Starrett 54905 Low Carbon Steel Flat Stock 1/8x8x24 in

Product Description

The STARRETT 54905 is a low carbon steel flat stock bar measuring 1/8 inch thick, 8 inches wide, and 24 inches long. Manufactured to Type C1010 material specification, this flat stock provides consistent dimensional accuracy with tightly controlled tolerances: plus or minus 0.001 inch on thickness and squareness, plus 0.000 to 0.005 inch on width, and plus 0.625 inch on length. At 6.8 pounds, it offers a solid stock piece suitable for fabrication, repair, and maintenance work across trade and industrial settings. Licensed metalworkers, millwrights, HVAC fabricators, and maintenance mechanics rely on this type of material for structural brackets, spacers, shims, and custom metal components.

This flat stock is suited for both shop fabrication and field repair applications. Its low carbon C1010 steel composition makes it easy to cut, drill, weld, and form without special tooling or heat treatment. The close thickness and squareness tolerances make it appropriate for precision fit-up work, such as fabricating mounting brackets, support channels, or replacement structural components in mechanical and HVAC equipment installations. Sold individually as a single piece per package.

Key Features

• Type C1010 low carbon steel composition for easy machining, welding, and forming
• Thickness and squareness tolerances held to plus or minus 0.001 inch for precision fit-up
• Width tolerance of plus 0.000 to 0.005 inch ensures consistent edge-to-edge dimension
• Length tolerance of plus 0.625 inch provides usable stock for cut-to-length applications
• Single-piece packaging with no minimum order quantity beyond one unit

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose low carbon steel flat stock for fabrication, repair, and replacement part manufacturing across mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and industrial maintenance applications.

Installation Notes

Installation and fabrication work with steel flat stock should be performed by qualified tradespeople using appropriate cutting, drilling, and welding equipment. Always wear proper PPE including eye protection and gloves when cutting or grinding steel. Deburr all cut edges before fitting to prevent injury and ensure proper mating surfaces. Consult applicable codes such as the IBC or AWS welding standards when incorporating steel flat stock into structural or load-bearing assemblies.