Description
Specs
- Dimensions: 3/16 inch thick x 1/2 inch wide x 36 inches long
- Material: AISI A-2 air hardened steel
- Quantity: 1 piece
- Finish/Status: Precision ground flat stock
Features
- Precision ground surfaces provide consistent flatness for reliable registration in jigs and fixtures
- AISI A-2 air hardened steel offers a balance of hardness, toughness, and edge retention suitable for tooling applications
- One piece stock reduces the risk of misalignment in assembled tools and fixtures
- Flat stock format supports milling, grinding, and forming operations without initial machining to achieve flatness
Physical
- Format: rectangular flat stock with flat faces
- Cross-section: 3/16 inch thick by 1/2 inch wide
- Length: 36 inches
- Surface characteristics: precision ground faces for tight tolerances and easier secondary machining
Industry Used In
Ideal for professional toolmakers, machinists, and metal fabricators who need reliable starting stock for custom tools, fixtures, dies, and shims. Common use cases include building or repairing punches and forming tools, fixture components, or precision templates. Compared to rougher bars, this stock minimizes initial finishing work and supports accurate setups for milling, grinding, and broaching operations. Notable in shops performing low to moderate volume tooling and prototyping where consistent flatness and dimensional stability are critical.
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