Value Collection BB04.0X12 1018 Steel Round Rod 4x12 in

Product Description

The VALUE COLLECTION BB04.0X12 is a 1018 low carbon steel round rod measuring 4 inches in diameter and 12 inches in length. It is produced with a cold finish mill treatment, which delivers consistent surface quality and close dimensional tolerance across the stock. This rod is a general-purpose bar stock used in fabrication, machining, and structural applications. Machinists, welders, and fabricators in industrial, commercial, and trade settings work with this material to produce shafts, pins, couplings, and other turned or milled components. At 43.94 pounds, the rod is sized for bench or lathe work requiring substantial cross-section stock.

This round rod is suited for machine shops, maintenance and repair operations, and fabrication yards handling light to moderate structural work. The 1018 grade offers good machinability and weldability, making it a practical choice for components that do not require high hardness or heat treatment beyond mill condition. It is commonly used in general-purpose parts where tight dimensional control and a clean surface finish are required from raw stock.

Key Features

• 1018 low carbon steel grade — good machinability and weldability
• Cold finish surface treatment for consistent dimensional tolerance
• 4 inch diameter provides substantial cross-section for turned or milled parts
• 12 inch length suitable for single-piece component blanks
• Mill heat treatment condition — no additional heat treatment applied
• Weighs 43.94 pounds — appropriate for bench or lathe staging

Compatibility

Designed as a standard 1018 low carbon steel round bar blank compatible with conventional lathe, mill, and fabrication operations requiring 4 inch diameter cold-finish stock.

Installation Notes

This bar stock is handled and machined by qualified fabricators or machinists using appropriate cutting, turning, or welding equipment. Secure the rod properly in a lathe chuck or vise before any machining operation to prevent movement under load. Use appropriate personal protective equipment when cutting or grinding. Follow applicable shop safety standards and material handling guidelines when moving stock of this weight.