Starrett 54876 Low Carbon Steel Flat Stock 1/16x5x24 in

Product Description

The STARRETT 54876 is a Type C1010 low carbon steel flat stock bar used in fabrication, maintenance, and repair applications across metalworking and mechanical trades. Measuring 24 inches long, 5 inches wide, and 1/16 inch thick, this flat stock ships as a single piece and weighs 2.12 pounds. Tight dimensional tolerances are held throughout: thickness and squareness are held to plus or minus 0.001 inch, width tolerance is plus 0.000 to 0.005 inch, and length tolerance is plus 0.625 inch. These tolerances make the bar suitable for precision layout work, shimming, and light structural fabrication where dimensional consistency matters.

Type C1010 low carbon steel is a general-purpose material used by machinists, millwrights, fabricators, and maintenance technicians in both commercial and industrial settings. This flat stock is commonly used for brackets, spacers, shims, wear plates, and custom fittings. Its low carbon content makes it easy to cut, drill, and weld without specialized tooling or preheat procedures, making it practical for shop and field work alike.

Key Features

• Type C1010 low carbon steel construction — machinable, weldable, and drillable without preheat
• Thickness tolerance of plus or minus 0.001 inch for consistent fitment in close-tolerance applications
• Width tolerance of plus 0.000 to 0.005 inch ensures the bar does not underrun the nominal 5-inch width
• Length tolerance of plus 0.625 inch provides material for cut-to-fit applications
• Squareness tolerance of plus or minus 0.001 inch supports accurate layout and assembly
• Single-piece packaging — sold individually with no minimum order beyond one unit

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose flat bar for metalworking, fabrication, and maintenance applications requiring Type C1010 low carbon steel in a 1/16 x 5 x 24 inch form factor.

Installation Notes

This flat stock is typically cut, drilled, or welded by machinists, fabricators, or maintenance technicians using standard metalworking tools. Wear appropriate PPE including eye protection and gloves when cutting or grinding. Deburr all cut edges before final installation to prevent injury and ensure proper seating. Follow applicable shop safety procedures and relevant codes when welding or incorporating this material into structural assemblies.