Tool Steel Rectangle Bar A2 has good strength, wear resistance, and excellent stability during heat treatment. A-2 exhibits wear resistance that falls between O-1 and D-2 tool steel. It is typically used in punches, dies, cutting tools in woodworking, tooling for plastic, dowel pins, hammers, and industrial knives.
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Chemistry Information : A2 Tool Steel
This product is a rectangular bar with a thickness of 0.25 inches and a width of 1 inch. It is available in lengths up to 36 inches and is produced as a ground oversize bar for precision.
Yes, A2 tool steel offers good strength, wear resistance, and excellent stability during heat treatment, making it ideal for punches, dies, cutting tools in woodworking, tooling for plastic, dowel pins, hammers, and industrial knives.
Yes, MTR reports are available for this product, providing detailed material certification to ensure quality and compliance.
The machinability of this A2 tool steel bar is rated at 65, which means it offers moderate ease of machining compared to other tool steels, balancing wear resistance with workable processing.
The 18-inch length weighs approximately 1.28 pounds and the 36-inch length weighs about 2.55 pounds. Both sizes are in stock and available for immediate shipping.