Value Collection 3.0x03.0X06 1018 Steel Square Bar

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION 3.0x03.0X06 is a solid 1018 steel square bar measuring 3 inches by 3 inches in cross-section and 6 inches in length. This grade of low-carbon steel is widely used in machine shops, fabrication environments, and maintenance operations where weldability, machinability, and moderate strength are required. At 16 pounds, this is a dense, full-section bar suited for fixture building, tooling blanks, shaft stock, or general structural applications. It ships as a single piece and is ready for cutting, drilling, or welding without additional processing.

This square bar is a standard stock shape used across general manufacturing, industrial maintenance, and metal fabrication settings. It is appropriate for both light structural builds and precision machined components where tight tolerances are achievable from a known-grade material. Machinists, fabricators, and maintenance technicians commonly work with 1018 stock for keyway blanks, bases, stops, and custom fixtures. The 6-inch length suits short-run parts or prototype work without significant material waste.

Key Features

• 1018 low-carbon steel grade for consistent machinability and weldability
• 3 inches by 3 inches square cross-section with 6 inches overall length
• Solid bar stock construction with no hollow core or seams
• 16-pound weight confirms full-density material with no voids
• Single-piece quantity for low-volume or prototype sourcing

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose raw stock shape suitable for machining, welding, and fabrication applications requiring 1018 low-carbon steel square bar.

Installation Notes

Cutting, drilling, or machining operations should be performed with tooling rated for mild steel stock. Secure the bar firmly in a vise or fixture before any cutting or drilling to prevent movement. When welding, follow standard procedures for low-carbon steel and allow adequate cooling time to maintain material integrity. Consult applicable shop safety standards and local codes when incorporating raw steel stock into structural assemblies.