{"product_id":"3-16-x-1-2-x-36-precision-ground-flat-stock-aisi-a-2-air-hardened-steel_57330","title":"3\/16\" X 1\/2\" X 36\" Precision Ground Flat Stock | AISI A-2 Air Hardened Steel (1 Pc)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/16 inch thick x 1\/2 inch wide x 36 inches long\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e AISI A-2 air hardened steel\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 piece\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\/Status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision ground flat stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrecision ground surfaces provide consistent flatness for reliable registration in jigs and fixtures\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAISI A-2 air hardened steel offers a balance of hardness, toughness, and edge retention suitable for tooling applications\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOne piece stock reduces the risk of misalignment in assembled tools and fixtures\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlat stock format supports milling, grinding, and forming operations without initial machining to achieve flatness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003ePhysical\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e rectangular flat stock with flat faces\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCross-section:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/16 inch thick by 1\/2 inch wide\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface characteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e precision ground faces for tight tolerances and easier secondary machining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eIndustry Used In\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Starrett","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53162078896407,"sku":"57330","price":92.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0836\/1125\/5063\/files\/A2.jpg?v=1778616259","url":"https:\/\/mutualscrew.com\/products\/3-16-x-1-2-x-36-precision-ground-flat-stock-aisi-a-2-air-hardened-steel_57330","provider":"Mutual Screw \u0026 Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}