Starrett® 54665 Precision Ground Standard Tolerance Flat Stock, 36 in L x 3 in W x 1/2 in
Starrett® Flat Stock, Precision Ground, Standard Tolerance, Series: 497, A2 Air Hardening Tool Steel, 1/2 in T, 3 in W, 36 in L, 35 Microinch or Finer, C63.5 - C65 Hardness
- The 5% chromium content makes this steel especially desirable for punches and dies to be used in long production runs since it gives the tools far longer life
- High wear resistance is also ideal for punches and dies to stamp silicon, stainless steels, monel metal and other types of abrasive material
- Maintains close dimensional accuracy throughout the heat treating process, the wide 75 deg hardening range make this virtually foolproof
- Full length identification eliminates confusion with other steels
- Up to 50% more pieces per sharpening can be produced than with oil hardening steel