Value Collection .188X01.0X72 1018 Cold Finished Steel Bar

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION .188X01.0X72 is a 1018 cold finished steel flat bar measuring 0.188 inches thick, 1 inch wide, and 72 inches long. Cold finishing produces tighter dimensional tolerances and a smoother surface than hot rolled stock, making this bar suitable for machining, fabrication, and general structural work. At 3.86 pounds per bar, the piece is easy to handle solo. Tradespeople and fabricators working in HVAC mounting systems, plumbing support structures, electrical enclosure fabrication, and light structural applications will find this bar a practical stock material for brackets, straps, and custom hardware.

This flat bar is appropriate for both shop fabrication and field use wherever a mild steel bar stock is required. Its 6-foot length works well for cutting multiple shorter pieces on a horizontal band saw or chop saw. The 1018 material specification indicates low-carbon steel, which responds well to welding, drilling, tapping, and bending without requiring pre-heat in most shop conditions. Typical users include HVAC sheet metal fabricators, plumbing contractors fabricating hangers and supports, and electrical contractors building custom enclosure components or equipment pads.

Key Features

• 1018 low-carbon steel specification — welds, drills, and taps without special preparation in most applications
• Cold finished process delivers tighter dimensional tolerances and smoother surface finish than hot rolled alternatives
• 0.188 inches thick by 1 inch wide cross section suits bracket, strap, and light structural uses
• 72-inch length allows multiple cuts from a single bar, reducing waste
• 3.86 pounds per bar — manageable for single-person handling and transport

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose 1018 cold finished steel flat bar suited for fabrication, welding, and mechanical applications requiring mild low-carbon steel stock in a 3/16-inch by 1-inch cross section.

Installation Notes

Cut using a horizontal band saw, cold saw, or abrasive chop saw rated for steel stock. Deburr all cut edges before handling or installation. When welding, follow standard MIG or stick procedures appropriate for low-carbon steel. Eye protection, gloves, and proper ventilation are required during cutting, grinding, and welding operations.