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    14 Products

    Multipurpose 6061 Aluminum Rods

    The most widely used aluminum, 6061 is made into everything from pipe fittings to containers to airplane parts. It balances strength and corrosion resistance, plus it's easy to machine and weld.
    Don't see the size you need? Check out our Made-to-Order 6061 Aluminum Rods.
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    Long Rods
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Aluminum. Multipurpose 6061 Aluminum Rods.
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    6 ft.
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    2 7/8"-0.034" to 0.034"ExtrudedT6511
    		ASTM B2218974K55000000000000000000000000000000000
     
    Short Rods and Discs
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Aluminum. Multipurpose 6061 Aluminum Rods.
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    2 7/8"-0.034" to 0.034"ExtrudedT6511
    		ASTM B2211610T61600000000000000000
     

    High-Strength 1045 Carbon Steel Rods

    Stronger than low-carbon steel with equally good machinability, 1045 carbon steel is widely used for bolts, studs, and shafts.
    If you don't see the size you're looking for, check out our Made-to-Order 1045 Carbon Steel Rods.
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    Long Rods
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. High-Strength 1045 Carbon Steel Rods.
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    6 ft.
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    2 7/8"-0.006" to 0"Cold Worked77,000Rockwell B90 (Medium)Not RatedASTM A1088924K7600000000000000000000

    Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel Rods

    Made from the most common stainless steel, these 304 stainless steel rods are used to create corrosion-resistant parts for a wide range of applications. Machine them into anything from shafts on chemical mixers to flanges on beverage lines. They maintain their corrosion resistance in temperatures up to 1500° F.
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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel Rods.
    304/304L Stainless Steel—This dual-certified stainless steel meets both 304 and 304L requirements. Its low carbon content improves weldability while retaining corrosion resistance and strength.
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    2 7/8"-0.003" to 0.003"304/304L Stainless Steel
    		Cold WorkedRockwell B75 (Medium)ASTM A27689535K7400000000000000000000000000000000000
     

    Chemical-Resistant PVC Rods

    Often used to make valve and tank parts for chemical-processing applications, these rods and discs have excellent resistance to acids and alkalies. They’re PVC Type 1, which is easy to thermoform. These rods are also excellent electrical insulators.
    Long Rods
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Chemical-Resistant PVC Rods.
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    2 7/8"0.000" to 0.086"Extruded51407,000 to 7,8000.7 to 3UL 94 V-0
    		1, 2, 3, 4, 58745K54000000
     

    Multipurpose Low-Carbon Steel Rods

    Also known as mild steel, low-carbon steel is easy to machine, form, and weld. It's widely fabricated into low-strength fasteners, pins, and axles. You can surface harden this material for added wear resistance.
    If you don't see the size you're looking for, check out our Made-to-Order Low-Carbon Steel Rods.
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    Long Rods
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Multipurpose Low-Carbon Steel Rods.
    Cold Worked—Cold-worked products have a finished look and quality. The cold-working process gives the steel consistent strength, hardness, and dimensions throughout.
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    6 ft.
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    2 7/8"-0.004" to 0"Cold Worked54,000Rockwell B70 (Medium)Rockwell C60ASTM A1088920K830000000000000000000000000000000000000000

    Multipurpose 4140 Alloy Steel Rods

    Also known as chrome-moly steel, this versatile 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. For added wear resistance, the surface can be hardened with heat treating.
    If you don't see the size you're looking for, check out our Made-to-Order 4140 Alloy Steel Rods.
    Note: Rods may be made from either 4140 or 4142 alloy steel. They are interchangeable in most applications.
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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Multipurpose 4140 Alloy Steel Rods.
    Cold Worked—Cold-worked steel products have a smooth, polished finish. They also have consistent mechanical properties and highly accurate dimensions.
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    6 ft.
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    2 7/8"-0.005" to 0"Cold WorkedAnnealed60,000Rockwell C10 (Medium)Not RatedASTM A1088927K660000000000000000000000000000000000

    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel Rods

    One of the most corrosion-resistant types of stainless steel, 316 stands up to the harshest chemicals, including bleach, chlorine, and phosphoric acid. It's a step up from 304, which has similar strength and temperature performance. Use it in a variety of marine and chemical-processing applications. It maintains its corrosion resistance in temperatures up to 1500° F.
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    Long Rods
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel Rods.
    316/316L Stainless Steel—Dual certified to meet both 316 and 316L requirements. The low carbon content makes this stainless steel easy to weld while maintaining strength and corrosion resistance.
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    2 7/8"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    		Cold WorkedRockwell B75 (Medium)ASTM A27689325K810000000000000000000000000000000000000
     

    Ultra-Machinable 12L14 Carbon Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. 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, such as shaft couplings, studs, and pins. For added wear resistance, they can be surface hardened with heat treating.
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    2 7/8"-0.004" to 0"Cold Worked60,000Rockwell B85 (Medium)Not RatedASTM A10890075K7600000000000000

    Made-to-Order 1045 Carbon Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Made-to-Order 1045 Carbon Steel Rods.
    When an off-the-shelf size won't do, we'll get you the exact dimensions you need.
    Stronger than low-carbon steel with equally good machinability, 1045 carbon steel is widely used for bolts, studs, and shafts.
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    2 7/8"-0.005" to 0"13" to 90"Cold Worked77,000Rockwell B90 (Medium)ASTM A1087330N3200000

    Machinable 303 Stainless Steel Rods

    Widely used for fabricating fittings and fasteners, 303 stainless steel machines quickly without sticking to cutting tools. It maintains its corrosion resistance in temperatures up to 1500° F.
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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Machinable 303 Stainless Steel Rods.
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    2 7/8"-0.003" to 0.003"Cold DrawnRockwell B77 (Medium)ASTM A5828984K690000000000000000000000000000000000000

    Made-to-Order Extreme-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Made-to-Order Extreme-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel Rods.
    When an off-the-shelf size won't do, we'll get you the exact dimensions you need.
    17-4 PH stainless steel combines the strength of 400 series stainless steel with the corrosion resistance of 300 series. This makes it fit for the most demanding applications—even storing and protecting nuclear waste. You can be confident it will stay corrosion resistant in temperatures as hot as 1100° F. Also known as 630 stainless steel.
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    2 7/8"-0.003" to 0.003"13" to 90"Cold DrawnRockwell C30 (Hard)Rockwell C45AnnealedASTM A564, SAE AMS564388855K692000000

    Made-to-Order Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Made-to-Order Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel Rods.
    When an off-the-shelf size won't do, we'll get you the exact dimensions you need.
    One of the most corrosion-resistant types of stainless steel, 316 stands up to the harshest chemicals, including bleach, chlorine, and phosphoric acid. It's a step up from 304, which has similar strength and temperature performance. Use it in a variety of marine and chemical-processing applications. It maintains its corrosion resistance in temperatures up to 1500° F.
    316/316L Stainless Steel—Dual certified to meet both 316 and 316L requirements. The low carbon content makes this stainless steel easy to weld while maintaining strength and corrosion resistance.
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    2 7/8"-0.003" to 0.003"13" to 90"316/316L Stainless Steel
    		Cold WorkedRockwell B75 (Medium)ASTM A27689325K151000000

    Made-to-Order Low-Carbon Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Made-to-Order Low-Carbon Steel Rods.
    When an off-the-shelf size won't do, we'll get you the exact dimensions you need.
    Also known as mild steel, low-carbon steel is easy to machine, form, and weld. It's widely fabricated into low-strength fasteners, pins, and axles. You can surface harden this material for added wear resistance.
    Material Certificate Icon
    Certificates with a traceable lot number are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
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    Fabrication
    Yield Strength,
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    Met
    Per
    Inch
    2 7/8"-0.004" to 0"13" to 90"Cold Worked54,000Rockwell B70 (Medium)Rockwell C60ASTM A1083732N3700000
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