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    About Steel
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    Compare over 50 grades of steel and cast iron to find the right material for you—all with material certificates for traceability.

    Tight-Tolerance Ultra-Heat-Resistant M42 High-Speed Tool Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Tight-Tolerance Ultra-Heat-Resistant M42 High-Speed Tool Steel Rods.
    Machine saw blades, end mills, and other cutting tools that stay hard and sharp at top speeds and temperatures. M42 runs faster and hotter than other grades of high-speed tool steel, so it slices through material as tough as titanium without softening or wearing down. Precision ground and held to a strict tightness tolerance, this steel is all set to turn in your lathe. Also known as cobalt steel.
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    Dia.
    Dia.
    Tolerance
    Lg.
    Yield
    Strength
    Hardness
    Mechanical
    Finish
    Each
    1/64"-0.0002" to 0"1 1/2"Not RatedRockwell C65 (Extra Hard)Precision Ground8813A1200000

    Dowel Pins

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Dowel Pins. Plain Head, Standard Tolerance.
    Precisely align machine parts and prevent movement during assembly. These dowel pins are machined to tight tolerances and have a uniform diameter for a snug fit. They can also be used as a pivot, shaft, or hinge to join moving components. Since dowel pins can be hard to remove, they are best suited for permanent fixtures that don't require frequent adjustments or disassembly.
    Steel
    High-Strength Alloy Steel—Our strongest, most wear-resistant pins, these won't bend or break from vibration. Use them for high-stress applications, such as mounting and aligning hydraulic cylinders and injection molds. They perform best in dry environments since moisture will cause them to rust.
    Lg.
    Dia. Tolerance
    Double Shear Breaking
    Strength
    Min.
    Hardness
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    High-Strength Alloy Steel
     
    1/64" Diameter
    1/4"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C60198381A04700000
    1/2"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C60198381A0530000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant Stainless SteelAbout Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments. In addition to resisting rust, these pins also withstand mild chemicals such as cleaners and degreasers. They are strong enough to join most components but won't withstand extreme stress and vibration as well as steel.
    Lg.
    Dia. Tolerance
    Double Shear Breaking
    Strength
    Min.
    Hardness
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    18-8 Stainless Steel
     
    1/64" Diameter
    1/4"-0.0001" to 0.0005"Not RatedRockwell C3190145A290000000
    3/8"-0.0001" to 0.0005"Not RatedRockwell C3190145A29300000
    1/2"-0.0001" to 0.0005"Not RatedRockwell C3190145A29600000
     

    Brazing Alloys

    Use these brazing alloys with a variety of metals.
    Flux Required, With Cadmium—For Joining Brass, Bronze, Carbide, Cast Iron, Copper, Nickel, Stainless Steel, and Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Brazing Alloys. Brazing Alloys, For Joining Carbide.
    BAg-1—BAg-1 alloys are for most general purpose applications. They contain silver, which produces a smoother flow when melted to create a stronger joint than RBCuZn-C.
    Material
    Composition
    1.1 oz.
    5.5 oz.
    AWS Material
    Code
    Silver
    Copper
    Zinc
    Cadmium
    Melting Temp.
    Range, ° F
    Dia.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Each
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Each
    BAg-1
    		45%15%16%24%1,125 to 1,1451/64"987761A2200000004907761A260000000
    Flux Required, Without Cadmium—For Joining Brass, Bronze, Carbide, Cast Iron, Copper, Nickel, Stainless Steel, and Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Brazing Alloys. Brazing Alloys, For Joining Carbide.
    Alloys without cadmium are safer to use than brazing alloys with cadmium and help meet industry regulations.
    BAg-5—BAg-5 alloys are for most general purpose applications. They contain silver, which produces a smoother flow when melted to create a stronger joint than RBCuZn-C.
    Material
    Composition
    1.1 oz.
    5.5 oz.
    AWS Material
    Code
    Silver
    Copper
    Zinc
    Cadmium
    Melting Temp.
    Range, ° F
    Dia.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Each
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Each
    BAg-5
    		45%30%25%0%1,225 to 1,3701/64"1007761A1500000005007761A160000000

    High-Strength Brazing Alloys

    Create stronger bonds than standard brazing alloys.
    Flux Required, Without Cadmium—For Joining Brass, Bronze, Carbide, Cast Iron, Copper, Nickel, Stainless Steel, and Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Brazing Alloys. High-Strength Brazing Alloys.
    Brazing alloys without cadmium are safer than brazing alloys that contain cadmium and help meet industry regulations.
    Material Composition
    1.1 oz.
    AWS Material
    Code
    Silver
    Copper
    Zinc
    Tin
    Cadmium
    Melting Temp.
    Range, ° F
    Dia.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Each
    BAg-7
    		56%22%17%5%0%1,145 to 1,2051/64"977156N110000000

    Brazing Alloys for Tight Gaps

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Brazing Alloys. Brazing Alloys for Tight Gaps.
    When melted, these alloys form a thin liquid that easily flows into smaller gaps than standard brazing alloys. They don’t contain cadmium, so they’re safer than other brazing alloys with cadmium and help you meet industry regulations.
    BAg-36—BAg-36 alloys are often used in the piping and automotive industry.
    Material Composition
    1.1 oz.
    AWS Material
    Code
    Silver
    Copper
    Zinc
    Tin
    Cadmium
    Melting Temp.
    Range, ° F
    Braze Type
    Dia.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Each
    For Joining Brass, Bronze, Carbide, Cast Iron, Copper, Nickel, and Steel
    BAg-36
    		45%27%25%3%0%1,195 to 1,260Flux Required, Without Cadmium1/64"10076975A650000000
     
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