Value Collection MR.5X36 420 Esr Stainless Steel Round Rod

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION MR.5X36 is a 420 ESR stainless steel round rod measuring 0.5 inches in diameter and 3 feet in length. ESR stands for Electro Slag Remelted, a secondary refining process that produces a cleaner, more uniform grain structure with reduced inclusions. This rod is supplied decarb free, meaning the outer surface retains its full carbon content and hardness potential without the soft skin that standard hot-rolled bar can exhibit. It is suited for machining, fabrication, and tooling applications where consistent material properties across the cross-section are required.

420 ESR stainless steel is a martensitic grade that responds well to heat treatment and offers good corrosion resistance in mild environments. This rod is commonly used by machinists and fabricators producing shafts, pins, bushings, pump components, valve parts, and tooling blanks. It is appropriate for both shop and field fabrication environments. The decarb-free condition makes it particularly well suited for applications where surface hardness after heat treatment is critical to part performance.

Key Features

• 420 ESR grade stainless steel with electro slag remelted cleanliness for uniform mechanical properties
• Decarb-free surface condition preserves full carbon content for consistent heat treat response
• 0.5 inch diameter round bar profile ready for lathe, mill, or grinder operations
• 3-foot length suitable for multiple part blanks from a single piece
• Martensitic stainless grade offers moderate corrosion resistance combined with hardenability

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose stainless steel round rod for machining, fabrication, and tooling applications requiring 420 ESR material specification.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining of stainless steel round rod should be performed by qualified machinists or metal fabricators using appropriate cutting fluids to manage heat buildup. Secure workpiece firmly in chuck or vise before any cutting operation to prevent movement. If heat treatment is to be performed after machining, follow the material manufacturer guidelines for austenitizing temperature and quench medium appropriate to 420 stainless. Wear appropriate PPE including eye protection and cut-resistant gloves when handling cut rod ends.