Value Collection NS04546024 D2 Tool Steel Flat Stock

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION NS04546024 is a D2 tool steel flat stock bar used in toolmaking, die work, and precision machining applications. Measuring 36 inches in overall length, 1 inch in overall width, and 0.5 inch in thickness, this bar stock provides a solid foundation for cutting tools, punches, dies, and wear components. D2 is a high-carbon, high-chromium cold-work tool steel known for excellent wear resistance and dimensional stability after heat treatment. This flat stock is sourced and handled by machinists, toolmakers, and die shop professionals working in metal fabrication environments.

This flat stock is suited for job shops and in-house toolrooms fabricating precision dies, punches, gauges, and similar wear-resistant components. The 36-inch length allows multiple parts to be cut from a single bar, reducing material waste. Width and thickness tolerances are held tightly, making this bar ready for grinding or direct use in close-tolerance tooling applications. It is appropriate for both prototype and production tooling work.

Key Features

• D2 tool steel material for superior wear resistance and hardening response
• 36 inches overall length with a length tolerance of plus 0.250 to 0.500 inches
• 1 inch overall width with a width tolerance of plus 0.000 to 0.005 inches
• 0.5 inch thickness with a thickness tolerance of 0.001 inches
• Square tolerance held to 0.001 inches for consistent cross-section geometry
• Single-piece packaging suitable for low-quantity toolroom orders

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose D2 tool steel flat stock bar suitable for cold-work tooling, die making, and precision machining applications requiring high wear resistance.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining D2 tool steel requires appropriate carbide or high-speed tooling rated for hard alloy steels. Heat treatment should be performed by a qualified heat treater following established procedures for D2 steel to achieve target hardness. Always use proper personal protective equipment when cutting, grinding, or handling bar stock. Secure the workpiece firmly before any machining operation.