Starrett 55049 Low Carbon Steel Flat Stock 24x5x1 in

Product Description

The STARRETT 55049 is a low carbon steel flat stock bar cut to 24 x 5 x 1 inches and manufactured to AISI Type C1018 material specification. C1018 is a general-purpose low carbon steel valued for its consistent machinability, weldability, and mild strength, making it a go-to raw material stock for fabrication, toolmaking, and mechanical component production. The bar ships as a single piece and is held to tight dimensional tolerances: plus or minus 0.001 inches on both thickness and squareness, a plus 0.000 to 0.005 inch range on width, and a plus 0.625 inch tolerance on length. At 34 pounds, this is a solid, production-grade piece intended for shop use by machinists, fabricators, and metalworking professionals.

This flat stock is suited for a wide range of industrial and trade fabrication applications where close-tolerance C1018 bar is specified. Typical uses include fixture bases, spacers, brackets, wear plates, machine keys, and structural weldments in light manufacturing and maintenance environments. The 1 inch thickness and 5 inch width make it a practical starting point for milling, drilling, turning, or sawing to net shape. No surface grinding or secondary sizing is required to achieve working flatness within the stated tolerances.

Key Features

• AISI Type C1018 low carbon steel for consistent machinability and weldability
• Tight thickness and squareness tolerance of plus or minus 0.001 inches
• Width tolerance held to plus 0.000 to 0.005 inches for predictable stock sizing
• 24-inch nominal length with a maximum plus 0.625 inch length allowance
• Single-piece packaging at 34 pounds, ready for direct shop use

Compatibility

Designed as a standard C1018 low carbon steel flat bar for general machining, fabrication, and metalworking applications where AISI Type C1018 material specification is required.

Installation Notes

Handling a 34-pound steel bar requires proper lifting technique and secure workholding before any machining or cutting operation begins. Always use appropriate personal protective equipment including gloves and eye protection when cutting, drilling, or grinding steel stock. Ensure all cutting tools and saw blades are rated for the material hardness and cross-section being processed. Deburr all cut edges before part assembly or handling.