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Hardened Bearing-Quality 440C Stainless Steel
- Yield Strength: Not Rated
- Hardness: Rockwell C60 (Very Hard)
- Heat Treatment: Hardened
- Specifictions Met: See table
These balls are hardened for increased wear and abrasion resistance. 440C is one of the hardest types of stainless steel after heat treating. It's often used for bearings and valves. This material maintains its corrosion resistance in temperatures up to 800° F.
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| Dia. | Dia. Tolerance | Magnetic Properties | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Mirror-Like | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6mm | -0.0025mm to 0.0025mm | Magnetic | 50 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
The addition of molybdenum gives 316 stainless steel excellent corrosion resistance. Use it in a variety of marine and chemical-processing applications. It maintains its corrosion resistance up to the maximum temperature.
Balls have a reflective, mirror-like finish.
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- Yield Strength: Not Rated
- Hardness: Rockwell C25 (Hard)
- Heat Treatment: Not Rated
- Heat Treatable: No
- Specifications Met: Not Rated
| Dia. | Dia. Tolerance | Appearance | Max. Temp., °F | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
316 Stainless Steel  | ||||||
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Metric | ||||||
| 6mm | -0.013mm to 0.013mm | Mirror-Like | 1110° | 50 | 000000000 | 00000 |
Tight-Tolerance Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel
This material has tighter tolerances than standard 304 stainless steel. From cookware to chemical-processing equipment, 304 stainless steel is a good all-around choice for a wide range of applications. It maintains its corrosion resistance in temperatures up to 1500° F.
Balls have a reflective, mirror-like finish.
Steel that meets ASTM or SAE specifications complies with standards for materials.
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- Yield Strength: Not Rated
- Hardness: Rockwell C25 (Hard)
- Heat Treatable: No
| Dia. | Dia. Tolerance | Fabrication | Specifications Met | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Mirror-Like | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6mm | -0.0127mm to 0.0127mm | Cold Worked | ASTM A240, ISO 3290, SAE J405 | 50 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Hard Wear-Resistant 52100 Alloy Steel Balls
- Yield Strength: 295,000 psi
- Hardness: Rockwell C60 (Very Hard)
- Specifications Met: See table
Also known as chrome steel, 52100 is an extremely hard and wear-resistant material. These balls are often used in bearings.
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| Dia. | Dia. Tolerance | Heat Treatment | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Mirror-Like | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6mm | -0.0025mm to 0.0025mm | Hardened | 50 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Low-Carbon Steel Balls
- Yield Strength: 44,000 psi
- Hardness: Rockwell C60 (Very Hard)
Low-carbon steel balls are our easiest steel balls to machine. They are often used for parts that don’t require high strength, such as knobs. These balls can be surface hardened with heat treating for added wear resistance.
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| Dia. | Dia. Tolerance | Heat Treatment | Mechanical Finish | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Mirror-Like | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6mm | -0.13mm to 0.13mm | Case Hardened | Tumbled | 250 | 000000000 | 000000 |
Ultra-Hard C2 Tungsten Carbide Balls
- Yield Strength: Not Rated
- Hardness: Rockwell C75 (Very Hard)
- Temper Rating: Not Rated
Tungsten carbide, sometimes called carbide, is harder than Corrosion-Resistant Tungsten with excellent wear resistance. Use it to machine long-lasting tools, such as end mills and inserts.
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| Dia. | Dia. Tolerance | Mechanical Finish | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
| 6mm | -0.0025mm to 0.0025mm | Polished | 2 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Wear-Resistant Nylon Balls
- Color: Off-White
- Temperature Range: Not Rated
- Tensile Strength: 11,200-12,300 psi (Good)
- Impact Strength: 0.6-1.4 ft.-lbs./in. (Poor)
- Hardness: Rockwell R108-R121 (Hard)
- For Use Outdoors: No
Use these nylon 6/6 balls as bearings and in sealing applications. They have a slippery surface that reduces wear caused by friction.
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| Dia. | Dia. Tolerance | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Metric | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 mm | -0.001" to 0.001" | 25 | 0000000 | 000000 |
High-Strength Wear-Resistant Torlon PAI Balls
- Color: Green
- Max. Temperature: 450° F
- Tensile Strength: 15,000 psi (Excellent)
- Impact Strength: 2.7 ft.-lbs./in. (Good)
- Hardness: Rockwell M106 (Extra Hard)
- For Use Outdoors: No
- Specifications Met: UL 94 V-0
Dimensionally stable and slippery, these balls are often used in high-friction applications, such as nonlubricated rollers and ball bearings.
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| Dia. | Dia. Tolerance | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Metric | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6mm | -0.0254mm to 0.0254mm | 10 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Mirror-Finish Polishing Media for Steel, Stainless Steel, and Hard Metals
Often used as the final step after other media, this type of media is also good for use on fragile parts and won't contaminate nonferrous materials. Choose a size that’s large enough not to lodge in recesses and holes. Use with liquid compounds in tumbling and vibrating machines.
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| Dia., mm | Density, lbs./cu. ft. | Recommended Media to Parts Ratio | For Finish | Material | Pkg. | |
Ball | ||||||
| 6 | 125 | 3:1 | Mirror | Porcelain | 0000000 | 000000 |