Starrett 54242 AISI 01 Oil Hardening Flat Stock 1-1/2" x 2-1/2" x 18"

The Starrett 54242 is a precision flat stock bar made from AISI 01 oil hardening tool steel, measuring 1-1/2" thick x 2-1/2" wide x 18" long. This premium tool steel is ideal for manufacturing cutting tools, gauges, fixtures, and precision components that require excellent dimensional stability and wear resistance.

Key Features:

• AISI 01 oil hardening tool steel composition for superior machinability and heat treatment response
• Dimensionally stable during heat treatment, minimizing warping and distortion
• Excellent for intricate work and thin sections with minimal risk of cracking
• Can be hardened to Rockwell C 57-64 for exceptional wear resistance
• Precision ground flat stock for consistent dimensions and surface finish
• Ideal for dies, punches, gauges, cutting tools, and wear-resistant applications

Starrett precision ground flat stock is manufactured to exacting tolerances, making it the preferred choice for toolmakers, machinists, and manufacturers who demand consistent quality and performance. The 01 tool steel composition provides an excellent balance of toughness, wear resistance, and ease of machining in the annealed state.