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 rectangle bar made of A2 tool steel with a thickness of 2 inches and a width of 4 inches. It is ground oversize for precision and available in lengths up to 36 inches. The alloy composition includes carbon (0.95-1.05%), chromium (5.13%), molybdenum (1.15%), and vanadium (0.33%), providing good strength and wear resistance.
Yes, this A2 tool steel bar has a machinability rating of 65, making it suitable for various machining processes. It is commonly used for punches, dies, cutting tools in woodworking, plastic tooling, dowel pins, hammers, and industrial knives due to its excellent wear resistance and stability during heat treatment.
The product is available in two standard lengths: 18 inches and 36 inches, both in stock and ready to ship. However, custom cut options are not available from the warehouse for this item.
Yes, material test reports (MTRs) are available for this product. It also complies with RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) standards but does not have REACH compliance.
The 18-inch length weighs approximately 40.76 pounds, and the 36-inch length weighs about 81.51 pounds. Both sizes are currently in stock and available for immediate shipment.