Value Collection .50X03.25X12 Cold Finished Steel Flat Bar

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION .50X03.25X12 is a cold finished 1018 steel flat bar measuring 0.5 inches thick, 3.25 inches wide, and 12 inches long. Cold finishing produces tighter dimensional tolerances and a smoother surface compared to hot rolled steel, making this bar well suited for machining, fabrication, and structural applications where precise sizing matters. The 1018 grade offers good machinability and moderate tensile strength, and it responds well to welding and light forming operations. At 5.68 pounds, this is a solid, ready-to-use stock piece for trade and industrial use.

This flat bar is a common stock shape used in general fabrication shops, mechanical contracting, and maintenance applications. It works well for brackets, supports, frames, reinforcement plates, and custom hardware. The 12-inch length makes it a practical short-stock piece for repair work or custom part fabrication. Machinists, welders, millwrights, and maintenance technicians regularly work with this type of cold finished stock in both light industrial and commercial settings.

Key Features

• 1018 steel grade with good machinability and weldability
• Cold finished surface for tighter tolerances and smoother finish than hot rolled
• Flat bar profile: 0.5 inches thick by 3.25 inches wide by 12 inches long
• Ready-to-machine or fabricate without additional sizing
• Single-piece quantity suitable for repair, prototype, or short-run fabrication

Compatibility

Designed as a standard cold finished 1018 steel flat bar for use in general fabrication, machining, and structural support applications across trade and industrial environments.

Installation Notes

This bar is raw steel stock and requires standard metalworking practices for cutting, drilling, or welding. Use appropriate PPE including eye protection and gloves when cutting or grinding. Deburr all cut edges before handling or fitting. If welding, follow applicable AWS standards for low-carbon steel. Store flat to prevent warping and keep dry to minimize surface rust prior to use.