What is Drill Rod used for? - Practical Machinist
2005-3-18 · After machining, it can be heat treated up to around 60-62Rc and drawn back to whatever hardness is required for your job. If you just need a tough steel, you can use drill rod without heat treating!. If a part needs to be surface ground, you machine it oversize, heat treat, draw back to required hardness and then grind it.
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