Starrett 54975 Low Carbon Steel Flat Stock 3/8x5x24 in

Product Description

The STARRETT 54975 is a low carbon steel flat stock bar measuring 3/8 inch thick, 5 inches wide, and 24 inches long. Manufactured to AISI Type C1018 specification, this flat stock delivers consistent machinability and weldability suited to fabrication, maintenance, and repair applications across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general trade work. The piece weighs 12.76 pounds and is held to tight dimensional tolerances: plus or minus 0.001 inch on thickness and squareness, plus 0.000 to 0.005 inch on width, and plus 0.625 inch on length. These tolerances make it a reliable choice when dimensional consistency matters for finished parts or structural supports.

This flat stock is appropriate for use in light structural fabrication, equipment mounting brackets, support channels, and custom fittings in both residential and commercial trade settings. Machinists, pipefitters, HVAC fabricators, and maintenance technicians commonly work with C1018 flat stock when a readily machinable, low carbon steel is required. It is suited to operations including drilling, tapping, welding, and grinding without the need for specialized tooling.

Key Features

• AISI Type C1018 low carbon steel for consistent machinability and weldability
• Thickness: 3/8 inch held to plus or minus 0.001 inch tolerance
• Width: 5 inches with plus 0.000 to 0.005 inch tolerance
• Length: 24 inches with plus 0.625 inch length tolerance
• Squareness tolerance: plus or minus 0.001 inch
• Sold as a single piece (package quantity of 1)

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose AISI C1018 low carbon steel flat stock suitable for trade fabrication, equipment support, and maintenance repair applications where a machinable mild steel bar stock is specified.

Installation Notes

Cutting and drilling should be performed with appropriate tooling for mild steel; wear eye protection and gloves when cutting or grinding. Welding C1018 flat stock typically requires standard MIG or stick welding procedures for low carbon steel. Consult applicable workplace safety codes and local trade standards before use in structural or load-bearing applications. Deburr all cut edges before final fitting or installation.