Tool Steel Rod, 18 in L, 1 5/8 in Dia. MPN:dcfd2r1.625-18

This high-performance tool steel rod is ideal for applications requiring exceptional hardness and wear resistance, such as making punches, dies, and other tools. Its D2 grade material and air-hardened finish provide a Rockwell hardness of 60 HRC and a Brinell hardness of 217 BHN, ensuring durability and resistance to deformation. With a yield strength of 50,000 psi and a machinability rating of 27%, this rod is suitable for precision machining and fabrication, making it a valuable asset for industries such as aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing. Its compact 1 5/8 in diameter and 18 in length make it easy to handle and integrate into various tooling applications.

Top product features:

• Air-Hardened for increased hardness and durability
• Heat Treatable to allow for further processing and customization
• Machinability of 27 Percent for easier cutting and shaping

Top product applications:

• Tool steel rod is commonly used in the manufacture of high-speed tools and dies, such as drill bits and punches.
• Tool steel rod is often used in the production of knives and other cutting tools due to its high hardness and wear resistance.
• Tool steel rod is also used in the manufacture of molds and dies for plastic injection molding and other processes.