Starrett 54962 Low Carbon Steel Flat Stock 5/16x8x24 in

Product Description

The STARRETT 54962 is a low carbon steel flat stock bar cut to 24 inches long, 8 inches wide, and 5/16 inch thick, conforming to AISI Type C1018 material specification. This stock is used as raw material for fabrication, machining, and structural applications where consistent dimensional tolerances are essential. 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, making this bar suitable for precision layout work and close-tolerance machining setups. The piece weighs 17 pounds. Machinists, fabricators, and tool-and-die shops are the primary users of this type of flat stock.

C1018 low carbon steel offers good machinability and weldability, making it a common choice for general-purpose shop stock, fixture bases, brackets, and support structures. This flat bar is sized for benchtop or machine work where a consistent, ready-to-use piece is needed without additional sawing from larger plate. The 24-inch length fits standard machining envelopes and is a practical size for layout and fitting tasks in both production and maintenance settings.

Key Features

• AISI Type C1018 low carbon steel for reliable machinability and weldability
• Thickness held to plus or minus 0.001 inch for consistent stock removal in machining
• Width tolerance of plus 0.000 to 0.005 inch supports close-fit applications
• Square tolerance of plus or minus 0.001 inch ensures flat, true surfaces
• Length tolerance of plus 0.625 inch allows for facing or squaring the ends
• 17 pounds per piece — practical for single-operator handling at the machine

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose flat bar for fabrication, machining, and toolmaking applications requiring AISI C1018 low carbon steel in a 5/16 x 8 x 24 inch form factor.

Installation Notes

Handle this bar with appropriate lifting technique given its 17-pound weight. Secure the workpiece firmly in a vise or fixture before cutting, drilling, or milling. Follow standard shop safety practices including eye protection and proper workholding. Deburr all cut edges before handling or assembling into finished components.