Value Collection .25X01.25X72 1018 Cold Finished Steel Flat Bar

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION .25X01.25X72 is a 1018 cold finished steel flat bar measuring 0.25 inches thick, 1.25 inches wide, and 72 inches long. Cold finishing produces tighter dimensional tolerances and a smoother surface finish compared to hot rolled bar stock, making this bar well suited for applications that require consistent cross-section and close-tolerance fits. The 1018 grade is a low-carbon steel known for good machinability, weldability, and moderate strength. This bar is commonly cut, drilled, welded, or fabricated on-site by machinists, millwrights, fabricators, and maintenance tradespeople working in industrial, commercial, or mechanical service settings.

This flat bar is appropriate for general structural fabrication, brackets, supports, frames, straps, and similar components where a machinable, weldable mild steel is specified. At 6 feet in length, a single bar provides enough stock for most bench fabrication tasks without requiring additional splicing. Its cold finished surface is ready for layout and machining without additional surface prep in most shop environments.

Key Features

• 1018 low-carbon steel grade — good machinability and weldability
• Cold finished process delivers tighter dimensional tolerances than hot rolled bar
• Smooth surface finish suitable for layout, machining, and finishing operations
• Full 72-inch length (6 feet) provides ample stock for fabrication tasks
• 0.25 inches thick by 1.25 inches wide cross-section for bracket and strap applications

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose 1018 cold finished steel flat bar for use in fabrication, maintenance, and repair applications where low-carbon mild steel flat stock is specified.

Installation Notes

Cutting, drilling, and welding should be performed by qualified tradespeople using appropriate personal protective equipment and tooling rated for steel stock. Deburr all cut edges before handling or fitting. When welding, follow applicable AWS standards for mild steel. Store flat bar stock horizontally on proper rack supports to prevent warping.