Starrett 57254 Low Carbon Steel Flat Stock 24x7x0.75 in

Product Description

The STARRETT 57254 is a low carbon steel flat stock bar conforming to AISI Type C1018 material specification. It measures 24 inches long, 7 inches wide, and 0.75 inches thick, and weighs 35.7 pounds. This flat stock is machined and held to tight tolerances, making it suitable for precision fabrication, tooling, fixturing, and general metalworking applications. The C1018 designation identifies a mild, low carbon steel grade known for good machinability, weldability, and moderate strength. Machinists, fabricators, and maintenance technicians working in industrial, HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical contracting trades use flat stock like this for brackets, supports, bases, and custom fabricated components.

This flat stock is suited for job-shop fabrication, field service fabrication, and maintenance-repair-operations (MRO) environments. Its generous 24-inch length and 7-inch width provide sufficient material for cutting down to custom sizes on a bandsaw, cold saw, or milling machine. The 0.75-inch thickness supports structural bracket and support plate applications where mild steel strength is adequate. The piece ships as a single unit with no minimum order beyond one piece.

Key Features

• AISI Type C1018 low carbon steel for reliable machinability and weldability
• Length tolerance of plus 0.625 inches allows for squaring cuts without undersized finished parts
• Width tolerance of plus 0.000 to 0.005 inches for consistent fit in close-clearance applications
• Thickness and square tolerance of plus or minus 0.001 inches for precision flatness
• Single-piece packaging with no multi-piece minimum order requirement

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose C1018 low carbon steel flat stock suitable for fabrication, fixturing, and structural support applications in mechanical and industrial trades.

Installation Notes

Cutting and machining operations should be performed with appropriate personal protective equipment including eye protection and gloves. Secure the workpiece firmly in a vise or fixture before cutting or drilling. Use cutting fluids appropriate for mild steel when machining to extend tool life and improve surface finish. Verify all finished dimensions against project requirements before welding or assembly.