About Tool Steel
More
Oversized Multipurpose Air-Hardening A2 Tool Steel Rods and Discs

- Yield Strength: 55,000 psi
- Hardness: Rockwell B95 (Medium)
- Heat Treatable: Yes
- Max. Hardness After Heat Treatment: Rockwell C64
An oversized diameter allows for finishing to your exact requirements. A2 tool steel is more wear resistant than O1 and it keeps a sharper cutting edge. This air-hardening material is widely used for punches, broaches, and dies. These rods and discs are decarb-free for a uniform surface that will consistently accept heat treating.
If you don't see the size you're looking for, please specify a length under additional rod lengths.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Certificates with a traceable lot number are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
To order: Please specify length in increments of 0.25” within the range listed.
Dia. | Dia. Tolerance | Mechanical Finish | Straightness Tolerance | Specifications Met | Choose a Length | Per Inch | |
1/4" | 0.005" to 0.032" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 00000 |
3/8" | 0.005" to 0.032" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 000 |
1/2" | 0.005" to 0.032" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 0000 |
5/8" | 0.005" to 0.032" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/4" | 0.005" to 0.032" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 0000 |
7/8" | 0.005" to 0.032" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 0000 |
1" | 0.005" to 0.032" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 0000 |
1 1/8" | 0.005" to 0.032" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 0000 |
1 1/4" | 0.005" to 0.032" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 0000 |
1 3/8" | 0.005" to 0.032" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 0000 |
1 1/2" | 0.005" to 0.032" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 0000 |
1 5/8" | 0.005" to 0.032" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 0000 |
1 3/4" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 0000 |
2" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 0000 |
2 1/4" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 1/2" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 00000 |
2 3/4" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 00000 |
3" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 00000 |
3 1/4" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 000000 | 00000 |
3 1/2" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 00000 |
3 3/4" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 00000 |
4" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 00000 |
4 1/4" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 00000 |
4 1/2" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 00000 |
4 3/4" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 00000 |
5" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 00000 |
5 1/2" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 00000 |
6" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 00000 |
6 1/2" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 000000 | 00000 |
7" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 00000 |
8" | 0.01" to 0.093" | Turned | Not Rated | ASTM A681 | 13" to 90" in 0.25" increments | 0000000 | 000000 |