Starrett 54947 Low Carbon Steel Flat Stock C1018

Product Description

The STARRETT 54947 is a low carbon steel flat stock bar cut to 24 inches long, 8 inches wide, and 0.25 inches thick. It is made from AISI Type C1018 steel, a widely used low carbon grade known for consistent machinability, weldability, and moderate strength. This flat stock is suited for fabrication, machining, and structural layout work in metal shops, HVAC fabrication, and general trade applications. Length tolerance is plus 0.625 inches. Width tolerance is plus 0.000 to 0.005 inches. Thickness and square tolerance are each plus or minus 0.001 inches. At 13.6 pounds per piece, it is a solid, full-size bar intended for cut-to-size or direct-use applications.

This flat stock is used in metal fabrication shops, maintenance and repair operations, and light structural applications. It is appropriate for brackets, supports, bases, and custom parts where tight thickness and squareness tolerances are needed. Machinists, fabricators, and trade technicians working in HVAC, plumbing, or general mechanical service will find this bar suitable for layout and cutting tasks. The C1018 grade machines cleanly and accepts welding without special preheat in most shop conditions.

Key Features

• AISI Type C1018 low carbon steel for consistent machinability and weldability
• Thickness and square tolerance of plus or minus 0.001 inches for precise fitment
• Width tolerance of plus 0.000 to 0.005 inches
• Length tolerance of plus 0.625 inches
• Full-size 24 x 8 x 0.25 inch bar ready for shop cutting or direct use
• Sold as single piece with no minimum order beyond one unit

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose low carbon steel flat bar suitable for fabrication, machining, and structural support applications where AISI C1018 material specification is required.

Installation Notes

Cutting, drilling, and welding operations on this flat stock should be performed by qualified fabricators or trade technicians using appropriate personal protective equipment. Secure the bar firmly before cutting or machining to prevent movement. Follow applicable shop safety standards and local code requirements for structural or load-bearing applications. Inspect cut edges and surfaces after processing to confirm dimensional compliance with the job specification.