Starrett® Flat Stock, Precision Ground Standard Tolerance, series: 497, A2 Air Hardening Tool Steel, 1-1/2 in Thickness, 6 in Width, 36 in Length, 35 Microinch or Finer, C63.5-C65 Hardness.
Features
- 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° 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
