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Bend-and-Stay Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel Wire
Bend this wire and it will stay put. Frequently used as tying wire and locking wire, 304 stainless steel is a good all-around choice for a wide range of applications.
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- Heat Treatment: Annealed (Softened)
- Heat Treatable: No
- Tensile Strength: 75,000 psi
- Specifications Met: ASTM A580, MS20995
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| Dia. | Dia. Tolerance | Lg., ft. | Fabrication | Max. Temperature, °F | Net Weight, lbs. | Type | Each | |
Matte | ||||||||
| 0.038" | -0.001" to 0.001" | 64 | Cold Drawn | 550° | 1/4 | Spool | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 0.038" | -0.001" to 0.001" | 255 | Cold Drawn | 550° | 1 | Spool | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 0.038" | -0.001" to 0.001" | 1,125 | Cold Drawn | 550° | 5 | Coil | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 0.038" | -0.001" to 0.001" | 2,580 | Cold Drawn | 550° | 10 | Spool | 0000000 | 000000 |
- Heat Treatment: Annealed (Softened)
- Heat Treatable: No
- Tensile Strength: 75,000 psi
- Specifications Met: ASTM A580, MS20995
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| Dia. | Dia. Tolerance | Fabrication | Max. Temperature, °F | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Matte | ||||||
| 0.038" | -0.001" to 0.001" | Cold Drawn | 550° | 50 | 0000000 | 000000 |
Bend-and-Stay Economical 430 Stainless Steel Wire
When bent, this wire will stay in place. Widely used as tying and locking wire, this economical wire won’t stand up as well as other stainless steel wire when used outdoors or in extreme temperatures.
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- Temper Rating: Annealed (Softened)
- Heat Treatable: No
- Tensile Strength: 70,000 psi
- Specifications Met: ASTM A580
1 ft. Lg. | |||||
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| Dia. | Dia. Tolerance | Max. Temperature, °F | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Matte | |||||
| 0.038" | -0.001" to 0.001" | 300° | 50 | 00000000 | 000000 |
Hardened Undersized High-Speed M2 Tool Steel Rods
- Yield Strength: Not Rated
- Hardness: Rockwell C60 (Very Hard)
These rods, also known as drill blanks, have an undersized diameter for machining your own jobbers'-length drill bits. They're hardened for increased abrasion and impact resistance. M2 tool steel offers a nice balance of wear resistance and machinability. It has a high molybdenum content, which allows it to maintain sharp cutting edges even at elevated temperatures.
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| Dia. | Dia. Tolerance | Drill Bit Size | Lg. | Mechanical Finish | Straightness Tolerance | Each | |
| 0.038" | -0.0002" to 0" | 62 | 1 1/2" | Precision Ground | 0.012" per ft. | 00000000 | 00000 |
Hardened Oversized High-Speed M2 Tool Steel Rods
- Yield Strength: Not Rated
- Hardness: Rockwell C60 (Very Hard)
Also known as reamer blanks, these rods have an oversized diameter that allows for finishing to your exact requirements. They're hardened for increased abrasion and impact resistance. M2 tool steel offers a nice balance of wear resistance and machinability. It has a high molybdenum content, which allows it to maintain sharp cutting edges even at elevated temperatures.
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| Dia. | Dia. Tolerance | Reamer Size | Lg. | Lg. Tolerance | Mechanical Finish | Straightness Tolerance | Each | |
| 0.038" | 0" to 0.0002" | 62 | 1 1/2" | -1/32" to 1/32" | Precision Ground | 0.012" per ft. | 00000000 | 00000 |
Difficult-to-Bend Corrosion-Resistant
Small-Diameter Braided Wire—Not for Lifting
This braided wire has a stiff construction for use as bracing and guy wires. This stainless steel braided wire can handle corrosive environments, such as areas that are frequently washed down. Individual wire strands are preformed to maintain their shape and prevent rope from unraveling when cut.
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Extra-Flexible Corrosion-Resistant Small-Diameter Braided Wire—Not for Lifting
More wires per strand than other wire rope provides the flexibility required for repeat bending over drums and pulleys. This stainless steel braided wire can handle corrosive environments, such as areas that are frequently washed down.
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Extra-Flexible Coated Small-Diameter Braided Wire—Not for Lifting
More wires per strand than other wire rope provides the flexibility required for repeat bending over drums and pulleys. The nylon coating protects the wire from abrasion. Made of 18-8 stainless steel, this wire rope has good corrosion resistance.
Note: When attaching fittings to coated wire rope, the coating must be removed from the installation area.
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Extra-Flexible Chemical-Resistant Coated
Small-Diameter Braided Wire—Not for Lifting
More wires per strand than other wire rope gives this wire rope the flexibility required for repeat bending over drums and pulleys. For use in the most demanding environments, the FEP (fluorinated ethylene propylene) coating on this braided wire has excellent chemical and weather resistance. Made of 18-8 stainless steel, this wire rope has good corrosion resistance.
Note: When attaching fittings to coated wire rope, the coating must be removed from the installation area.
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