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    Machine Key Stock

    Cut this square or rectangular key stock to length to create a straight machine key. Straight keys are the most common type of key. Machine keys are often the same material as the shaft and other components with which they are used. To use a key as a sacrificial part, choose a softer key that will shear off when parts are exposed to excessive force, preventing damage to expensive equipment.
    6061 Aluminum
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Machine Key Stock. Machine Key Stock.
    6061 aluminum key stock is one-third the weight of steel key stock, but not as strong. It resists corrosion and is nonmagnetic.
    Tolerance
    Ht. × Wd.
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    12" Long
    1/8" × 1/8"Standard-0.008" to 0.008"-0.008" to 0.008"Not Rated000000000000000
    3/16" × 3/16"Standard-0.008" to 0.008"-0.008" to 0.008"Not Rated00000000000000
    1/4" × 1/4"Standard-0.008" to 0.008"-0.008" to 0.008"Not Rated0000000000000
    5/16" × 5/16"Standard-0.008" to 0.008"-0.008" to 0.008"Not Rated00000000000000
    3/8" × 3/8"Standard-0.008" to 0.008"-0.008" to 0.008"Not Rated0000000000000
    1/2" × 1/2"Standard-0.009" to 0.009"-0.009" to 0.009"Not Rated00000000000000
    5/8" × 5/8"Standard-0.009" to 0.009"-0.009" to 0.009"Not Rated00000000000000
     
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