Starrett 54944 C1018 Steel Flat Stock 0.25x4x24 in

Product Description

The STARRETT 54944 is a low carbon steel flat stock bar cut to 24 inches long, 4 inches wide, and 0.25 inches thick. Made from AISI Type C1018 steel, this grade is widely used in fabrication, structural support, and machining applications where moderate strength and good machinability are required. The bar ships as a single piece and weighs 6.8 pounds. Tolerances are held tight: length runs long by up to 0.625 inches, width tolerance is +0.000 to +0.005 inches, and both thickness and squareness are held to +/- 0.001 inches. These precision tolerances make the stock suitable for applications where dimensional consistency matters.

This flat stock is used across a broad range of trade and industrial settings, including HVAC equipment fabrication, mechanical support brackets, plumbing and electrical panel backing, and general metalworking. It is a practical choice when a weldable, machinable mild steel bar is needed for custom fabrication or repair work. The 24 x 4 x 0.25 inch size is a common utility format suited to shops and field fabricators who need a ready-to-cut blank without ordering custom stock.

Key Features

• AISI Type C1018 low carbon steel for good weldability and machinability
• Thickness and squareness tolerance of +/- 0.001 inches for dimensional consistency
• Width tolerance of +0.000 to +0.005 inches
• Length tolerance of +0.625 inches, ensuring minimum usable length is met
• Single-piece package quantity with a minimum order of one unit
• 6.8 pounds finished weight

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose mild steel flat bar for fabrication, machining, and structural support applications where AISI C1018 low carbon steel stock is specified.

Installation Notes

Cutting, drilling, and welding should be performed by qualified metalworkers or tradespeople using appropriate personal protective equipment. Always de-energize any adjacent electrical systems and shut off relevant utilities before installing fabricated brackets or supports in live HVAC, plumbing, or electrical assemblies. Follow applicable local codes and OSHA safe-work practices when handling and cutting steel stock. Verify final dimensions after cutting, as the as-shipped length may include the positive length tolerance.