Price range: $11.55 through $51.73
1018 cold finished steel flat bar (1/4″ x 2-1/2″) is manufactured from low-carbon 1018 mild steel and produced through a cold drawing process that enhances surface finish, dimensional accuracy, and mechanical properties. This precision-grade material features a smooth, scale-free surface with tight tolerances and improved strength compared to hot rolled steel. The 1/4 inch thickness and 2-1/2 inch width make it suitable for machining, fabrication, and structural applications requiring consistency and reliability.
Applications:
1018 CF (cold finished) steel flat bar is commonly used in precision, structural, and industrial applications, including:
• Machined components and precision parts
• Brackets, supports, and structural assemblies
• Base plates and mounting components
• Shafts, spacers, and machine parts
• Fixtures, jigs, and tooling applications
• General fabrication and repair work
Advantages:
• Precision finish: Smooth, scale-free surface reduces machining time
• Tight dimensional tolerances: Improved accuracy over hot rolled steel
• Improved strength: Cold finishing enhances mechanical properties
• Excellent machinability: 1018 steel machines cleanly and consistently
• Versatile use: Suitable for both structural and precision applications
Summary:
The 1/4″ x 2-1/2″ 1018 cold finished steel flat bar is a durable, precise, and machinable material designed for applications requiring accuracy and a high-quality surface finish. Its combination of strength, consistency, and versatility makes it an excellent choice for fabrication, machining, and general industrial use.
* Prices are subject to change without notice due to fluctuations in the metals market. | All “Value Length” and “Value Pack” item measurements are subject to standard mill tolerances. | Products may be manufactured several thousandths of an inch over or under the stated dimensions and still be within acceptable mill tolerances. All bar, tube, structural, pipe, sheet, plate, and similar products sold on our website are custom cut to the lengths and sizes selected by the customer at the time of purchase. These are not stocked as pre-cut items. Because each order is cut specifically to customer specifications, all cut materials are considered custom products and are not eligible for cancellation, return, or exchange once production has begun. Our standard cutting tolerances are:
