Starrett 54965 Low Carbon Steel Flat Stock C1018

Product Description

The STARRETT 54965 is a low carbon steel flat stock bar made to AISI Type C1018 specification. It measures 24 inches in length, 0.5 inches in width, and 0.375 inches in thickness. C1018 is a general-purpose low carbon steel known for consistent machinability, weldability, and moderate strength. This flat stock is ground and sized to tight tolerances, making it suitable for layout, fixturing, toolmaking, and general fabrication work. Machinists, tool and die makers, and fabricators keep this material on hand for a wide range of bench and shop applications where dimensional accuracy matters.

This flat stock is used in machine shops, maintenance facilities, and light fabrication environments. It is well suited for spacers, shims, brackets, keys, guides, and other precision-fitted components. The tight width and thickness tolerances make it a reliable choice when a part needs to be machined or fitted with minimal stock removal. It is sold in individual 24-inch lengths.

Key Features

• AISI Type C1018 low carbon steel for consistent machinability and weldability
• Length: 24 inches with a plus 0.625-inch length tolerance
• Width: 0.5 inches with a plus 0.000 to plus 0.005-inch width tolerance
• Thickness: 0.375 inches with a plus or minus 0.001-inch thickness tolerance
• Square tolerance held to plus or minus 0.001 inch
• Sold as a single piece per package

Compatibility

Designed as a standard-dimension C1018 low carbon steel flat stock suitable for general machining, toolmaking, and fabrication applications where AISI C1018 material specification is required.

Installation Notes

This flat stock is a raw material bar and is typically cut, drilled, or machined to final dimensions by the installer or machinist. Standard metalworking tools apply, including band saws, milling machines, drill presses, and hand files. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment when cutting or machining. Deburr all cut edges before fitting or assembling into equipment.