Value Collection O1D126 O-1 Tool Steel Drill Rod 0.5x36 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION O1D126 is an O-1 oil hardening tool steel drill rod measuring 0.5 inches in diameter and 36 inches in length. O-1 tool steel is a general-purpose oil hardening grade widely used in toolmaking, machining, and fabrication shops. This rod stock serves as raw material for custom tooling, punches, gauges, dowel pins, and other precision components that require a machinable steel capable of achieving high surface hardness after heat treatment. Machinists and tool-and-die professionals are the primary users. At 2.02 pounds, it is sized for bench or machine shop handling without special rigging.

This drill rod is suited for job shop, maintenance, and production environments where O-1 grade stock is specified. O-1 is a traditional oil-quench steel that machines well in the annealed state and responds predictably to oil hardening heat treatment. It is commonly used in applications requiring moderate toughness and good wear resistance, such as hand tools, jigs, fixtures, and short-run tooling components. This rod is sold individually and does not require a minimum order beyond a single piece.

Key Features

• O-1 oil hardening grade tool steel for predictable heat treatment response
• 0.5 inch diameter held to drill rod tolerance for close-fit applications
• 36 inch length provides stock for multiple parts from a single piece
• Annealed condition allows machining prior to hardening
• Suitable for punches, pins, gauges, and custom tooling blanks

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose O-1 oil hardening tool steel drill rod for use in any machining, tool-and-die, or fabrication application requiring 0.5 inch round bar stock in this grade.

Installation Notes

This is raw material stock intended for machining and fabrication by qualified machinists or tool-and-die technicians. Handle rod stock with care to avoid bending or surface damage that could affect dimensional accuracy. When performing heat treatment, follow established O-1 hardening and tempering procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment. Cutting to length should be performed with appropriate metalworking saws or abrasive cutoff equipment.