Starrett 54974 Low Carbon Steel Flat Stock 24x4x0.375 in

Product Description

The STARRETT 54974 is a low carbon steel flat stock bar cut to 24 inches long, 4 inches wide, and 0.375 inches thick. Made from AISI Type C1018 low carbon steel, this flat stock is a general-purpose raw material used in fabrication, maintenance, and repair work across a wide range of trades and industrial applications. The C1018 specification indicates a mild, machinable grade that responds well to welding, drilling, tapping, and light forming. Dimensional tolerances are tightly controlled: length runs to a plus 0.625 inch tolerance, width to a plus 0.000 to 0.005 inch tolerance, and both thickness and squareness to a plus or minus 0.001 inch tolerance. Weight is 10.2 pounds per piece.

This flat stock is suited for use in structural brackets, mounting plates, frame members, support gussets, and custom fabricated components in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general mechanical installations. Machinists, fabricators, millwrights, and maintenance technicians typically work with this material when building custom parts or modifying existing assemblies. The 24 x 4 x 0.375 inch size makes it a practical choice for applications requiring a rigid, flat steel blank that can be cut, drilled, or welded to fit specific job requirements.

Key Features

• AISI Type C1018 low carbon steel — machinable, weldable, and suitable for light forming
• 24 inches long with a plus 0.625 inch length tolerance
• 4 inches wide with a plus 0.000 to 0.005 inch width tolerance
• 0.375 inches thick with a plus or minus 0.001 inch thickness tolerance
• Plus or minus 0.001 inch squareness tolerance for precise fitment
• 10.2 pounds per piece — solid stock weight suitable for structural applications

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose low carbon steel flat stock blank for fabrication, repair, and custom component manufacturing across industrial and trade applications.

Installation Notes

This material is raw stock and requires cutting, drilling, or forming before installation. Standard metalworking tools apply — cold saw, angle grinder, drill press, or milling machine depending on the operation. Wear appropriate PPE including eye protection and gloves when cutting or grinding. Deburr all cut edges before handling or installing in assemblies.