Value Collection O1D9326 O-1 Drill Rod 9/32 in 36 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION O1D9326 is an O-1 oil hardening drill rod manufactured from tool steel. It measures 0.281 inches (9/32 inch) in diameter and 36 inches in length. O-1 tool steel is a general-purpose oil-hardening grade known for good machinability in the annealed state and the ability to achieve high hardness after heat treatment. This rod stock is used by machinists, toolmakers, and metalworking shops as raw material for fabricating punches, dies, reamers, taps, gauges, and other precision tools where hardened steel is required.

This drill rod is suited for job shop, toolroom, and production environments where precise diameter stock is needed before or after heat treating. The 36-inch length allows multiple parts to be cut from a single piece, reducing waste. The 9/32-inch diameter fits common tooling applications that call for stock close to 0.281 inches. Metalworking professionals and tool-and-die makers are the primary installers and users of this type of rod.

Key Features

• O-1 oil hardening tool steel for predictable heat treat response
• Ground to a precise 0.2810-inch diameter for tight dimensional tolerances
• 36-inch length provides sufficient stock for multiple tool blanks per piece
• Annealed condition allows machining before hardening
• General-purpose grade suitable for punches, dies, gauges, and similar tooling

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose O-1 tool steel drill rod for toolroom and machining applications requiring 9/32-inch diameter round stock.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining should be performed in the annealed state prior to heat treatment. Use appropriate personal protective equipment and cutting fluids when machining tool steel. Heat treating, including hardening and tempering, should be performed by qualified personnel following established metallurgical procedures for O-1 tool steel. Secure the rod properly in a vice or chuck to prevent movement during cutting or grinding operations.