Starrett 55051 Low Carbon Steel Flat Stock 1x8x24 in

Product Description

The STARRETT 55051 is a low carbon steel flat stock bar made to AISI Type C1018 material specification. It measures 24 inches long, 8 inches wide, and 1 inch thick, and weighs 54.4 pounds. C1018 is a mild, low carbon steel known for consistent machinability, weldability, and moderate strength, making it a standard choice for fabrication, tooling fixtures, machine bases, and structural components. Tolerances are tightly held: length tolerance is plus 0.625 inches, width tolerance is plus 0.000 to 0.005 inches, and both thickness and square tolerance are held to plus or minus 0.001 inches. This bar stock is suited for shops, maintenance facilities, and trade contractors who need reliable raw material for custom fabrication or repair work.

This flat stock is used across a broad range of industrial and trade applications including HVAC equipment fabrication, plumbing and mechanical support structures, electrical enclosure components, and general metalworking. Its C1018 composition machines cleanly on mills, lathes, and drill presses, and accepts MIG and TIG welding without special preheat under most conditions. It is suitable for both one-off repair jobs and short-run production work where tight dimensional control is needed. The 24 by 8 by 1 inch size makes it a practical starting blank for brackets, plates, and mounting hardware.

Key Features

• AISI Type C1018 low carbon steel for consistent machinability and weldability
• Tight thickness and square tolerance of plus or minus 0.001 inches for precision fabrication
• Width tolerance held to plus 0.000 to 0.005 inches
• Length tolerance of plus 0.625 inches provides usable overrun for cut-to-length work
• 54.4 pound bar suitable for heavy-duty structural and fabrication applications
• Single-piece minimum order quantity for low-volume and one-off job needs

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose raw material flat bar for use in fabrication, machining, and structural applications where AISI C1018 low carbon steel meets material specification requirements.

Installation Notes

Cutting, drilling, and welding should be performed by qualified metalworkers or trade professionals using appropriate tooling and personal protective equipment. Secure the bar stock properly before any machining or cutting operation to prevent movement. At 54.4 pounds, use proper lifting technique or mechanical assist to position the bar safely. Follow applicable shop safety standards and local codes when welding or fabricating structural components.