K & S Precision Metals Round Stainless Steel Rod, (87135), Made in The USA

I purchased this K&S 87147 Round Stainless Steel Rod, 1/2" OD x 12" Long for the intended purpose of using it as a gauge for a prototype project. I was in a position of needing to know if a certain size steel shaft would be the correct fit without having to buy, measure, and cut a specific length of that size shaft just to see if it would work. I scanned Amazon for any round metal object or type of elongated shaft of a certain diameter in size that I could use instead of having to use the method mentioned. Luckily, I came upon these precut 12 inch long K&S rods. I found that some of the rods offered were available in different materials and in quite a few diameters of interest. Long story short, I was able to order a handful of these rods in the various diameters for a fraction of the cost of just one length of a steel shaft. These K&S shafts made it easily possible to test each size and determine which size would best work for my project. And, as a bonus, I was also able to use these same rods as spindles in my floor standing drill press to cut short lengths of different ID tubing with — which these pieces of tubing were also part of my project. I had already engineered a horizontal cutting gig with adjustable blade depth for my drill press, so the rest was easy with these rods. These K&S 12 inch long rods turned out to be just another unexpected purchase that worked out perfectly. The quality of these rods was better than expected and each one had a decent finish. Each rod was also well within the expected tolerances of size and overall length. I have found many more uses for these K&S rods!

Had to order a 2nd time as they sent the wrong diameter (7/16" vs. 1/4" I ordered). Other than that, it'll perform well I'm sure.

Works great

Exactly what I needed. Good quality

Good item, photo in listing is misleading, since you only get one rod. I probably would have ordered anyway, since I only need one, but still was surprised and had to go back and check description.

Excellent machinability.

As was expected, arrived on time and was perfect for the purpose it was ordered.

I bought it to fit in my mighty mag to sweep in steady rest for alignments. I’ll cut in 2.5”, 4” and 5.5 (left over)” and if I need anything longer, I’ll order another 12” piece..

shipping and product very very good.

Achtung …. Es handelt sich dabei um nur eine Stange !

Met my needs without having to drive all over to find it.

This rod is slightly larger than 7/16. I required a precise fit and I drilled three sample holes with three different 7/16 bits before drilling my main piece to test fit and all three holes were too small. I had to shave down the rod to eventually fit.

For what I needed it for it was perfect because of moisture it had to be Stainless Steel. The diameter was exact and the finish was excellent.