AMPCO 18 Rod: 2 3/4 in Outside Dia, 12 in Overall Lg, +0.053/+0.083
The AMPCO 18 Rod is an ultra-wear-resistant bronze rod with a 2 3/4 in outside diameter and 12 in overall length, featuring a +0.053/+0.083 outside diameter tolerance, 38,000 psi yield strength, and Rockwell Hardness…
SKU 3G-OTH-587379
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Product Description
The AMPCO 18 Rod is an ultra-wear-resistant bronze rod with a 2 3/4 in outside diameter and 12 in overall length, featuring a +0.053/+0.083 outside diameter tolerance, 38,000 psi yield strength, and Rockwell Hardness B90 (MPN 181-0275-012). 3G Electric interprets demand and delivers this genuine industrial material across 14 departments — with specialist depth in combustion, pumps and controls — ensuring you get the right answer, not just a catalog.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is AMPCO 18 Rod used for?
AMPCO 18 Rod is an ultra-wear-resistant bronze rod used in heavy industrial applications such as forming dies, bushings, wear plates, and guide rails. Its high yield strength of 38,000 psi and B90 Rockwell hardness make it ideal for high-load, low-friction environments across machining, material handling, and power transmission systems.
What are the specifications of AMPCO 18 Rod 181-0275-012?
The AMPCO 18 Rod (MPN 181-0275-012) has a 2 3/4 in outside diameter, 12 in overall length, outside diameter tolerance of +0.053/+0.083, yield strength of 38,000 psi, and Rockwell Hardness B90. These specs ensure dimensional stability and wear resistance for precision industrial components.
Where to buy AMPCO 18 Rod worldwide?
3G Electric supplies AMPCO 18 Rod worldwide, handling full logistics and customs clearance. As a global industrial solutions provider, we interpret your demand and deliver genuine AMPCO bronze rod across 14 departments — including specialist expertise in combustion, pumps, and controls — so you get the right material, not just a catalog.
How to select the right AMPCO 18 Rod size?
Select AMPCO 18 Rod size based on your application's load, clearance, and wear requirements. For the 181-0275-012, the 2 3/4 in outside diameter with +0.053/+0.083 tolerance suits press-fit bushings or forming tools. Consult your design's yield strength (38,000 psi) and hardness (B90) to ensure compatibility with mating components.
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3G Electric supplies AMPCO ultra-wear-resistant ampco® 18 bronze rods & discs. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.


