Value Collection O1D15326 O-1 Drill Rod 15/32 in 36 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION O1D15326 is an O-1 oil hardening drill rod machined from tool steel and sized at 0.469 inches (15/32 inch) in diameter by 36 inches in length. O-1 tool steel is a general-purpose oil hardening grade prized for its dimensional stability during heat treatment and its ability to hold a sharp edge after hardening. This rod stock is used as raw material for making punches, dies, reamers, taps, and other shop tooling. Machinists, tool and die makers, and maintenance shops keep drill rod on hand for fabricating or repairing precision tooling components. At 1.78 pounds, a single 36-inch length is easy to handle at the bench or lathe.

This drill rod is suited for job shops, maintenance and repair operations, and production toolrooms that require consistent, ground-to-tolerance round stock for secondary machining operations. The 15/32-inch diameter is a common size for small punch and die work as well as custom shaft and pin applications. It is supplied in a single 36-inch length, making it compatible with standard lathe bed lengths and bandsaw capacities found in most machine shops.

Key Features

• O-1 oil hardening grade tool steel for predictable heat treat response and minimal distortion
• 0.469 inch (15/32 inch) diameter ground to close tolerance for consistent stock removal
• 36 inch overall length suits standard lathe and bandsaw setups
• Tool steel construction supports downstream grinding, drilling, and turning operations
• Single-piece quantity — no minimum bundle requirement

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose O-1 tool steel drill rod for use as raw stock in toolmaking, maintenance machining, and fabrication applications requiring oil hardening round bar stock.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining of tool steel drill rod should be performed by qualified machinists using appropriate cutting fluids to manage heat buildup. Secure the workpiece firmly in a chuck or vise before any cutting operation. Heat treatment, including hardening and tempering of O-1 steel, should follow established metallurgical procedures and be performed with proper safety equipment. Grinding after hardening requires adequate wheel clearance and coolant flow to prevent surface cracking.