Starrett 55003 Low Carbon Steel Flat Stock 24x1x5/8 in

Product Description

The STARRETT 55003 is a low carbon steel flat stock bar made to AISI Type C1018 material specification. It measures 24 inches in length, 1 inch in width, and 5/8 inch (0.625 inches) in thickness, and weighs 4.24 pounds. C1018 is a mild, low carbon steel widely used in precision machining, fabrication, and maintenance applications where good machinability and consistent tolerances are required. This flat stock is precision-sized with tight dimensional tolerances, making it suitable for use as a raw material in custom part fabrication, jigs, fixtures, and mechanical components. Machinists, fabricators, and maintenance tradespeople are the primary installers and users of this stock material.

This flat stock is used in general industrial, commercial, and trade shop environments. It is appropriate for applications requiring a machinable, weldable, low carbon steel bar in a standard rectangular profile. Typical uses include fabricating brackets, guides, wear plates, spacers, and fixture components. The 24-inch length provides a workable starting size for most bench and machine operations. Its consistent width and thickness tolerances support accurate lay-out and machining without additional pre-processing.

Key Features

• AISI Type C1018 low carbon steel for reliable machinability and weldability
• Length tolerance of plus 0.625 inches ensures full nominal length is met
• Width tolerance of plus 0.000 to 0.005 inches for close-fit applications
• Thickness and square tolerance of plus or minus 0.001 inches for precision work
• Rectangular flat bar profile ready for sawing, drilling, milling, or welding
• Ships as a single piece per package with a minimum order quantity of 1

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose low carbon steel flat stock suitable for use in machine shops, fabrication shops, and industrial maintenance applications requiring AISI C1018 steel in a 24 x 1 x 5/8 inch flat bar form.

Installation Notes

This is a raw steel flat stock material intended for cutting, machining, or welding by qualified machinists or fabricators using appropriate metalworking equipment. Always follow shop safety procedures including proper guarding, eye protection, and secure workholding before cutting or machining. Handle cut edges with care as they may be sharp. Store flat stock horizontally on a flat surface to prevent warping or bending.