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Alloy Steel

Multipurpose 4140 Alloy Steel Rods and Discs

Also known as chrome-moly steel, this versatile 4140 alloy steel is used for a wide range of parts, such as gears, axles, shafts, collets, and die holders. It resists fracturing from repeated stress.

Hardened Multipurpose 4140 Alloy Steel Rods

These rods are hardened for increased abrasion and impact resistance. Also known as chrome-moly steel, 4140 alloy steel resists fracturing from repeated stress.

Chrome-Plated Hardened
Multipurpose 4140 Alloy Steel Rods

The chrome plating on these rods increases corrosion resistance.

Tight-Tolerance Multipurpose 4140 Alloy Steel Rods

Ready for turning in your lathe, these rods are precision ground and held to a strict straightness tolerance.

High-Strength Multipurpose 4140 Alloy Steel Rods

Often called ETD-150, these rods are made from a modified version of 4140 alloy steel and have been drawn at high temperatures for excellent strength.

Multipurpose 4140 Alloy Steel Tubes

Also known as chrome-moly steel, this versatile 4140 alloy steel is used for a wide range of parts, such as axles, shafts, collets, and die holders. It resists fracturing from repeated stress.

Easy-to-Weld 4130 Alloy Steel Round Tubes

4130 alloy steel has a low carbon content that provides good weldability. It's often used for gears, fasteners, and structural applications.

Easy-to-Weld 4130 Alloy Steel Rods

4130 alloy steel has a low carbon content that provides good weldability. It's often used for gears, fasteners, and structural applications.

Hard Wear-Resistant 52100 Alloy Steel Rods

Also known as chrome steel, 52100 is an extremely hard and wear-resistant material. It’s used for parts such as bearings, bushings, and punches.

Hard Wear-Resistant 52100 Alloy Steel Balls

Also known as chrome steel, 52100 is an extremely hard and wear-resistant material. These balls are often used in bearings.

Tight-Tolerance Hard Wear-Resistant
52100 Alloy Steel Balls

The diameter on these balls is held to a precise tolerance.

Hard Wear-Resistant 52100 Alloy Steel Tubes

Easier to machine than 52100 alloy steel rods, these extremely hard and wear-resistant tubes are often used to create bearings, bushings, and other cylindrical parts that are under constant stress. They’re also known as chrome steel.

High-Strength 4340 Alloy Steel Rods

Use for power transmission and structural applications that involve extreme impact, heat, and wear.

Fatigue-Resistant High-Strength 300M Alloy Steel Rods

A modified version of 4340 alloy steel, 300M is used in applications that require high yield strength, such as torsion bars and drive shafts.

Easy-to-Machine 41L40 Alloy Steel

The addition of lead gives 41L40 the best machinability of all the alloy steel we offer.

Easy-to-Weld Wear-Resistant 8620 Alloy Steel

While the low carbon content makes 8620 alloy steel easy-to-weld, it's the nickel, chromium, and molybdenum content that provides wear resistance.

Wear-Resistant 4150 Alloy Steel

Often used for gears, shafts, and ball screws, 4150 alloy steel resists wear from friction and abrasion.

High-Strength C300 Alloy Steel

Offering excellent resistance to cracking from impact and compression, C300 alloy steel is often used for dies and tooling. It is also known as maraging steel and VascoMax.

Fatigue-Resistant 9310 Alloy Steel

A vacuum arc remelting (VAR) casting process gives 9310 superior strength, hardness, and fatigue resistance over other types of alloy steel. It's often machined into heavy duty gears, clutch parts, and ratchets.

Carbon Steel

Low-Carbon Steel Rods and Discs

Also known as mild steel, low-carbon steel is easy to machine, form, and weld. It's widely fabricated into parts that don’t require high strength.

Tight-Tolerance Low-Carbon Steel Rods

These rods are precision ground and held to a strict straightness tolerance, so they're ready for turning in a lathe.

Zinc-Galvanized Low-Carbon Steel Rods

These rods are zinc galvanized for good corrosion resistance.

Chrome-Plated Low-Carbon Steel Rods

The matte plating on these rods increases corrosion resistance and wear resistance.

Low-Carbon Steel Round Tubes

Also known as mild steel, low-carbon steel is easy to machine, form, and weld. It's widely fabricated into parts that don’t require high strength.

Low-Carbon Steel Balls

Also known as mild steel, use these low-carbon steel balls in parts that don't require high strength.

Tight-Tolerance Ultra-Machinable
12L14 Carbon Steel Rods

Ready for turning in a lathe, these rods are precision ground and held to a strict straightness tolerance.

Ultra-Machinable 12L14 Carbon Steel Rods

The lead additive acts as a lubricant, which allows 12L14 carbon steel to withstand very fast machining. It's used to fabricate a wide variety of machine parts.

High-Strength Easy-to-Machine
1144 Carbon Steel Rods

Often called Stressproof, these rods are stress-relieved to minimize warping during machining.

Tight-Tolerance High-Strength
Easy-to-Machine 1144 Carbon Steel Rods

These rods are precision ground and held to a strict straightness tolerance, so they're all set for turning applications in your lathe.

Ultra-Strength Easy-to-Machine
1144 Carbon Steel Rods

Also known as Fatigueproof, these rods have enhanced strength and resistance to breaking from repeated impact compared to High-Strength Easy-to-Machine 1144 Carbon Steel Rods.

Easy-to-Machine 1215 Carbon Steel Rods

A lead-free alternative to 12L14, 1215 carbon steel contains the same amount of sulfur and phosphorus for excellent machinability. It is often used for shaft couplings, studs, and pins.

Tight-Tolerance Easy-to-Machine
1215 Carbon Steel Rods

Precision ground and held to a strict tightness tolerance, these rods are ready for turning in a lathe.

Easy-to-Machine 1117 Carbon Steel

1117 carbon steel responds to surface-hardening heat treatment better than other easy-to-machine carbon steels. Use it to fabricate shaft couplings, studs, pins, and universal joints.

High-Strength 1045 Carbon Steel Rods and Discs

Stronger than low-carbon steel with equally good machinability, 1045 carbon steel is widely used for bolts, studs, and shafts.

Ultra-Strength Carbon Steel (AHSS) Round Tubes

The same steel used in automobile bodies, this AHSS (advanced high-strength steel) allows you to fabricate high-strength parts using thinner material than you could with other types of steel. It is formable, weldable, and more economical than alloy steel.

Cast Iron

Oversized Easy-to-Machine
Gray Cast Iron Rods and Discs

An oversized diameter allows for finishing to your exact requirements.

Oversized Tight-Tolerance
Easy-to-Machine Gray Cast Iron Rods

Precision ground to a tight diameter tolerance, these rods are ready for turning in your lathe.

Easy-to-Machine Gray Cast Iron Tubes

Gray cast iron machines faster with less wear on cutting tools than most types of steel. It's often fabricated into gears, pulleys, rollers, and bushings.

Impact-Resistant Ductile Cast Iron Rods and Discs

Ductile cast iron is strong, resilient, and able to handle repeated stress without breaking.

Easy-to-Machine Impact-Resistant
Ductile Cast Iron Rods

With a high amount of ferrite, these cast iron rods are easier to machine without cracking than other impact-resistant ductile cast iron rods. Use them to create bushings, gears, pulleys, and pistons.

Multipurpose Aluminum

Multipurpose 6061 Aluminum Rods and Discs

The most widely used aluminum, 6061 is fabricated into everything from pipe fittings and containers to automotive and aerospace parts. It is strong and corrosion resistant, plus it's easy to machine and weld.

Tight-Tolerance Multipurpose
6061 Aluminum Rods and Discs

These rods and discs are precision ground to offer tighter tolerances than standard 6061 rods and discs.

Polished Multipurpose 6061 Aluminum Rods

Choose between rods that are polished to a brushed finish or a mirror-like finish.

Anodized Multipurpose 6061 Aluminum Rods

An anodized coating forms a bond with the aluminum surface to improve wear and corrosion resistance.

Chrome-Plated Multipurpose 6061 Aluminum Rods

The matte plating on these rods, sometimes called industrial chrome and hard chrome, creates a slippery surface that minimizes galling and prevents parts from seizing.

Multipurpose 6061 Aluminum Round Tubes

Polished Multipurpose 6061 Aluminum Round Tubes

Polished on the outside to a #8 reflective, mirror-like finish, these tubes have no visible grain lines.

Anodized Multipurpose 6061 Aluminum Round Tubes

An anodized coating forms a bond to the inside, outside, and ends of these tubes to improve wear and corrosion resistance.

Architectural 6063 Aluminum Round Tubes

More corrosion resistant and easier to form than multipurpose 6061 aluminum, 6063 is primarily used for exterior railings, decorative trim, and door frames.

Anodized Architectural 6063 Aluminum Round Tubes

The outside of these tubes is anodized to improve wear and corrosion resistance.

Architectural 6063 Aluminum Rods

More corrosion resistant and easier to form than multipurpose 6061 aluminum, 6063 is primarily used for exterior railings, decorative trim, and door frames.

High-Strength 6013 Aluminum Rods

As the strongest multipurpose aluminum we offer, 6013 aluminum has the same good corrosion resistance, weldability, and machinability as 6061 with increased strength. 6013 is often fabricated into high-stress machine parts.

Easy-to-Machine 6020 Aluminum

Frequently used to make valve bodies, pistons, and hydraulic parts, 6020 aluminum is easier to machine and more corrosion resistant than 6061, but it is not as weldable.

High-Strength Aluminum

High-Strength 7075 Aluminum Rods and Discs

Originally developed for aircraft frames, uses for 7075 aluminum now include keys, gears, and other high-stress parts. It is often used as a replacement for 2024 aluminum because it’s stronger and provides similar performance in all other aspects.

Tight-Tolerance High-Strength 7075 Aluminum Rods

Ready for turning in a lathe, these rods are precision ground and held to a strict straightness tolerance.

High-Strength 2024 Aluminum Tubes

While 2024 aluminum was initially designed for structural components in aircraft, it's now widely used when a high strength-to-weight ratio is needed, such as for gears, shafts, and fasteners. It offers similar performance to 7075 aluminum, but it’s not as strong.

High-Strength 2024 Aluminum Rods and Discs

Tight-Tolerance High-Strength 2024 Aluminum Rods

These rods are precision ground and held to a strict straightness tolerance, so they’re ready for turning in a lathe.

Easy-to-Machine 2011 Aluminum Rods

2011 has the best machinability of all the aluminum alloys. It is the most selected aluminum for screws, tube fittings, hose parts, and other items that require extensive machining.

Tight-Tolerance Easy-to-Machine 2011 Aluminum Rods

Precision ground and held to a strict straightness tolerance, these rods are ready for turning in a lathe.

2017 Aluminum

Widely used as bearings and in valves, 2017 aluminum is a durable, lightweight material.

Easy-to-Machine MIC6 Cast Aluminum Discs

MIC6 is cast from a high-strength 7000-series aluminum, then stress relieved to maintain dimensional stability during high-speed machining.

Corrosion-Resistant Aluminum

Corrosion-Resistant 3000 Series
Aluminum Sheets and Bars

3000 series aluminum stands up to outdoor use, as well as exposure to chemicals. It offers a good combination of strength, formability, and weldability. It's often used for storage tanks, heat exchangers, garage doors, and general sheet metal work.

Corrosion-Resistant 3003 Aluminum Tubes

3003 aluminum stands up to outdoor use, as well as exposure to chemicals. It offers a good combination of strength, formability, and weldability. It's often used for storage tanks, heat exchangers, and general sheet metal work.

Telescoping Corrosion-Resistant 3003 Aluminum Tubes

These tubes are sized so that each tube fits into the next larger size.

Hollow Corrosion-Resistant 3003 Aluminum Balls

Hollow construction reduces weight and allows these balls to float.

Easy-to-Form Marine-Grade 5086 Aluminum Tubes

5086 aluminum is used on ships, oil rigs, tanks, and pressure vessels because of its excellent saltwater resistance and formability.

Easy-to-Weld 5052 Aluminum Tubes

Known for being one of the easiest types of aluminum to weld, 5052 is also recognized for its ability to resist salt water. It's widely used for the bodies of boats, buses, trucks, and trailers, as well as for chemical drums.

Multipurpose Stainless Steel

Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel

From cookware to chemical-processing equipment, 304 stainless steel is a good all-around choice for a wide range of applications.

Easy-to-Machine Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel

When compared to standard 304 stainless steel, this material can be machined faster with less wear on cutting tools. It's also called Prodec and Project 70+.

Tight-Tolerance Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel

This material has tighter tolerances than standard 304 stainless steel.

Polished Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel

Polished to either a brushed or mirror-like finish, this material is often used to fabricate decorative enclosures and industrial workstations.

Spring-Back Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel Wire

This wire bounces back after bending. It’s often used to construct springs and wire rope.

Textured Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel

The textured surface hides fingerprints and dents. This material is widely used in decorative applications, such as partitions and handrails.

Easy-to-Machine 303 Stainless Steel

Widely used for fabricating fittings and fasteners, 303 stainless steel machines quickly without sticking to cutting tools.

Tight-Tolerance Easy-to-Machine 303 Stainless Steel

This material has tighter tolerances than standard 303 stainless steel.

Shaft-Quality Nitronic 60 Stainless Steel

Offering outstanding resistance to surface wear and corrosion, Nitronic 60 stainless steel is often used for shafts, fasteners, and valves.

Highly Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel

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.

Tight-Tolerance Corrosion-Resistant
316 Stainless Steel

This material is precision ground to offer tighter tolerances than standard 316 stainless steel.

Easy-to-Machine Corrosion-Resistant
316 Stainless Steel

This material machines faster with less wear on cutting tools than standard 316 stainless steel. It's also called Prodec and Project 70+.

Passivated Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel

These rods have been passivated for enhanced corrosion resistance.

Stress-Corrosion-Resistant 2205 Stainless Steel

2205 stainless steel resists cracking even when faced with a combination of tensile stress, corrosive chemicals, and heat. Also known as duplex stainless steel, it has twice the strength of 316 stainless steel. Use it for high-pressure applications in caustic environments.

Marine-Grade Nitronic 50 Stainless Steel

Stronger and more corrosion resistant than 316 stainless steel, Nitronic 50 is especially well-suited for use as shafts and fixtures in marine environments.

Ultra-Corrosion-Resistant Alloy 20 Stainless Steel

A high nickel content allows Alloy 20 stainless steel to stand up to harsh chemicals in caustic environments. It's also known as Carpenter 20.

High-Strength Stainless Steel

Tight-Tolerance High-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel

Each piece is precision ground to offer tighter tolerances than standard 17-4 PH stainless steel.

High-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel

With a higher chromium content than 15-5 PH stainless steel, this high-strength 17-4 PH offers better corrosion resistance. It is also known as 630 stainless steel.

Hardened Tight-Tolerance
High-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel

Hardened for improved strength and wear resistance, these rods are precision ground to a strict diameter tolerance. Use them for turning applications in your lathe.

Hardened High-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel

This material is hardened for improved strength and wear resistance.

Easy-to-Machine High-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel

Also known as Project 70+, this material machines faster with less wear on cutting tools than standard 17-4 PH stainless steel.

Tough 15-5 PH Stainless Steel

Offering outstanding strength, 15-5 PH stainless steel is often used for gears and shafts.

Easy-to-Harden 13-8 PH Stainless Steel

13-8 PH stainless steel can be hardened at lower temperatures than other heat-treatable types of stainless steel. It is widely used for fittings, pins, and lock washers.

Durable A286 Stainless Steel

Widely used to fabricate fasteners and engine components, A286 will maintain its strength as temperatures rise.

Wear-Resistant Stainless Steel

Tight-Tolerance Hardened 440C Stainless Steel

With a diameter that’s held to a close tolerance, this material is hardened for increased wear and abrasion resistance.

Tight-Tolerance Bearing-Quality 440C Stainless Steel

Ready for turning in your lathe, these rods are precision ground to a tight tolerance.

Bearing-Quality 440C Stainless Steel

One of the hardest types of stainless steel after heat treating, 440C offers excellent wear and abrasion resistance. It's often used for bearings, valves, and knife blades.

Hardened Bearing-Quality 440C Stainless Steel

These balls are hardened for increased wear and abrasion resistance.

Easy-to-Machine 416 Stainless Steel

One of the most machinable types of stainless steel available, 416 contains sulfur for fast machining without clogging cutting tools. It's used for gears, screws, and shafts.

Hardened Tight-Tolerance
Easy-to-Machine 416 Stainless Steel

Hardened for superior wear resistance, these rods are precision ground to a tight diameter tolerance so they’re ready for turning in a lathe.

Tight-Tolerance Easy-to-Machine 416 Stainless Steel

Precision ground to a tight diameter tolerance, these rods are all set for turning applications in a lathe.

Wear-Resistant 410 Stainless Steel

Often used for fasteners and valves, 410 stainless steel withstands wear caused by abrasion.

Very-Wear-Resistant 420 Stainless Steel

Suitable for making molds, 420 stainless steel is a hard, wear-resistant material that can be finely polished to a very smooth surface.

Impact-Resistant 440A Stainless Steel

440A stainless steel resists damage from impact and abrasion. It's often used for cutlery and valve components.

High-Temperature Stainless Steel

High-Temperature 309/310 Stainless Steel

309/310 stainless steel has high levels of chromium and nickel to provide good corrosion resistance at elevated temperatures. It's often used in heat exchangers and furnaces.

Weldable 321 Stainless Steel

The titanium content of 321 stainless steel preserves corrosion resistance around weld points.

Ultra-High-Temperature 330 Stainless Steel

Able to withstand temperatures up to 2100° F, 330 stainless steel is widely used as components for industrial furnaces, gas turbines, and boilers. It resists cracking when exposed to heating and cooling cycles.

Brass

Ultra-Machinable 360 Brass Rods and Discs

With the highest lead content of all the brass alloys, 360 offers the best machinability. Often called free-machining and free-cutting brass, it stands up to high-speed drilling, milling, and tapping operations with minimal wear on your tools. It’s commonly used for gears, pinions, and lock components.

Tight-Tolerance Ultra-Machinable 360 Brass Rods

The diameter of these rods is held to a ±0.0002" tolerance.

Ultra-Formable 260 Brass Rods

The most formable brass we offer, 260 offers better weldability than 300 series brass but it’s not as machinable. Sometimes called cartridge brass, it's commonly used for ammunition casings, radiator components, and decorative door hardware.

Ultra-Formable 260 Brass Round Tubes

260 Brass Balls

Easy-to-Machine Architectural 385 Brass Rods

Often called architectural bronze, 385 brass is easy to machine and has excellent formability when heated. It is typically used for handrails, ornamental trim, and hardware, such as hinges and lock bodies.

Formable Easy-to-Machine 353 Brass Rods

353 brass is more formable than 385 brass while maintaining good machinability. Commonly called engraver’s brass, it’s well suited for fabrication processes such as knurling and threading. Use it to make nuts, gears, drawer pulls, and hinges.

Marine-Grade 485 Brass

Also known as high-leaded naval brass, 485 brass contains lead for good machinability. It is commonly used for marine hardware, valve stems, and screw machine products.

Weldable Marine-Grade 464 Brass Rods

A lead-free alternative to 485 brass, 464 brass offers good weldability, strength, and wear resistance. It’s widely used for marine hardware, pump and propeller shafts, and rivets.

High-Strength 330 Brass

Offering the highest yield strength of all our brass, 330 has a low lead content for a good balance of machinability and formability. It's used for fire station poles, pump cylinder lines, and plumbing accessories.

Bearing Bronze

932 Bearing Bronze Tubes

Offering excellent antifriction qualities, 932 bronze also offers good strength and wear resistance. It's also known as SAE 660 and is often used for bearings, bushings, and thrust washers.

Oversized 932 Bearing Bronze Rods

Diameter is oversized to allow for finishing.

Tight-Tolerance 932 Bearing Bronze Rods

These rods are precision ground for a tight diameter tolerance of ±0.0005".

Oil-Filled 841 Bearing Bronze Rods

Powdered bronze is pressed and then impregnated with SAE 30 oil to make this material self-lubricating.

Oil-Filled 841 Bearing Bronze Tubes

Powdered bronze is pressed and then impregnated with SAE 30 oil to make this material self-lubricating.

High-Temperature Graphite-Filled
841 Bearing Bronze Rods

An excellent alternative to oil-filled bronze, graphite-filled bronze provides dry lubrication in temperatures as high as 700° F.

High-Temperature Graphite-Filled
841 Bearing Bronze Tubes

An excellent alternative to oil-filled bronze, graphite-filled bronze provides dry lubrication in temperatures as high as 700° F.

Weldable 954 Bearing Bronze Rods

954 bronze contains a minimum of 10% aluminum for strength and weldability. It is also known as aluminum bronze. It's widely used for bearings, bushings, valve bodies, and worm gears.

Weldable 954 Bearing Bronze Tubes

954 bronze contains a minimum of 10% aluminum for strength and weldability. It is also known as aluminum bronze. It's widely used for bearings, bushings, valve bodies, and worm gears. The strength of this material increases with heat treating.

Easy-to-Machine 936 Bearing Bronze Rods

An easier-to-machine alternative to 932 bronze, 936 also has better corrosion resistance. It's also called modified SAE 64.

Easy-to-Machine 936 Bearing Bronze Tubes

An easier-to-machine alternative to 932 bronze, 936 also has better corrosion resistance. It's also called modified SAE 64.

High-Strength Formable 544 Bearing Bronze

Known for its ability to resist stress cracking and fatigue, 544 bronze also offers good formability and excellent machinability. It's commonly called phosphor bronze.

High-Strength 863 Bearing Bronze Tubes

Frequently called manganese brass, 863 bronze can handle heavy loads and high speeds when properly lubricated.

High-Strength 863 Bearing Bronze Rods

Frequently called manganese brass, 863 bronze can handle heavy loads and high speeds when properly lubricated.

Ultra-Wear-Resistant AMPCO® 18 Bearing Bronze

AMPCO® 18 is a premium aluminum-bronze alloy that combines strength with superior wear resistance.

Bronze

Ultra-Strength Easy-to-Form 510 Bronze Rods

Because 510 bronze is very strong and formable, it is the best choice for applications involving repetitive motion, such as springs and bellows.

Easy-to-Machine High-Strength 642 Bronze

A low-lead alternative to 316 bronze, 642 bronze is just as machinable with higher strength. It is also called aluminum-silicon-bronze.

High-Strength Machinable 955 Bronze

For a good combination of strength, machinability, and weldability, choose 955 bronze.

Easy-to-Machine 316 Bronze

Also known as leaded commercial bronze, 316 contains lead for good machinability.

High-Strength 630 Bronze

The addition of nickel gives 630 bronze high strength. It is also called aluminum-nickel-bronze.

Easy-to-Weld 655 Bronze

Commonly called silicon-bronze, 655 bronze contains more silicon than other bronze alloys, making it suitable for all types of welding.

Copper

Multipurpose 110 Copper Rods and Discs

Offering high electrical conductivity and formability, 110 copper is 99.9% pure. Also known as ETP copper, it's often used in electrical applications, such as for bus bars and wire connectors, as well as for flashing, gaskets, and rivets.

Super-Conductive 101 Copper Rods and Discs

With 99.99% copper content, 101 copper has higher purity than 110 copper, resulting in superior electrical conductivity. It's commonly called OFE and OFHC copper. Use it in electrical applications, such as for coaxial cables and terminal lugs.

Titanium-Clad Super-Conductive 101 Copper Rods

A thin layer of titanium is bonded to these copper rods for long life and dimensional stability in corrosive environments.

Super-Conductive 101 Copper Tubes

Super-Conductive 102 Copper Balls

With 99.95% copper content, 102 copper has higher purity than 110 copper, resulting in superior electrical conductivity. It's commonly called OFE and OFHC copper. Use it in electrical applications, such as for coaxial cables and terminal lug.

Easy-to-Machine 145 Copper Rods

Also called tellurium copper, 145 copper contains tellurium, which makes it more machinable than all other copper while maintaining good corrosion resistance and high electrical conductivity. It’s often used for transformer and circuit-breaker terminals, welding torch tips, and fasteners.

High-Strength 182 Copper Rods

182 copper is stronger, harder, and more wear resistant than 110 copper. Also known as RWMA Class 2 chromium copper, it's commonly used in resistance welding, for circuit-breaker parts, and for molds to make plastic parts.

Easy-To-Machine 173 Beryllium Copper Rods

With the addition of lead, this beryllium copper alloy forms small chips that won’t clog machines when it’s drilled or cut, so it is ideal for automated production lines.

Marine-Grade Copper Nickel Rods

From fasteners to ferrules to fittings—machine these rods into parts that stand up to salt water. Made of copper nickel, also called cupro nickel, they resist rusting better than stainless steel.

Marine-Grade Copper Nickel Tubes

Commonly used in water treatment plants, these tubes withstand salt water and can be used to make shims, ferrules, and washers.

Extra High-Strength Beryllium-Free 180 Copper Rods

Even though they have similar performance properties to beryllium copper, these copper rods don't require special machining techniques.

Extra High-Strength 172 Beryllium Copper Rods

Rated RWMA Class 4, 172 beryllium copper is the strongest beryllium copper alloy that is also electrically conductive and extremely wear resistant. It’s often used in inserts, die facings, and molds for plastic that need to withstand stress over repeated use.

Extra High-Strength Marine-Grade
ToughMet™ Copper Nickel

Often used to make bearings and couplings in tough transportation, oil- and gas-drilling, and marine industries, these rods resist fatigue and corrosion. Also known as ToughMet™ 3 rods.

Super-Conductive Extra High-Strength
17510 Beryllium Copper Rods

These 17510 beryllium copper rods are not only conductive, but also non-sparking and non-magnetic, making them suitable for mines, oil rigs, and navigational tools.

Weldable 122 Copper Tubes

The addition of phosphorus makes 122 copper easier to weld and braze than 110 copper. It has excellent resistance to corrosion caused by water, soil, and weather, making it the go-to material for plumbing and underground applications.

Tool Steel

Hardened Undersized High-Speed M2 Tool Steel Rods

These rods, also known as drill blanks, have an undersized diameter for machining your own jobbers'-length drill bits.

Hardened Undersized High-Speed
M2 Tool Steel Rod Sets

These rod sets are supplied in a metal index case with fold-out panels.

Hardened Oversized High-Speed M2 Tool Steel Rods

Also known as reamer blanks, these rods are hardened for increased abrasion and impact resistance.

Tight-Tolerance High-Speed M2 Tool Steel Rods

Ready for turning in a lathe, these precision-ground rods have a tight diameter tolerance and are held to a strict straightness tolerance.

Oversized High-Speed M2 Tool Steel Rods

An oversized diameter allows for finishing to your exact requirements.

Hardened High-Speed M42 Tool Steel

Also known as cobalt steel, this M42 tool steel maintains its hardness in high-speed cutting applications that generate intense heat. Use it to make tools for cutting extremely hard materials.

Wear-Resistant High-Speed M4 Tool Steel Rods

Made from powdered metal, M4 tool steel has a consistent microstructure that gives it outstanding resistance to wear and abrasion. It is comparable to CPM Rex M4.

Tight-Tolerance Multipurpose
Air-Hardening A2 Tool Steel Rods

Precision ground and held to a strict straightness tolerance, these rods are ready for turning in your lathe.

Oversized Multipurpose Air-Hardening
A2 Tool Steel Rods and Discs

An oversized diameter allows for finishing to your exact requirements.

Hardened Tight-Tolerance Multipurpose
Air-Hardening A2 Tool Steel Rods

Hardened for increased abrasion and impact resistance, these rods are precision ground with a tight diameter tolerance.

Tight-Tolerance Multipurpose
Oil-Hardening O1 Tool Steel Rods

Ready for turning in a lathe, these rods are precision ground to a tight diameter tolerance.

Oversized Multipurpose Oil-Hardening
O1 Tool Steel Rods and Discs

An oversized diameter allows for finishing to your exact requirements.

Hardened Tight-Tolerance Multipurpose
Oil-Hardening O1 Tool Steel Rods

Hardened for increased abrasion and impact resistance, these precision-ground rods have a tight diameter tolerance and are ready for turning in your lathe.

Tight-Tolerance Easy-to-Machine W1 Tool Steel Rods

Ground and held to strict diameter and straightness tolerances, these rods are ready to be turned in a lathe.

Oversized Shock-Resistant
S7 Tool Steel Rods and Discs

An oversized diameter allows for finishing to your exact requirements.

Tight-Tolerance Shock-Resistant S7 Tool Steel Rods

The diameter on these rods is precision ground while the straightness is held to a strict tolerance, so they're ready for turning in a lathe.

Hardened Shock-Resistant S2 Tool Steel

This S2 tool steel has been hardened for excellent strength and impact resistance. It has a tough core that resists breaking under shock loads.

Oversized Wear-Resistant D2
Tool Steel Rods and Discs

An oversized diameter allows for finishing to your exact requirements.

Tight-Tolerance Wear-Resistant D2 Tool Steel Rods

All set for turning in your lathe, these precision-ground rods are held to a strict straightness tolerance.

Hardened Easy-to-Machine P20 Tool Steel

Furnished hardened, P20 tool steel is strong and easy to machine. It has the wear resistance and highly polishable surface needed to fabricate long-lasting molds and dies.

Oversized High-Temperature H13 Tool Steel Rods

An oversized diameter on these rods allows for finishing to your exact requirements.

Ultra-Wear-Resistant A11 Tool Steel

Resistant to wear, abrasion, and chipping, A11 is a hard material that is often made into punches and stamping tools.

Tungsten

Ultra-Hard C2 Tungsten Carbide Rods

Ultra-Hard C2 Tungsten Carbide Notched Rods

Ultra-Hard C2 Tungsten Carbide Balls

High-Temperature Ultra-Dense Tungsten Rods

Ultra dense for use as electrodes, furnace support pillars, and screws and bolts, these chemically pure tungsten rods withstand greater heat than other high-temperature metal, such as molybdenum.

Corrosion-Resistant Tungsten Rods

Also known as chatter-free tungsten, this material is used for boring bars and grinding tools that dampen noise and vibration while machining.

Electrically Conductive Tungsten Copper Rods

Use these rods for electrodes in the electrical-discharge machining of dense material, such as tungsten carbide—they’re 75% tungsten for wear and arc-erosion resistance and 25% copper for electrical and thermal conductivity. They’re also known as Elkonite rods.

Ultra-Dense Corrosion-Resistant Tungsten Rods

This tungsten alloy is strong, corrosion resistant, and extremely dense. It’s dense enough to use as a lead alternative to shield from radiation, a vibration dampener in small spaces for equipment such as helicopter blades, and as crankshaft weights.

Thermally-Conductive
Corrosion-Resistant Tungsten Rods

This high-density tungsten alloy is thermally conductive, so it dissipates heat quickly without deforming at high temperatures.

Titanium

High-Strength Grade 5 Titanium Rods and Discs

Grade 5 is the strongest of all the titanium alloys thanks to its higher aluminum and vanadium content. It offers a versatile mix of good corrosion resistance, weldability, and formability. It's often used for turbine blades, fasteners, and spacer rings.

High-Strength Grade 5 Titanium Balls

Grade 5 is the strongest of all the titanium alloys thanks to its higher aluminum and vanadium content. It offers a versatile mix of good corrosion resistance, weldability, and formability.

Ultra-Corrosion-Resistant Grade 2 Titanium Rods

Because Grade 2 titanium is 99% pure, it is more corrosion resistant than Grades 5 and 9 but not as strong. It has good formability and weldability. Common uses include chemical processing equipment, heat exchangers, and marine hardware.

Easy-to-Weld Grade 9 Titanium

Grade 9 titanium has less aluminum and vanadium than Grade 5, so it's easier to weld but not as strong.

Ultra-Corrosion-Resistant Grade 4 Titanium Rods

These titanium rods are the strongest of the commercially pure titanium alloys, Grades 1 through 4, and resist corrosion better than Grade 5 titanium. However, they’re not as strong as Grade 5, and they won’t bend or form as easily as lower grades.

Fatigue-Resistant Grade 23 Titanium Rods

Purer than Grade 5 titanium, these long-lasting rods resist fracturing from use even when cracked.

Nickel

High-Strength 625 Nickel Rods

A blend of nickel, chromium, and molybdenum gives these 625 nickel rods the strength, weldability, and corrosion resistance necessary for use in expansion joints, exhaust systems, and marine components. They are comparable to Inconel 625 and Haynes 625.

Multipurpose 400 Nickel Rods

From marine hardware to chemical-processing equipment, 400 nickel rods are widely used for their strength, weldability, and formability. Comparable to Monel, this nickel-copper alloy will stand up to highly corrosive environments, such as those involving salt water, sulfuric acid, and alkalies.

Thermally Stable Invar 36 Nickel Alloy Rods

Because Invar 36 holds its size and shape when temperatures rise, these nickel-iron alloy rods are the go-to material when dimensional stability is required. They are commonly used when precision is a priority, such as for scientific instruments and optical devices.

Easy-to-Machine Thermally
Stable Kovar Nickel Alloy Rods

These nickel-iron-cobalt alloy rods expand at the same rate as glass when heated. They offer better machinability than Invar 36 and are often used anywhere a dependable glass-to-metal seal is required, such as in diodes and microwave tubes.

Ultra-High-Temperature Alloy X Nickel Rods

Even in temperatures up to 2000° F, Alloy X nickel rods offer good strength and weldability, along with excellent oxidation resistance. They're often used for components in gas turbine engines and furnaces. This material is equivalent to Inconel HX and Hastelloy X.

Ultra-Strength 718 Nickel Rods

Often used for cryogenic tanks and fasteners, these 718 nickel rods will maintain their high strength in temperatures from -300° to 1200° F, even after long-term exposure. They are comparable to Inconel 718.

Extra-Corrosion-Resistant C-276 Nickel Rods

C-276 nickel has excellent corrosion resistance against chemicals, including nitric acid, sulfuric acid, and hydrochloric acid.

Extra High-Strength
Corrosion-Resistant K500 Nickel Rods

Containing titanium and aluminum for added hardness, K500 nickel has double the yield strength of 400 nickel, with the same excellent corrosion resistance.

Corrosion-Resistant 200 Nickel Rods

200 nickel rods are over 98% pure, so they offer corrosion resistance along with good formability, weldability, and electrical conductivity. They're often used in food-processing equipment and chemical shipping drums.

Ultra-Corrosion-Resistant Alloy 22 Nickel Rods

This Alloy 22 nickel resists highly corrosive environments better than other nickel alloys such as 625 and C-276.

Wear-Resistant Cobalt 6B Rods

Also known as Haynes 6B, alloy 6B, and Stellite® 6B, Cobalt 6 is a tough and wear-resistant cobalt alloy. With a wrought material structure, it withstands rapid changes in temperature, resists abrasion, and is four times as impact resistant as other cast materials made from the same chemicals.

Lead, Tin, and Zinc

Lead Discs

Use these cast-lead discs as spacers, washers, and counterbalances.

Lead Balls

Fill forming bags for shaping metal or use as a counterweight.

Vinyl-Coated Lead Rods

The vinyl coating prevents lead from leaving marks on surfaces.

Zinc Rods

Cut and thread discs and other parts that draw corrosion away from nearby metal in water tanks, heat exchangers, and marine applications.

Molybdenum

Ultra High-Temperature Molybdenum Rods

These molybdenum rods conduct both heat and electricity, and they won’t deform at high temperatures.

Ultra High-Temperature
High-Strength Molybdenum Rods

Containing zirconium and titanium for additional strength in extreme temperatures, these rods are commonly used in vacuum furnaces and other high-stress environments.

Multipurpose Plastic

Wear-Resistant Easy-to-Machine
Delrin® Acetal Resin Rods and Discs

Delrin® acetal resin, also known as acetal homopolymer, is stronger and stiffer than acetal copolymer.

Wear-Resistant Easy-to-Machine
Delrin® Acetal Resin Tubes

Delrin® acetal resin, also known as acetal homopolymer, is stronger and stiffer than acetal copolymer.

Wear-Resistant Easy-to-Machine
Delrin® Acetal Resin Balls

Delrin® acetal resin, also known as acetal homopolymer, is stronger and stiffer than acetal copolymer.

Slippery Wear-Resistant Easy-to-Machine
Delrin® Acetal AF Resin Rods and Discs

The addition of PTFE provides a more slippery, wear-resistant surface than standard Delrin® acetal resin. It’s commonly fabricated into pump components, gears, and bearings.

Slippery Wear-Resistant Easy-to-Machine
Delrin® Acetal AF Resin Tubes

The addition of PTFE provides a more slippery, wear-resistant surface than standard Delrin® acetal resin. It’s commonly fabricated into pump components, gears, and bearings.

Slippery Wear-Resistant Easy-to-Machine
Delrin® Acetal AF Resin Sheets and Strips

The addition of PTFE provides a more slippery, wear-resistant surface than standard Delrin® acetal resin. It’s commonly fabricated into pump components, gears, and bearings.

Rigid Glass-Filled Wear-Resistant
Easy-to-Machine Delrin® Acetal Resin Rods

A glass-fiber filler gives this material increased rigidity over standard Delrin® acetal resin. Use it to machine manifolds, impellers, and other parts that require rigidity.

Wear-Resistant Easy-to-Machine Acetal Rods and Discs

An economical alternative to Delrin® acetal resin, this acetal copolymer offers similar wear resistance.

Wear-Resistant Easy-to-Machine Acetal Tubes

An economical alternative to Delrin® acetal resin, this acetal copolymer offers similar wear resistance.

Slippery Wear-Resistant
Easy-to-Machine Acetal Copolymer

A silicone additive gives this material a self-lubricating surface that reduces friction and extends the life of your parts.

Antistatic Wear-Resistant Easy-to-Machine Acetal Rods

This material prevents the buildup of static charges.

Slippery UHMW Polyethylene Rods and Discs

In addition to a low-friction surface that prevents sticking and binding, this tough material is impact and wear resistant to handle the scuffs, scrapes, and strikes that other plastics can’t.

Slippery UHMW Polyethylene Tubes

In addition to a low-friction surface that prevents sticking and binding, this tough material is impact and wear resistant to handle the scuffs, scrapes, and strikes that other plastics can’t.

Antistatic Slippery UHMW Polyethylene Rods

This material suppresses static charges to prevent dust from building up.

High-Strength Slippery UHMW Polyethylene Rods

Often used in high-speed, high-precision, and high-impact applications, such as conveyor rollers and bearings, these rods stand up to scratches and scuffs better than our standard UHMW polyethylene rods. Also known as Tivar HPV.

Oil-Filled Slippery UHMW Polyethylene Rods

This oil-filled material is self-lubricating for an extra-slippery surface.

Metal-Detector-Grade Slippery
UHMW Polyethylene Rods

If a chip of this material breaks off, it can be located by metal detectors to reduce contamination risks.

Wear-Resistant Nylon Rods and Discs

Also known as nylon 6/6, this general purpose material is often used for bearings, gears, valve seats, and other high-wear parts.

Wear-Resistant Nylon Tubes

Also known as nylon 6/6, this general purpose material is often used for bearings, gears, valve seats, and other high-wear parts.

Wear-Resistant Nylon Balls

Also known as nylon 6/6, this general purpose material is often used for bearings, gears, valve seats, and other high-wear parts.

Moisture- and Wear-Resistant Nylon Rods

Because this 6/12 material absorbs less water than standard nylon 6/6, it holds its shape better. It’s often machined into hose fittings and valve components.

Kevlar-Filled Wear-Resistant Nylon Rods

Designed for extreme wear resistance, this Kevlar-filled nylon 6/6 material lasts up to 20 times longer than unfilled nylon. Also known as Hydlar Z, it is often used for parts that are continuously exposed to wear and abrasion, such as wear strips and bushings.

Slippery MDS-Filled Wear-Resistant Nylon Rods

This nylon 6/6 material is modified with MDS for a self-lubricating surface that’s more slippery than standard nylon. It's often used in high-friction applications, such as gears and bearings.

Rigid Glass-Filled Wear-Resistant Nylon Rods

With glass reinforcement, this nylon 6/6 material is stronger than standard nylon, plus it can withstand higher temperatures. It’s widely used in high-stress applications, such as caster wheels and automotive parts.

MDS-Filled Easy-to-Machine
Wear-Resistant Cast Nylon Rods and Discs

The addition of MDS results in a nylon with exceptional wear resistance as well as self-lubricating properties.

MDS-Filled Easy-to-Machine
Wear-Resistant Cast Nylon Tubes

The addition of MDS gives these tubes exceptional wear resistance along with a self-lubricating surface. They're made of cast nylon 6, making them easier to machine and better electrical insulators than other MDS-filled nylon tubes.

Easy-to-Machine Wear-Resistant
Cast Nylon Rods and Discs

This cast nylon 6 material is easier to machine than other types of nylon. It’s comparable to Nylatron and Nycast.

Easy-to-Machine Wear-Resistant Cast Nylon Tubes

This cast nylon 6 material is easier to machine than other types of nylon. It’s comparable to Nylatron and Nycast.

Heat-Stabilized Easy-to-Machine
Wear-Resistant Cast Nylon Rods

Use these cast nylon 6 rods to make sheaves, bushings, and pulleys. All withstand higher temperatures and are easier to machine than standard nylon 6/6 rods.

Heat-Stabilized Easy-to-Machine
Wear-Resistant Cast Nylon Tubes

A good choice for making sprockets and pulleys, these cast nylon 6 tubes withstand higher temperatures and are easier to machine than standard nylon 6/6 tubes.

Oil-Filled Easy-to-Machine
Wear-Resistant Cast Nylon Tubes

This nylon stays lubricated over time because it’s filled with oil. Use it to fabricate parts for hard-to-reach places where adding lubricants would be difficult.

Oil-Filled Easy-to-Machine
Wear-Resistant Cast Nylon Rods

This nylon stays lubricated over time because it’s filled with oil. Use it to fabricate parts for hard-to-reach places where adding lubricants would be difficult.

Impact-Resistant Easy-to-Form ABS Rods

Because ABS maintains its toughness even after thermoforming, it’s often made into storage cases, tote trays, equipment housings, and protective gear.

Impact-Resistant Easy-to-Form ABS Tubes

Because ABS maintains its toughness even after thermoforming, it’s often made into storage cases, tote trays, equipment housings, and protective gear.

Moisture-Resistant Polyethylene
(HDPE) Rods and Discs

Practically nonabsorbent, HDPE won't swell when exposed to moisture. It is denser and more rigid than LDPE, plus it's more chemical resistant.

Moisture-Resistant Polyethylene (HDPE) Balls

Practically nonabsorbent, HDPE won't swell when exposed to moisture. It is denser and more rigid than LDPE, plus it's more chemical resistant.

Chemical-Resistant PVC Rods and Discs

Because PVC resists many acids and alkalies, it’s widely used for tanks and in chemical-processing applications. Also known as PVC Type 1.

Chemical-Resistant PVC Tubes

Because PVC resists many acids and alkalies, it’s widely used for tanks and in chemical-processing applications. Also known as PVC Type 1.

High-Temperature CPVC Rods

CPVC is just as chemical resistant as standard PVC Type 1 and can handle hotter temperatures up to 200° F.

High-Temperature CPVC Tubes

CPVC is just as chemical resistant as standard PVC Type 1 and can handle hotter temperatures up to 200° F.

Impact- and Chemical-Resistant PVC Rods

Offering greater impact resistance than standard PVC Type 1 with similar chemical resistance, this PVC Type 2 is widely used for parts that are subject to shock.

Polypropylene Balls

Because this polypropylene resists swelling when exposed to water, it’s often fabricated into containers and parts for laboratory equipment.

Polypropylene Rods

Because this polypropylene resists swelling when exposed to water, it’s often fabricated into containers and parts for laboratory equipment.

Polypropylene Tubes

Because this polypropylene resists swelling when exposed to water, it’s often fabricated into containers and parts for laboratory equipment.

Flexible Polyethylene (LDPE) Rods

One of the softest and most flexible plastics we offer, LDPE is more formable than HDPE.

Slippery Moisture-Resistant Polyester

When moisture-resistant polyester is combined with PTFE, the result is this self-lubricating material. It’s also called Hydex and PBT.

Moisture-Resistant Polyester Rods

Polyester resists swelling in wet environments.

UV- and Moisture-Resistant Polyester Rods

These black polyester rods protect from UV rays better than off-white polyester. Strong and semi-rigid, they won't swell in moist environments, so they're often made into valves, pump components, and spacers.

Impact-Resistant Polycarbonate Rods

Polycarbonate maintains good impact resistance across a wide temperature range. It's comparable to Lexan, Hyzod, Tuffak, and Makrolon.

High-Strength Glass-Filled
Impact-Resistant Polycarbonate Rods

The addition of glass fibers to this polycarbonate increases tensile strength for use in structural applications.

Electrical-Insulating Polystyrene Rods

Known for its electrical insulating properties, this polystyrene is often used for cable connectors, electrical housings, and in microwave applications. It is also known as Rexolite.

Easy-to-Form Polystyrene Rods

Often fabricated into signs, packaging, and light duty housings, polystyrene is easy to thermoform.

Electrical-Insulating Noryl PPO Rods

Use Noryl PPO for electrical insulating applications where moisture is a concern. It remains dimensionally stable over time, even when temperatures fluctuate.