Raw Materials

6061-T6511 extruded is the most versatile of the heat treatable aluminum alloys. It has most of the good qualities of aluminum, and it offers a wide range of mechanical properties and corrosion resistance. It can be fabricated by many of the commonly used techniques. Length tolerances are ±1".

These shims are used for fast and accurate spacing of milling cutters, gang cutters, saws, slitting blades and grinding tools. ID tolerance -.000/+.011", OD tolerance +/-.002.

These spacers are used for fast and accurate spacing of milling cutters, gang cutters, saws, slitting blades and grinding tools. ID tolerance -.000/+.011", OD tolerance +/-.002.

CA360 Rods: This cold finished, nonferrous alloy 360 is a versatile, free cutting, 1/2 hard brass and is the standard of machinability (rated 100%) against which all nonferrous alloys are rated. It's an ideal metal for shop use where milling, drilling, tapping, knurling or turning is required. Brass is a corrosion resistant, rustproof metal that finishes well and is easily plated, soldered and brazed. Typical applications include nuts, bolts, rivets, valve stems, pump shafts and marine hardware. Conforms to ASTM B16. Length tolerances are +/-1/2 in.SAE 841 Rods: These oil-filled, powdered metal, bronze bars are produced to ASTM standards for consistent precision, quality and uniformity. Bars are vacuum impregnated with non-detergent SAE 30 oil to provide excellent lubrication while being corrosion resistant. The O.D. is oversized and the I.D. is undersized to allow for finishing to listed dimensions. Application temperature range is 10 to 220 degrees Fahrenheit.

Bronze is an alloy that consists primarily of copper with the addition of other ingredients. In most cases the ingredient added is typically tin, but arsenic, phosphorus, aluminum, manganese, and silicon is also be used to produce different properties in the material. All of these ingredients produce an alloy much harder than copper alone. Bronze is characterized by its dull-gold color, and has faint rings on its surface (which helps one to differentiate it from brass). Bronze bars are used in the construction of sculptures, musical instruments and medals, and in industrial applications such as bushings and bearings, where its low metal on metal friction is an advantage. Bronze also has nautical applications because of its resistance to corrosion. Other applications include bearings and bushings, pump impellers, valve components, wire brushes, chemical hardware, gears, and pipe fittings.

All rods come in 36" lengths and are AISI/SAE. Available in the following types: O-1: Oil-hardening for general tool room use. Good nondeforming characteristics. Moderate resistance to abrasion. Machinability 90%. S-7: Air-hardening molybdenum, chromium, shock resisting. High impact strength with moderate wear resistance. Machinability 95%. A-2: Air-hardening. Maximum abrasion resistance. Machinability 65%.W-1: Water hardening offers a combination of high abrasion resistance and toughness when hardened. Machinability 100%.D-2: Air hardening. Offers significantly better wear resistance and a high compressive strength. Machinability 65%.

6061-T6511 extruded is the most versatile of the heat treatable aluminum alloys. It has most of the good qualities of aluminum, and it offers a wide range of mechanical properties and corrosion resistance. It can be fabricated by many of the commonly used techniques. Length tolerances are ±1".

Used to make shims, gaskets and other parts. Made from high quality plastic for consistent performance. Color coded for easy identification. Cuts easily and resists oil. Sold by the package.

Used for tool and die work, machine repair, bearing adjustments, prototype work and short run production. Rolled to precision tolerances. Rolls are packaged in convenient dispenser. No. 2 finish.

Solves alignment and leveling problems on pumps, generators and other machinery. Tabs eliminate need to place hands under machinery. Conforms to standard bolt and stud sizes.

Keystock is used to transmit torque from a shaft to a specific component. Size is clearly marked on each bar.

Type 303 is highly corrosion resistant and non-magnetic. It has non-galling and non-seizing qualities which allow for easy machining and is better for lighter equipment if welding is not required. When cold worked, can become slightly magnetic. Free machining for heavier cuts in automatic machining operations. Corrosion resistant to atmospheric exposures, sterilizing solutions, most organic and many inorganic chemicals, most dyes, nitric acid and foods. Machinability is 70% (1212 crs = 100% and 1018 crs = 78%). Length tolerances are +/-1 in.Type 316 is the best corrosion resistance of the standard stainless steels. Resists pitting and most chemicals used in paper, textile and photographic industries. High temperature strength. Non magnetic. Length tolerances are +/-1 in.

Made of dimensionally stable chromium, tungsten and vanadium electric furnace tool steel. Low 1,450-1,500 Fahrenheit hardening range makes this steel easy to harden. Vanadium content assures fine grain and high durability. Fully spheroidized and annealed for uniform carbide size and easy machining. Each piece is individually wrapped and clearly marked with size, analysis and correct hardness and tempering information. Edge squareness is .003″ per inch. Finish is 35 microinch or finer.

Keystock is used to transmit torque from a shaft to a specific component. Size is clearly marked on each bar.

Tungsten carbide balls are used where extreme hardness and wear resistance is required. Used for applications such as bearings, ball screws, valves, coining, pivots, detents, and tips for gauges and tracers. Can also be used for ballizing, gauging, and checking.

Made from K-prene® urethane. Rods and bars are available in 80A, 90A, and 95A durometer. All are 48" long. 80A is orange, 90A is blue and 95A is red. Length tolerance is ± 1/8". Diameter or width is ±2%.

Made from K-prene® urethane. Rods and bars are available in 80A, 90A, and 95A durometer. All are 48" long. 80A is orange, 90A is blue and 95A is red. Length tolerance is ± 1/8". Diameter or width is ±2%.

Woodruff keys are shaped like a half circle and used to lock gears and pulleys to the drive shafts of machine tools and engines. The round edge of the key is designed to fit into the keyseat, which is a curved pocket on the shaft. The flat edge of the key remains exposed and fits into the keyway, which is a rectangular groove in the gear or pulley.