compressive loads
• Zinc yellow dichromate finish adds corrosion resistance for industrial environments
• 12-inch length allows on-site cutting to fit specific keyway requirements
• Oversized 18 mm x 18 mm cross-section designed for higher-load torque transmission
• Single-piece packaging (Qty 1) for individual replacement or low-quantity jobs

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or stock key for shafts and hubs with an oversized keyway groove matching an 18 mm x 18 mm key profile in standard mechanical power transmission assemblies.

Installation Notes

Key stock installation is typically performed by machinists or millwrights following standard mechanical assembly procedures. De-energize and lock out all rotating equipment before removing or installing key stock. Key stock should be cut to the correct length and deburred before seating in the keyway to prevent stress concentration. Verify keyway dimensions on both the shaft and hub before installation to ensure proper fit and load distribution.