Cold Drawn 0.5 Inch Square Steel Key Stock Bar Built Tough For Gearbox Couplings, 12 Inch Length, 45 Steel Precision, Silver Tone, Ideal For Machinery, Automotive Components And General Engineering Projects

Cold Drawn 1/2in Square Steel Key Stock Bar, 12in Length
✔️ Size: 1 Pcs, 1/2in x 1/2in x 12in cold-drawn steel

These square key stock bars are made from cold-drawn steel and measure 1/2 inch by 1/2 inch with a 12 inch length. Built for strength, they’re ideal for securing gears, pulleys, and other mechanical parts on keyed shafts in machinery, automotive components, and general engineering projects.

✅ Material: cold-drawn steel for durability and precision
✅ Size: 1/2in square, 12in long, 1 piece per pack
✅ Machinability: drill, weld, or machine for custom fabrication
✅ Applications: secures gears, pulleys, and other keyed shaft components

💡 What is a square steel key stock bar used for in machinery and how does it help secure gears on keyed shafts?

It’s a handy part for aligning and locking rotating components on a shaft assembly.

- Fits into shaft keyways to prevent relative motion between gear and shaft
- Provides a square cross-section for precise seating in pulleys and gears
- Can be drilled, welded, or machined to fit custom setups
- Common in DIY projects, small manufacturing, and automotive repairs
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