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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Thickness
0.5
Width
12
Alloy
A2
Temper
Annealed
Metal Type
Tool Steel
Shape
Bar-Rectangle
Brand
MSP Metals
Weight/Lineal Foot
21.2 pounds
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Chemistry Information : A2 Tool Steel

Element
Percentage
Element
Percentage
Element
Percentage
C
0.95 - 1.05
Cr
5.13
Fe
91
Mn
1  max
Mo
1.15
P
0.03  max
Si
0.5  max
S
0.03  max
V
0.33

The A2 tool steel rectangle bar is commonly used for punches, dies, cutting tools in woodworking, tooling for plastic, dowel pins, hammers, and industrial knives due to its good strength, wear resistance, and excellent stability during heat treatment.

Yes, custom cut lengths are available from the warehouse, with maximum lengths up to 72 inches, allowing you to order the exact size needed for your project.

Yes, a material test report (MTR) is available for this product, providing detailed information on its chemical composition and quality.

The A2 tool steel rectangle bar is supplied in an annealed temper, which offers excellent machinability and stability during heat treatment.

This rectangle bar measures 0.5 inches thick by 12 inches wide, with available lengths from 12 to 72 inches. The weight varies by length, starting at approximately 21.2 pounds for a 12-inch piece.

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