Starrett 54923 Low Carbon Steel Flat Stock 1x24 in

Product Description

The STARRETT 54923 is a low carbon steel flat stock bar measuring 3/16 inch thick, 1 inch wide, and 24 inches long, conforming to AISI Type C1018 material specification. This flat stock is cold-drawn to tight dimensional tolerances, making it suitable for precision layout, fabrication, and machining applications. Thickness and squareness are held to plus or minus 0.001 inch, and width tolerance is held to plus 0.000 to 0.005 inch, ensuring consistent fitment in close-tolerance work. Machinists, fabricators, millwrights, and tool-and-die professionals install and work this material in shop and field settings.

This flat stock is used in general metalworking, maintenance repair, and fabrication environments where a machinable, weldable, low carbon steel bar is required. Typical applications include keyways, brackets, shims, spacers, guides, and small structural members. The C1018 alloy is widely specified when moderate strength combined with good machinability and weldability is needed. It is suited for both light industrial and commercial fabrication shops.

Key Features

• AISI Type C1018 low carbon steel for good machinability and weldability
• Thickness tolerance of plus or minus 0.001 inch for precise dimensional control
• Width tolerance of plus 0.000 to 0.005 inch for consistent fit
• Length tolerance of plus 0.625 inch allowing for cut-to-length finishing
• Square tolerance of plus or minus 0.001 inch ensures flat, true stock
• Ships as individual bar, minimum order quantity of 1

Compatibility

Designed as a standard cold-drawn C1018 low carbon steel flat bar suitable for general fabrication, machining, and maintenance repair applications where AISI C1018 material specification is required.

Installation Notes

This flat stock is typically cut, drilled, welded, or machined by qualified metalworkers using standard shop tooling. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment when cutting or grinding steel. Edges may be sharp as received and should be deburred before handling or installation. Follow applicable facility safety procedures and local codes when welding or working with steel stock.