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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.

    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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    2 1/8"-0.003" to 0"Cold Worked54,000Rockwell B70 (Medium)Rockwell C60ASTM A1088920K76000000000000000000000000000000000000000

    Hardened Multipurpose 4140 Alloy Steel Rods

    These rods and discs keep their strength in temperatures up to 800° F. They're hardened for increased abrasion and impact resistance. Plus, they’re stress relieved, so there’s less chance of warping during machining. Also known as chrome-moly steel, 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.
    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. Hardened Multipurpose 4140 Alloy Steel Rods.
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    2 1/8"-0.007" to 0.007"Cold WorkedHardened, Stress Relieved105,000Rockwell C32 (Hard)ASTM A193 Grade B7, ASTM A434 Class BC8935K16000000000000000000000000000000000

    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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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. High-Strength 1045 Carbon Steel Rods.
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    2 1/8"-0.006" to 0"Cold Worked77,000Rockwell B90 (Medium)Not RatedASTM A1088924K620000000000000000000

    Extreme-Strength Highly Machinable 1144 Carbon Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Extreme-Strength Highly Machinable 1144 Carbon Steel Rods.
    Made with more carbon and manganese than other easy-to-machine carbon steels, 1144 carbon steel has a higher yield strength and hardness. Use them to fabricate parts that require stress resistance, such as gears, shafts, and bushings. For added wear resistance, these rods can be surface hardened with heat treating.
    100,000 psi Yield Strength—Also known as Stressproof, these rods are stress-relieved to minimize warping during machining.
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    2 1/8"-0.005" to 0"Cold DrawnStress Relieved100,000Rockwell C25 (Hard)Not RatedASTM A108, ASTM A3116628K77400000000000000000000

    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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    2 1/8"-0.004" to 0"Cold WorkedAnnealed60,000Rockwell C10 (Medium)Not RatedASTM A1088927K52000000000000000000000000000000000

    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 1/8"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B75 (Medium)ASTM A27689325K640000000000000000000000000000000000
     

    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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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Aluminum. Multipurpose 6061 Aluminum Rods.
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    2 1/8"-0.034" to 0.034"ExtrudedT6511
    ASTM B2218974K73000000000000000000000000000000000000000
     
    Short Rods and Discs
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Aluminum. Multipurpose 6061 Aluminum Rods.
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    2 1/8"-0.034" to 0.034"ExtrudedT6511
    ASTM B2211610T61400000000000000000
     

    Hardened Extreme-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Hardened Extreme-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel Rods.
    All the benefits of 17-4 PH stainless steel with even greater strength and wear resistance. This stainless steel comes hardened, so it's less likely to dent and deform.
    17-4 PH 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 1/8"-0.003" to 0.003"1,100Cold DrawnRockwell C28 (Hard)HardenedH1150ASTM A564, SAE AMS564387205K530000000000000000000000000000000000
     

    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.
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    2 1/8"-0.003" to 0"13" to 90"Cold Worked54,000Rockwell B70 (Medium)Rockwell C60ASTM A1083732N3100000

    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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    2 1/8"-0.003" to 0.003"Cold DrawnRockwell B80 (Medium)Rockwell C35ASTM A484, ASTM A582, SAE AMS561089095K730000000000000000000000000000000000

    Extreme-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel Rods

    Combine the strength of 400 series stainless steel with the corrosion resistance of 300 series. 17-4 PH stainless steel is fit for the most demanding applications—even storing and protecting nuclear waste. You can be confident it will stay corrosion resistant up to the maximum temperature listed. Also known as 630 stainless steel.
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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Extreme-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel Rods.
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    2 1/8"-0.003" to 0.003"1,100Cold DrawnRockwell C30 (Hard)Rockwell C45AnnealedASTM A564, SAE AMS564388855K870000000000000000000000000000000000
     

    Metric Precision Lead Screws and Nuts

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Contains Inset. Precision Lead Screws and Nuts. Metric Precision Lead Screws and Nuts.
    Pair with a motor in automated motion and positioning applications. A tight thread fit allows these lead screws and nuts to make accurate, repeatable starts and stops. Also known as single-start and self-locking lead screws and nuts, they have a single thread that runs the length of the screw. The nut travels only when the screw turns, so your system won’t unexpectedly move when the lead screw is at rest. To ensure compatibility, select components that have the same thread direction, size, and number of thread starts.
    Externally Threaded Nuts—Right-Hand Thread
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Precision Lead Screws and Nuts. Metric Precision Lead Screws and Nuts, Externally Threaded Nuts—Right-Hand Thread.
    Manganese Bronze—Manganese bronze nuts have good strength and wear resistance.
    Travel Distance per Turn—Travel distance per turn, also known as screw lead, is the distance a nut moves with one revolution of the lead screw.
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    Manganese Bronze
    M28 × 5 mm1 3/4"2.125"Metric Trapezoidal
    1:1151 31/32"-1813/16"Metric Trapezoidal Class 7H
    Brinell 12675,0006,100DIN 1037549K940000000
    M40 × 7 mm2 19/64"2.125"Metric Trapezoidal
    1:1171 31/32"-1813/16"Metric Trapezoidal Class 7H
    Brinell 12675,00012,300DIN 1037549K95000000
     
    Flange Nuts—Right-Hand Thread
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Precision Lead Screws and Nuts. Metric Precision Lead Screws and Nuts, Flange Nuts—Right-Hand Thread.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Metric Precision Lead Screws and Nuts, Nuts, Flange Nut.
    Manganese Bronze—Manganese bronze nuts have good strength and wear resistance.
    Travel Distance per Turn—Travel distance per turn, also known as screw lead, is the distance a nut moves with one revolution of the lead screw.
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    M28 × 5 mm1 3/4"2.125"4 13/64"53/64"Metric Trapezoidal
    1:13 7/16"15Metric Trapezoidal Class 7H
    Brinell 12675,0006,1004DIN 1037549K860000000
    M40 × 7 mm2 19/64"2.125"4 13/64"53/64"Metric Trapezoidal
    1:13 7/16"17Metric Trapezoidal Class 7H
    Brinell 126Not Rated12,3004DIN 1037549K27000000
     

    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 1/8"-0.003" to 0.003"304/304L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B75 (Medium)ASTM A27689535K660000000000000000000000000000000000
     

    Extra-High-Strength 7075 Aluminum Rods

    Among the strongest aluminum alloys, 7075 boasts a yield strength that rivals carbon steel rebar. Originally made for aircraft frames, it's now turned into gears, machine keys, and other high-stress parts. It's a good substitute for 2024 aluminum when forming and welding aren't top concerns.
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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Aluminum. Extra-High-Strength 7075 Aluminum Rods.
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    2 1/8"-0.006" to 0.006"Cold DrawnT651
    ASTM B211, SAE AMS-QQ-A-225/990465K22000000000000000000000000000000000
     

    High-Strength 2024 Aluminum Rods

    Balance high strength and workability. Initially designed for aircraft frames, 2024 aluminum is turned into parts that need to be especially strong, such as couplings for servomotor shafts. It’s one of the most widely used high-strength alloys, made into fasteners, gears, and everything in between. It’s also easier to form and weld than 7075 aluminum, among the strongest aluminum alloys out there.
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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Aluminum. High-Strength 2024 Aluminum Rods.
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    2 1/8"-0.012" to 0.012"Cold DrawnT351
    ASTM B211, SAE AMS4120, SAE AMS-QQ-A-225/686985K92000000000000000000000000000000000
     

    Highly Machinable 1117 Carbon Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Highly Machinable 1117 Carbon Steel Rods.
    1117 carbon steel responds to surface-hardening heat treatment better than other easy-to-machine carbon steels. Use these rods to fabricate shaft couplings, studs, pins, and universal joints.
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    2 1/8"-0.003" to 0"Cold Worked58,000Rockwell B75 (Medium)Rockwell B89ASTM A1088290T3200000000000000000000

    Made-to-Order 4140 Alloy Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Made-to-Order 4140 Alloy Steel Rods.
    When an off-the-shelf size won't do, we'll get you the exact dimensions you need.
    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.
    Note: Rods may be made from either 4140 or 4142 alloy steel. They are interchangeable in most applications.
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    2 1/8"-0.004" to 0"13" to 90"Cold WorkedAnnealed60,000Rockwell C19 (Medium)Rockwell C48ASTM A1087478N3100000

    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 1/8"-0.003" to 0.003"13" to 90"Cold DrawnRockwell C30 (Hard)Rockwell C45AnnealedASTM A564, SAE AMS564388855K685000000

    Made-to-Order Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Made-to-Order Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel Rods.
    If you need 304 stainless steel rods in a specific length, we’ll get them for you. Made from the most common stainless steel, these 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.
    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 1/8"-0.008" to 0.008"13" to 90"304/304L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedNot RatedASTM A2764011N36000000

    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 1/8"-0.003" to 0"Cold Worked60,000Rockwell B85 (Medium)Not RatedASTM A10890075K5200000000000000000000

    Air-Hardening A2 Tool Steel Rods

    Made of A2 steel, they are more wear resistant than O1 rods and discs. They also keep a sharper cutting edge. When heat treated for added wear resistance, they don’t require baths or quenching and can be air-hardened. A2 tool steel is widely used for punches, blades, and hammers. These rods and discs are decarb-free, which means any surface flaws created during the manufacturing process have been removed. This makes them more machinable and leads to better results from heat treating or finishing. With an oversized diameter, these rods and discs let you finish to your exact requirements.
    If you don't see the size you're looking for, check out our Made-to-Order A2 Tool Steel Rods .
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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Steel. Air-Hardening A2 Tool Steel Rods.
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    2 1/8"0.015" to 0.051"Hot Rolled55,000TurnedRockwell B95 (Medium)Rockwell C64ASTM A68189925K92900000000000000000000

    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 1/8"0.000" to 0.064"Extruded51407,000 to 7,8000.7 to 3UL 94 V-0
    1, 2, 3, 4, 58745K73000000
     

    Fast-Travel Precision Acme Lead Screws and Nuts

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Contains Inset. Precision Lead Screws and Nuts. Fast-Travel Precision Acme Lead Screws and Nuts.
    Multiple thread channels (also known as thread starts) create faster linear travel than lead screws with a single thread start. The threads have a tight thread fit for accurate, repeatable starts and stops. Pair with a motor in automated motion and positioning applications. To ensure compatibility, please select components that have the same thread direction, thread size, and number of thread starts.
    Externally Threaded Nuts—Right-Hand Thread
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Precision Lead Screws and Nuts. Fast-Travel Precision Acme Lead Screws and Nuts, Externally Threaded Nuts—Right-Hand Thread.
    Combine externally threaded nuts with a flange to create a custom flange nut.
    673 Bronze—932 bearing bronze and 673 bronze nuts are wear resistant. They have good machinability and fair corrosion resistance.
    Travel Distance per Turn—Travel distance per turn, also known as screw lead, is the distance a nut moves with one revolution of the lead screw.
    External
    Thread
    Thread
    Size
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Thread
    Type
    Speed
    Ratio
    No. of Thread
    Starts
    Travel Distance
    per Turn
    Size
    Lg.
    Thread Fit
    Hardness
    Tensile
    Strength
    Dynamic Thrust
    Load Cap.
    Each
    673 Bronze
    1 1/2"-4
    2 19/64"2.125"Acme
    2:120.5"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Brinell 70Not RatedNot Rated95072A5610000000
     
    Externally Threaded Nuts—Left-Hand Thread
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Precision Lead Screws and Nuts. Fast-Travel Precision Acme Lead Screws and Nuts, Externally Threaded Nuts—Left-Hand Thread.
    Combine externally threaded nuts with a flange to create a custom flange nut.
    673 Bronze—932 bearing bronze and 673 bronze nuts are wear resistant. They have good machinability and fair corrosion resistance.
    Travel Distance per Turn—Travel distance per turn, also known as screw lead, is the distance a nut moves with one revolution of the lead screw.
    External
    Thread
    Thread
    Size
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Thread
    Type
    Speed
    Ratio
    No. of Thread
    Starts
    Travel Distance
    per Turn
    Size
    Lg.
    Thread Fit
    Hardness
    Tensile
    Strength
    Dynamic Thrust
    Load Cap.
    Each
    673 Bronze
    1 1/2"-4
    2 19/64"2.125"Acme
    2:120.5"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Brinell 70Not RatedNot Rated95072A5620000000
     
    Flanges
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Precision Lead Screw Nut Flanges.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated.
    Thread onto an externally threaded acme nut to create a custom flange nut.
    1117 Carbon Steel—Carbon steel flanges have good machinability. However, they will rust when exposed to moisture.
    303 Stainless Steel—303 stainless steel flanges have good corrosion resistance.
    Flange Thread
    Size
    Flange
    Dia.
    Flange
    Thk.
    Bolt Circle
    Dia.
    Flange
    Hardness
    Each
    1117 Carbon Steel
    1 31/32"-184 13/64"53/64"3 7/16"Brinell 15695082A645000000
     
    303 Stainless Steel
    1 31/32"-184 13/64"53/64"3 7/16"Brinell 1401329K15000000
     

    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.
    Dia.
    Dia. Tolerance
    Fabrication
    Hardness
    Specs.
    Met
    1/2 ft.
    Long
    1 ft.
    Long
    2 ft.
    Long
    3 ft.
    Long
    6 ft.
    Long
    2 1/8"-0.003" to 0.003"Cold DrawnRockwell B77 (Medium)ASTM A5828984K590000000000000000000000000000000000

    Precision Acme Lead Screws and Nuts

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Contains Inset. Precision Lead Screws and Nuts. Precision Acme Lead Screws and Nuts.
    Pair with a motor in automated motion and positioning applications. A tight thread fit allows these lead screws and nuts to make accurate, repeatable starts and stops. Also known as single-start and self-locking lead screws and nuts, they have a single thread that runs the length of the screw. The nut travels only when the screw turns, so your system won’t unexpectedly move when the lead screw is at rest. To ensure compatibility, please select components that have the same thread direction, thread size, and number of thread starts.
    Externally Threaded Nuts—Right-Hand Thread
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Precision Lead Screws and Nuts. Precision Acme Lead Screws and Nuts, Externally Threaded Nuts—Right-Hand Thread.
    Combine externally threaded nuts with a flange to create a custom flange nut.
    360 Brass—360 brass nuts have excellent machinability and good corrosion resistance.
    673 Bronze—932 bearing bronze and 673 bronze nuts are wear resistant. They have good machinability and fair corrosion resistance.
    Acetal—Acetal nuts have good wear and corrosion resistance.
    PET—PET plastic nuts are lightweight and corrosion resistant.
    PEEK—PEEK plastic nuts handle twice as much heat as PET and acetal plastic nuts. They have good chemical resistance and excellent corrosion resistance.
    Travel Distance per Turn—Travel distance per turn, also known as screw lead, is the distance a nut moves with one revolution of the lead screw.
    External
    Thread
    Thread
    Size
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Thread
    Type
    Speed
    Ratio
    No. of Thread
    Starts
    Travel Distance
    per Turn
    Size
    Lg.
    Thread Fit
    Hardness
    Tensile Strength,
    psi
    Dynamic Thrust
    Load Cap., lb.
    Temp.,
    ° F
    Each
    360 Brass
    1 1/2"-10
    2 19/64"2.125"Acme
    1:110.1"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Brinell 14150,00011,25095072A1790000000
     
    673 Bronze
    1 1/4"-4
    1 3/4"2.125"Acme
    1:110.25"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Brinell 70Not RatedNot Rated95072A117000000
    1 1/4"-5
    1 3/4"2.125"Acme
    1:110.2"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Brinell 70Not RatedNot Rated95072A118000000
    1 1/2"-4
    2 19/64"2.125"Acme
    1:110.25"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Brinell 70Not RatedNot Rated95072A119000000
    1 1/2"-5
    2 19/64"2.125"Acme
    1:110.2"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Brinell 70Not RatedNot Rated95072A121000000
     
    Acetal
    1 1/2"-10
    2 19/64"2.125"Acme
    1:110.1"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Rockwell R1208,0005,600-40 to 19090493A140000000
     
    PET
    1 1/4"-5
    1 3/4"2.125"Acme
    1:110.2"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Not RatedNot Rated3,90015 to 17595075A21800000
    1 1/2"-4
    2 19/64"2.125"Acme
    1:110.25"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Not RatedNot Rated6,00015 to 17595075A219000000
     
    PEEK
    1 1/4"-5
    1 3/4"2.125"Acme
    1:110.2"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Not Rated16,0003,900-40 to 52590493A240000000
     
    Externally Threaded Nuts—Left-Hand Thread
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Precision Lead Screws and Nuts. Precision Acme Lead Screws and Nuts, Externally Threaded Nuts—Left-Hand Thread.
    Combine externally threaded nuts with a flange to create a custom flange nut.
    360 Brass—360 brass nuts have excellent machinability and good corrosion resistance.
    673 Bronze—932 bearing bronze and 673 bronze nuts are wear resistant. They have good machinability and fair corrosion resistance.
    Travel Distance per Turn—Travel distance per turn, also known as screw lead, is the distance a nut moves with one revolution of the lead screw.
    External
    Thread
    Thread
    Size
    Lg.
    Dia.
    Thread
    Type
    Speed
    Ratio
    No. of Thread
    Starts
    Travel Distance
    per Turn
    Size
    Lg.
    Thread Fit
    Hardness
    Tensile
    Strength
    Dynamic Thrust
    Load Cap., lb.
    Each
    360 Brass
    1 1/2"-10
    2 19/64"2.125"Acme
    1:110.1"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Brinell 70Not Rated11,25095072A4420000000
     
    673 Bronze
    1 1/4"-4
    1 3/4"2.125"Acme
    1:110.25"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Brinell 70Not RatedNot Rated95072A217000000
    1 1/4"-5
    1 3/4"2.125"Acme
    1:110.2"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Brinell 70Not RatedNot Rated95072A218000000
    1 1/2"-4
    2 19/64"2.125"Acme
    1:110.25"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Brinell 70Not RatedNot Rated95072A219000000
    1 1/2"-5
    2 19/64"2.125"Acme
    1:110.2"1 31/32"-1813/16"Acme Class 2C
    Brinell 70Not RatedNot Rated95072A225000000
     
    Flanges
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Precision Lead Screw Nut Flanges.
    Image of Attribute. Front orientation. Contains Annotated.
    Thread onto an externally threaded acme nut to create a custom flange nut.
    1117 Carbon Steel—Carbon steel flanges have good machinability. However, they will rust when exposed to moisture.
    Black-Oxide 1117 Carbon Steel—Black-oxide carbon steel flanges have mild corrosion resistance in dry environments and a dark surface color.
    303 Stainless Steel—303 stainless steel flanges have good corrosion resistance.
    Flange Thread
    Size
    Flange
    Dia.
    Flange
    Thk.
    Bolt Circle
    Dia.
    Flange
    Hardness
    Each
    1117 Carbon Steel
    1 31/32"-184 13/64"53/64"3 7/16"Brinell 15695082A645000000
     
    Black-Oxide 1117 Carbon Steel
    1 31/32"-184 13/64"53/64"3 7/16"Brinell 1351329K10500000
     
    303 Stainless Steel
    1 31/32"-184 13/64"53/64"3 7/16"Brinell 1401329K15000000
     

    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.
    Dia.
    Dia. Tolerance
    Temper
    Designation
    Specs.
    Met
    1/2 ft.
    Long
    1 ft.
    Long
    2 ft.
    Long
    3 ft.
    Long
    6 ft.
    Long
    2 1/8"-0.003" to 0.003"H02ASTM B168953K6800000000000000000000000000000000000

    Ultra-Wear-Resistant 440C Stainless Steel Rods

    The high carbon content in this 440C stainless steel helps it withstand abrasion and wear better than any other stainless steel. Like tool steel, it can be heat treated to become extremely hard. It also maintains its corrosion resistance in temperatures up to 800° F. However, it’s more likely to break than bend from impacts. It’s often used to make bearings and valves.
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    Long Rods
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Ultra-Wear-Resistant 440C Stainless Steel Rods.
    Dia.
    Dia.
    Tolerance
    Fabrication
    Hardness
    Max. Hardness After
    Heat Treatment
    Specs. Met
    1/2 ft.
    Long
    1 ft.
    Long
    2 ft.
    Long
    3 ft.
    Long
    6 ft.
    Long
    2 1/8"0" to 0.047"Hot RolledRockwell C20 (Hard)Rockwell C60ASTM A276, SAE AMS563088985K7900000000000000000000000000000000000

    Wear-Resistant Nylon Rods

    Often machined into bearings, gears, cams, and valve seats, these wear-resistant nylon 6/6 rods and discs have a slippery surface that reduces friction.
    Long Rods
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Plastic. Wear-Resistant Nylon Rods.
    Dia.
    Dia. Tolerance
    Fabrication
    Min.
    Temp.
    Max. Temp.,
    ° F
    Tensile Strength,
    psi
    Impact Strength,
    ft·lbf/in
    Flammability
    Rating
    Food Industry
    Std.
    Choose a Length, ft.
    Per
    Ft.
    Black
    2 1/8"0.000" to 0.03"ExtrudedNot Rated18511,200 to 12,3000.6 to 1.4UL 94 V-2
    1, 2, 3, 4, 58541K78000000
     
    Off-White
    2 1/8"0.000" to 0.03"ExtrudedNot Rated18511,200 to 12,3000.6 to 1.4UL 94 V-2
    FDA Standard
    1, 2, 3, 4, 58538K6300000
     

    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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    Dia.
    Dia. Tolerance
    Choose a
    Length
    Material
    Fabrication
    Hardness
    Specs.
    Met
    Per
    Inch
    2 1/8"-0.003" to 0.003"13" to 90"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B75 (Medium)ASTM A27689325K144000000

    Made-to-Order Multipurpose 6061 Aluminum Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Aluminum. Made-to-Order Multipurpose 6061 Aluminum Rods.
    When an off-the-shelf size won't do, we'll get you the exact dimensions you need.
    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.
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    Dia.
    Dia. Tolerance
    Fabrication
    Temper
    Designation
    Specs.
    Met
    Choose a
    Length
    Per
    Inch
    2 1/8"-0.024" to 0.024"ExtrudedT6511
    ASTM B22113" to 90"4012N3100000
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