Value Collection LR05.0X6 H13 Tool Steel Round Rod

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION LR05.0X6 is an H13 tool steel round rod measuring 5 inches in diameter and 6 inches in length, supplied with a DCF (Decarb Free) finish. H13 is a chromium-molybdenum hot-work tool steel known for its resistance to heat checking and thermal fatigue, making it a reliable choice for demanding tooling applications. The DCF finish means the outer surface has been processed to eliminate the decarburized layer that typically forms during mill production, delivering consistent hardness from surface to core. This rod weighs approximately 36.3 pounds. Machinists, tool and die makers, and industrial fabricators work with this stock to produce dies, punches, inserts, and tooling components.

This round rod is suited for shops and tool rooms producing hot-work tooling, die casting components, extrusion tooling, forging dies, and similar high-heat applications. The 5-inch diameter and 6-inch length make it appropriate for short-run billets and custom tool blanks that require minimal surface prep before machining. It is typically used in both job shop and production environments where H13 is specified by engineering for thermal stability and toughness at elevated temperatures.

Key Features

• H13 chromium-molybdenum hot-work tool steel for high-temperature tooling applications
• DCF (Decarb Free) finish eliminates the decarburized surface layer for consistent surface hardness
• 5 inches diameter by 6 inches length for short billet and tool blank applications
• Ready for machining without requiring additional surface material removal to reach full hardness
• Single-piece package quantity suitable for prototype and low-volume tooling jobs

Compatibility

Designed as a standard H13 hot-work tool steel round rod for use in die casting, forging, extrusion, and general hot-work tooling applications where H13 material grade is specified.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining of tool steel stock should be performed by qualified machinists using appropriate tooling rated for hardened or semi-hardened steel. Secure the workpiece properly in a lathe, mill, or saw before cutting. Follow shop safety protocols including eye protection and appropriate chip and coolant management. Post-machining heat treatment, if required, should be performed according to the engineering specification for H13 and conducted by a qualified heat treat facility.