{"product_id":"value-collection-ns06324156-a2-tool-steel-flat-stock","title":"Value Collection NS06324156 A2 Tool Steel Flat Stock","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe VALUE COLLECTION NS06324156 is an A2 air-hardening tool steel flat stock bar used in toolmaking, die making, and precision machining applications. This bar measures 3\/8 inch thick, 1-1\/2 inches wide, and 18 inches long, with a shipping weight of approximately 2.87 pounds. A2 tool steel offers a balanced combination of wear resistance, toughness, and dimensional stability during heat treatment, making it a reliable choice for punches, dies, and cutting tools. The tight dimensional tolerances held on this bar support close-tolerance work with minimal stock removal before final grinding or machining.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis flat stock is suited for tool and die shops, mold makers, and maintenance machinists working in industrial and manufacturing environments. It is commonly used to fabricate blanking dies, form tooling, gauges, and fixture components. The air-hardening characteristic of A2 reduces distortion during the hardening cycle compared to oil-hardening grades, making it a practical choice where dimensional control after heat treat is critical. Stock arrives in the annealed condition, ready for machining prior to heat treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA2 air-hardening tool steel per AISI specification — reduced distortion during heat treat compared to oil-hardening grades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 3\/8 inch thick x 1-1\/2 inches wide x 18 inches long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness tolerance: +0.010 to 0.015 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth tolerance: +0.010 to 0.015 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength tolerance: +0.062 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquare tolerance: +0.010 to 0.015 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied in annealed condition for ease of machining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a standard A2 tool steel flat stock bar suitable for general toolmaking, die making, and precision machining applications requiring AISI A2 air-hardening material.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMachining and heat treatment of tool steel should be performed by qualified machinists or toolmakers familiar with AISI A2 processing requirements. Always follow appropriate shop safety practices when cutting, grinding, or heat treating tool steel. Heat treatment, including hardening and tempering cycles, should follow the material manufacturer recommendations for A2 grade to achieve target hardness and minimize distortion. Secure the workpiece properly during all machining operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tool Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Specification\u003c\/strong\u003e: AISI A2 Air Hardening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness\u003c\/strong\u003e: 0.375 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: +0.010 to 0.015 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: +0.010 to 0.015 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: +0.062 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSquare Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: +0.010 to 0.015 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2.87 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUNSPSC Code\u003c\/strong\u003e: 31231200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: VALUE COLLECTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: NS06324156\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"VALUE COLLECTION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51722758390066,"sku":"NS06324156","price":152.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/0bd010a1cae711f9686084786dbdb869_81ebd1a3-f9da-4e0b-a3b0-9858caf76b03.jpg?v=1788595475","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/value-collection-ns06324156-a2-tool-steel-flat-stock","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}