304 Stainless Steel Rod — 25 mm or 28 mm diameter × 500 mm length Key benefits - Durable strength: High hardness and structural stability provide long service life for shafts and load-bearing components. - Corrosion and heat resistance: Made from 304 stainless steel, a widely used rustproof alloy that retains mechanical properties at elevated temperatures. - Smooth, reliable finish: Polished surface reduces risk of cracks, improves wear resistance, and provides a clean starting point for machining and shaping. - Easy to machine: Cuts and shapes cleanly for precise fits, reducing rework and assembly time. - Versatile compatibility: Two diameters (25 mm and 28 mm) in a 500 mm length cover common needs in small machinery and model-building projects. Technical highlights - Material: 304 stainless steel (rustproof alloy, stable at high temperatures) - Diameters available: 25 mm or 28 mm - Length: 500 mm - Surface: Polished and smooth, designed to resist crack formation during machining - Mechanical properties: High hardness for strength and dimensional stability under load How this product solves problems - Replaces worn or undersized shafts with a corrosion-resistant, high-hardness alternative that resists deformation and extends component life. - Provides a smooth, ready-to-machine blank that minimizes finishing work and reduces the risk of surface defects that cause failure. - Offers temperature stability for applications that see heat exposure, maintaining performance where non-stainless materials could weaken or corrode. Common applications and scenarios - Motor shaft repair or replacement: Machine to required tolerances, cut to 500 mm or shorter, and fit bearings for reliable motor operation in workshop equipment. - Model building (airplanes, ships, cars): Use as miniature axles or drive shafts that need rigidity and corrosion resistance—ideal for model ships exposed to moisture or outdoor use. - Small transmission and support shafts: Suitable for transmission shafts, short support shafts, wave pocket models, and precision hobby components where consistent hardness and surface finish matter. Why choose this rod - Practical sizes and lengths for hobbyists and small-machine repair. - Trusted 304 stainless composition for rust resistance and thermal stability. - Polished surface and high hardness reduce machining problems and improve final part reliability. Ordering options - Select diameter: 25 mm or 28 mm - Length: 500 mm Compatible uses - Transmission shafts, motor shafts, short support shafts - Wave pocket models, miniature axles - Model airplanes, model ships, model cars Material and machining notes - 304 stainless steel machines well with standard metalworking tools; use appropriate cutting speeds and coolants to preserve finish. - Polished surface reduces burr formation; verify final dimensions after cutting to ensure proper fit.