Value Collection BB04.0X03.0 Steel Round Rod 4x3 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION BB04.0X03.0 is a 1018 low carbon steel round rod measuring 4 inches in diameter and 3 inches in length. Produced with a cold finish and supplied in mill condition, this rod delivers consistent dimensional accuracy and a smooth surface suitable for machining, fabrication, and general metalworking applications. At 12.5 pounds, the piece offers substantial mass for its compact size. The cold finish process improves surface quality and tightens dimensional tolerances compared to hot-rolled alternatives, making it a reliable choice for parts that require close-tolerance turning, drilling, or milling.

This round rod is used in industrial and commercial fabrication settings where short, large-diameter steel stock is needed for shafts, bushings, spacers, fixture components, and similar turned parts. Machinists, tool and die makers, maintenance technicians, and general fabricators work with this type of stock on manual lathes, CNC turning centers, and milling machines. The 1018 grade is widely specified for low-stress structural parts and components that require good weldability and moderate machinability without the added cost of higher-alloy steels.

Key Features

• 1018 low carbon steel grade — good weldability and moderate machinability
• Cold finish surface for tighter dimensional tolerances and improved surface condition
• 4 inches diameter by 3 inches length — short-cut stock ready for turning or facing
• Mill heat treatment condition — no additional heat treatment applied
• 12.5 pounds — solid mass suitable for heavy stock removal operations
• UNSPSC Code 30102404 for procurement and catalog classification

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose cold-finish round bar stock suitable for use in manual and CNC lathe operations, milling, drilling, and welding fabrication applications requiring 1018 low carbon steel in short-length, large-diameter form.

Installation Notes

Secure the workpiece firmly in a lathe chuck or between centers before machining; verify chuck capacity is rated for 4-inch diameter stock. Wear appropriate PPE including safety glasses and gloves when handling and cutting steel bar stock. Follow applicable shop safety standards and machine manufacturer guidelines for feed rates and tooling selection. Welding of 1018 steel should comply with applicable AWS standards and be performed by qualified personnel.