Price range: $16.53 through $43.58
CF-1018 cold finished steel flat bar (3/16″ x 2-1/2″) is manufactured from low-carbon 1018 steel and produced through a cold drawing process that enhances dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and mechanical properties. This material offers improved strength, tighter tolerances, and a smoother finish compared to hot rolled steel. The 3/16 inch thickness and 2-1/2 inch width provide a versatile profile suitable for precision fabrication, machining, and general industrial applications.
Applications:
CF-1018 cold finished steel flat bar is commonly used in precision, structural, and fabrication applications, including:
• Machined parts and precision components
• Brackets, supports, and structural assemblies
• Shafts, spacers, and hardware components
• Equipment and machinery fabrication
• Automotive and industrial repair work
• General metalworking and manufacturing applications
Advantages:
• Improved surface finish: Smooth surface reduces need for additional processing
• Better dimensional accuracy: Tighter tolerances than hot rolled steel
• Enhanced strength: Cold finishing increases tensile strength
• Good machinability: 1018 steel is well-suited for cutting and machining
• Versatile use: Suitable for both structural and precision applications
Summary:
The 3/16″ x 2-1/2″ CF-1018 cold finished steel flat bar is a strong, precise, and machinable material designed for applications requiring better finish and tighter tolerances than hot rolled steel. Its combination of strength, accuracy, and workability 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:
