1 1/2" x 4" Tool Steel Rectangle Bar O1 Precision GroundPart #: 12421
Tool Steel Rectangle Bar O1 offers excellent dimensional stability during heat treatment, and otherwise decent attributes. O1 is an oil-hardening, general purpose tool steel. While not as strong or wear resistant as A-2 or D-2, it experiences significantly less distortion during the heat treating process. It is typically used in rolls, punches, shear knives, food processing knives, and gauges.
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Chemistry Information : O1 Tool Steel
This product is a precision ground rectangle bar made of O1 tool steel, measuring 1.5 inches thick by 4 inches wide, with a maximum length of 36 inches. It features excellent dimensional stability during heat treatment and contains approximately 0.94% carbon and 0.5% chromium.
Yes, O1 tool steel offers good machinability with a rating of 95 and experiences less distortion during heat treatment compared to other tool steels like A-2 or D-2, making it ideal for precision applications.
This O1 tool steel bar is commonly used for making rolls, punches, shear knives, food processing knives, and gauges due to its balance of strength and dimensional stability.
The bar is available in two standard lengths: 18 inches and 36 inches. Custom cut options are not available from the warehouse, so orders are limited to these lengths.
Yes, a Material Test Report (MTR) is available for this product, providing assurance of its chemical and mechanical properties.
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