Value Collection Stainless Steel Rectangular Rod 72in 303

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 0000003531-MSC 75275909 is a 303 stainless steel rectangular rod measuring 72 inches in overall length, 3/4 inches in width, and 1/4 inches in thickness. Weighing 3.83 pounds, this bar stock is machined from 303-grade stainless steel, a free-machining alloy well suited for components that require close-tolerance turning, milling, and drilling operations. The 303 alloy offers good corrosion resistance alongside excellent machinability, making it a standard choice for precision parts, fasteners, fittings, and custom fabricated components across industrial, mechanical, and maintenance applications.

This rectangular rod is used in shops and field fabrication environments where flat bar stock is cut, drilled, or milled to produce custom brackets, spacers, guides, keys, and structural members. At 6 feet in length, a single piece provides enough stock for multiple smaller parts. It is appropriate for light industrial, commercial, and OEM part fabrication where stainless steel corrosion resistance and consistent dimensional tolerances are required.

Key Features

• 303 stainless steel alloy — free-machining grade with good corrosion resistance
• 72-inch overall length provides 6 feet of usable flat bar stock
• 3/4 inches width with a tolerance of plus or minus 0.0040 inches
• 1/4 inches thickness with a tolerance of 0.0020 inches
• Length tolerance of 3.0000 inches accommodates standard cut-to-length variation
• 3.83 pounds per piece — consistent stock weight supports yield estimation

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose 303 stainless steel flat bar stock suitable for machining, fabrication, and repair applications across industrial and mechanical trades.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining of stainless steel bar stock should be performed by qualified machinists or fabricators using appropriate tooling rated for stainless alloys. Always wear appropriate PPE including eye protection and cut-resistant gloves when cutting or handling bar stock. Secure the workpiece firmly in a vise or fixture before machining to prevent movement and ensure dimensional accuracy. Deburr all cut edges before handling or installing finished parts.