Value Collection O1D76 O-1 Drill Rod 0.199in 36in Tool Steel

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION O1D#76 is an O-1 oil hardening drill rod machined from tool steel for use in toolmaking, die work, punches, and precision fixtures. Measuring 0.199 inches in diameter and 36 inches in length, this rod corresponds to a Number 8 wire gauge diameter. O-1 tool steel is known for its machinability in the annealed state and its ability to achieve a hard, wear-resistant surface after oil quench heat treatment. Machinists and toolmakers rely on this material when tight dimensional tolerances and a consistent metallurgical composition are required across the full length of the stock.

This drill rod is suited for job shops, toolrooms, and maintenance departments that fabricate custom tooling, gauges, pins, and cutting tools. Its round cross-section and ground finish make it ready for lathe or mill operations with minimal material prep. The 36-inch length provides practical stock for multiple part blanks from a single piece, reducing handling and setup time in low-volume or prototype runs.

Key Features

• O-1 oil hardening tool steel composition for predictable heat treat response
• 0.199 inches diameter matches Number 8 wire gauge sizing for standard toolroom applications
• 36 inches overall length provides versatile stock for multiple blanks
• Annealed condition allows straightforward machining before hardening
• Round ground stock maintains close diameter tolerances along full length

Compatibility

Designed as a standard O-1 oil hardening tool steel drill rod for use in general toolroom, die, and fixture fabrication applications where Number 8 wire gauge diameter stock is specified.

Installation Notes

Cutting, grinding, and heat treating tool steel rod should be performed by a qualified machinist or toolmaker familiar with O-1 steel procedures. Use appropriate personal protective equipment and follow established shop safety practices when sawing or turning this material. Heat treatment, including oil quench hardening and tempering, must be performed according to recognized metallurgical guidelines for O-1 steel and should not be attempted without proper furnace and quench equipment. Consult applicable shop safety codes and material data sheets before processing.