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    Ultra-Machinable 360 Brass Rods

    With the highest lead content, 360 is the easiest brass alloy to machine. Known as free-machining and free-cutting brass, it handles high-speed drilling, milling, and tapping with minimal wear on your tools. You’ll often see it made into gears, pinions, and lock components.
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    Long Rods
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Brass. Ultra-Machinable 360 Brass Rods.
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    7/32"-0.003" to 0.003"H02ASTM B168953K1180000000000000000000000000000

    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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    Long Rods
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Machinable 303 Stainless Steel Rods.
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    7/32"-0.001" to 0.001"Cold DrawnRockwell B77 (Medium)ASTM A5828984K890000000000000000000000000

    Tight-Tolerance Air-Hardening A2 Tool Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Tight-Tolerance Air-Hardening A2 Tool Steel Rods.
    Precision ground and held to a strict straightness tolerance, these rods are ready for turning in your lathe. Also known as drill rod, this A2 tool steel is more wear resistant than O1 and keeps a sharper cutting edge. It’s air-hardening, so it doesn’t require baths or quenching after heat treatment. This tool steel is often used for punches, blades, and hammers.
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    7/32"-0.0005" to 0.0005"Hot RolledAnnealedRockwell B104 (Hard)Rockwell C62Precision GroundASTM A6818888K31100000000000000000

    Tight-Tolerance Machinable 303 Stainless Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Tight-Tolerance Machinable 303 Stainless Steel Rods.
    This material has tighter tolerances than standard 303 stainless steel. Rods are precision ground and held to a strict straightness tolerance, so they are ready for turning in a lathe.
    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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    7/32"-0.0005" to 0"Cold WorkedRockwell B85 (Medium)ASTM A582, SAE AMS564088915K160000000000000000000000000000

    Highly Machinable 173 Beryllium Copper Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Copper. Highly Machinable 173 Beryllium Copper Rods.
    Combine high strength and machinability. Alloyed with lead, 173 beryllium copper forms small chips that won't clog your tools, making it a great choice for automated production lines. Often turned into bushings and fuse clips, it stays strong under recurring stress and resists wearing down over time.
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    7/32"-0.002" to 0.002"TD04ASTM B1968906N33000000000000000000

    Extra-Hard C2 Tungsten Carbide

    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.
    Rods
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Tungsten. C2 Carbide, Tungsten Carbide, Rods.
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    7/32"-0.0003" to 0"3"-0.06" to 0.06"Precision GroundNot RatedRockwell C80 (Extra Hard)Not Rated8788A156000000
     

    Machinable 416 Stainless Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Machinable 416 Stainless Steel Rods.
    Drill, mill, and turn at high speeds without clogging your cutting tools. Alloyed with sulfur, 416 is the easiest type of stainless steel to machine. A good choice for gears, screws, and shafts, it won't wear down when it grinds against other metal parts. It also maintains its corrosion resistance in temperatures as hot as 1200° F. However, it's not as corrosion resistant as other types of stainless steel, such as 304 and 17-4 PH.
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    7/32"-0.001" to 0.001"Cold DrawnRockwell B80 (Medium)Rockwell C35ASTM A484, ASTM A582, SAE AMS561089095K4800000000000000000000000000

    Tight-Tolerance Shock-Resistant S7 Tool Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. 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. Also known as drill rod, they are ready for turning in a lathe. Often made into chisels, rivets, and punches, S7 tool steel can handle repeated impact without fracturing. It is an air-hardening material.
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    7/32"-0.001" to 0.001"Hot RolledAnnealed55,000Precision GroundRockwell B90 (Medium)Rockwell C58ASTM A68188595K206000000000000

    Plunger Variance Indicator Extension Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Variance Indicator Extension Rods. Plunger Variance Indicator Extension Rods.
    Mount one of these rods between the plunger and contact point to extend the reach of your indicator. These extension rods are compatible with indicators that conform to AGD standards. Most plunger indicators are classified in AGD Groups 0, 1, 2, 3, or 4.
    4-48 Male × 4-48 Female
    Mounting Thread
    M2.5 Male × M2.5 Female
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    1/2"7/32"AGD Group 0, AGD Group 1, AGD Group 2, AGD Group 3, AGD Group 4
    		20625A1320000020625A1100000
    1"7/32"AGD Group 0, AGD Group 1, AGD Group 2, AGD Group 3, AGD Group 4
    		20625A133000020625A120000
    1 1/2"7/32"AGD Group 0, AGD Group 1, AGD Group 2, AGD Group 3, AGD Group 4
    		20625A134000020625A130000
    2"7/32"AGD Group 0, AGD Group 1, AGD Group 2, AGD Group 3, AGD Group 4
    		20625A135000020625A140000
    2 1/2"7/32"AGD Group 0, AGD Group 1, AGD Group 2, AGD Group 3, AGD Group 4
    		20625A136000020625A150000
    3"7/32"AGD Group 0, AGD Group 1, AGD Group 2, AGD Group 3, AGD Group 4
    		20625A137000020625A160000
    4"7/32"AGD Group 0, AGD Group 1, AGD Group 2, AGD Group 3, AGD Group 4
    		20625A138000020625A1700000
    6"7/32"AGD Group 0, AGD Group 1, AGD Group 2, AGD Group 3, AGD Group 4
    		20625A151000020625A1800000
     

    Hardened Tight-Tolerance Air-Hardening A2 Tool Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Hardened Tight-Tolerance Air-Hardening A2 Tool Steel Rods.
    Hardened for increased abrasion and impact resistance, these rods are precision ground with a tight diameter tolerance. Also known as drill rod, they're all set for turning applications in your lathe. A2 tool steel is more wear resistant than O1 and it keeps a sharper cutting edge. This air-hardening material is widely used for punches, broaches, and dies.
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    7/32"-0.0003" to 0"HardenedRockwell C58 (Extra Hard)Precision Ground4345T18000000000000

    Dowel Pins

    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
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Dowel Pins. Plain Head, Standard Tolerance.
    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.
    Material Certificate—Pins include a report with a traceable lot number and a description of their chemical, physical, and mechanical properties.
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    High-Strength Alloy Steel
     
    7/32" Diameter
    7/32"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C50—198381A35900000
    1/4"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C50—198381A0300000
    3/8"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C50—198381A0310000
    1/2"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C50—198381A0320000
    5/8"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C50—198381A3870000
    3/4"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C50—198381A0330000
    7/8"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C50—198381A3880000
    1"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C50Material Certificate
    		198381A0340000
    1 1/4"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C50—198381A3950000
    1 1/2"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C50—198381A0350000
    1 3/4"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C50—198381A3980000
    2"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C50—198381A0360000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant Stainless SteelAbout Corrosion-Resistant Stainless Steel
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Dowel Pins. Plain Head, Standard Tolerance.
    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.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—Our most corrosion-resistant pins, these hold up in just about any environment. They won't degrade from exposure to weather, salt water, and most chemicals. Like 18-8 stainless steel, they're strong enough to join most components but won't withstand stress and vibration as well as steel.
    High-Strength Machinable 416 Stainless Steel—These pins hold their shape under stress and friction from moving parts. In addition to being the strongest stainless steel alloy, 416 is also the most machinable, so you can shape these pins to fit your hole. However, they are the least corrosion-resistant stainless steel option.
    Material Certificate—Pins include a report with a traceable lot number and a description of their chemical, physical, and mechanical properties.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel
     
    7/32" Diameter
    7/32"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—590145A740000000
    1/4"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—590145A74400000
    3/8"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—590145A76100000
    1/2"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—590145A76600000
    5/8"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—590145A77100000
    3/4"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—590145A77300000
    7/8"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—590145A77900000
    1"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—590145A78800000
    1 1/4"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—190145A7890000
    1 1/2"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—190145A7910000
    1 3/4"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—190145A8000000
    2"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot RatedMaterial Certificate
    		190145A8120000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
     
    7/32" Diameter
    7/32"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—597395A68200000
    3/8"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—197395A6860000
    1/2"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—197395A6930000
    5/8"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—197395A6940000
    3/4"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—197395A7020000
    7/8"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—197395A7070000
    1"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—197395A7170000
    1 1/4"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—197395A7240000
    1 1/2"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—197395A7250000
    1 3/4"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—197395A7320000
    2"0" to 0.0002"Not RatedNot Rated—197395A7350000
     
    High-Strength Machinable 416 Stainless Steel
     
    7/32" Diameter
    7/32"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C36—598380A89200000
    1/4"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C36—598380A53000000
    3/8"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C36—598380A90000000
    1/2"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C36—598380A53100000
    5/8"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C36—598380A92000000
    3/4"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C36—598380A53200000
    7/8"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C36Material Certificate
    		598380A92600000
    1"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C36—598380A53300000
    2"0.0001" to 0.0003"Not RatedRockwell C36—198380A5340000
     

    Rotary Shafts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Rotary Shafts.
    Pair with gears, sprockets, and bearings to transmit rotary motion. Turned, ground, and polished to tight tolerances, these shafts reduce vibration, evenly distribute loads, and improve accuracy.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—More corrosion resistant than 303 and 304 stainless steel shafts. They stand up to salt water and harsh chemicals, such as bleach, chlorine, and phosphoric acid.
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    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
     
    7/32" Diameter
    3"0.0048"/1 ft.-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell B83Medium1263K16300000
    4"0.0048"/1 ft.-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell B83Medium1263K16400000
    5"0.0048"/1 ft.-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell B83Medium1263K16500000
    6"0.0048"/1 ft.-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell B83Medium1263K5800000
    9"0.0048"/1 ft.-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell B83Medium1263K16800000
    12"0.0048"/1 ft.-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell B83Medium1263K5900000
    18"0.0048"/1 ft.-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell B83Medium1263K6100000
    24"0.0048"/1 ft.-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell B83Medium1263K6200000
    36"0.0048"/1 ft.-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell B83Medium1263K6400000
     

    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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    7/32"-0.0002" to 0"3 3/4"Not RatedRockwell C65 (Extra Hard)Precision Ground8813A44000000

    Linear Shafts

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Linear Shafts.
    Pair with linear bearings and shaft supports to create smooth, precise motion. These linear shafts are turned, ground, and polished to tight tolerances and hardened to resist wear.
    Corrosion-Resistant 17-4 PH Stainless Steel—More corrosion resistant than 420 and 440C stainless steel, but not as hard or wear resistant.
    Surface Smoothness—The lower the microinch value, the smoother the finish and the less friction it will cause on the bearing.
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    Corrosion-Resistant 17-4 PH Stainless Steel
     
    7/32" Diameter
    2"-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell C40Hard101162K121000000
    3"-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell C40Hard101162K12200000
    4"-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell C40Hard101162K12300000
    5"-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell C40Hard101162K12400000
    6"-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell C40Hard101162K5800000
    12"-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell C40Hard101162K5900000
    18"-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell C40Hard101162K6100000
    24"-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell C40Hard101162K6200000
    36"-0.0002" to 0"Rockwell C40Hard101162K6400000
     

    Stick Electrodes for Inspection-Quality Welds on Steel

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stick Electrodes. Stick Electrodes for Inspection-Quality Welds on Steel .
    These electrodes are low hydrogen for X-ray quality welds. The flux coating produces good stability, speed, and welding performance.
    50 lbs.
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    E7018
    7/32"18"70,000AC, DCEP
    		47973A4250000000
     

    Hardened Tight-Tolerance Oil-Hardening O1 Tool Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Hardened Tight-Tolerance 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. They’re also known as drill rod. Use them to make dies, punches, and gauges. O1 tool steel is an oil-hardening material that resists wear and abrasion.
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    1 ft. Long
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    7/32"-0.0003" to 0"HardenedNot RatedPrecision GroundRockwell C60 (Extra Hard)4347T38000000
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