3/16″ CF-1018 Steel Square Bar

3/16″ CF-1018 Steel Square Bar

Price range: $7.25 through $88.50

DESCRIPTION

3/16″ CF-1018 Steel Square Bar

(Value Pack of 9 pcs at 4ft long)

A “CF steel square bar” refers to a square-shaped steel bar that is “cold finished,” meaning it has been processed through cold drawing, turning, or grinding after initial hot rolling, resulting in a smoother surface, tighter tolerances, and improved machinability compared to a standard hot rolled bar; “CF” is the abbreviation for “cold finished” in this context.

Key points about CF steel square bars:

  • Material type: Typically made from low carbon steel, often specified as “1018” grade.
  • Benefits: Excellent for applications requiring precise dimensions, good surface finish, and high machinability.

Uses:

  • Construction applications: Building frames, support columns, structural bracing, handrails, fencing posts, and building reinforcement.
  • Machinery components: Shafts, axles, levers, linkage components, and machine bases.
  • Tooling and dies: Die blocks, punch holders, and tooling fixtures.
  • Automotive industry: Suspension components, chassis parts, and structural reinforcement.
  • Oil and gas industry: Pipeline components, rig equipment, and platform structures.
  • Agriculture equipment: Implement components, frame parts, and attachments.

Important points about CF steel square bars:

  1. Cold finishing process:

This process involves cold drawing or turning the hot-rolled steel bar, which improves surface finish, dimensional accuracy, and mechanical properties.

  1. High strength and stiffness:

The square shape provides excellent strength and stiffness, especially when resisting bending forces.

  1. Versatility:

CF steel square bars can be readily cut, welded, drilled, and machined to fit specific application requirements.

* 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:

  • Length: +0.125″ / -0.062″
  • During the cutting process, the saw blade removes approximately 1/16″ (kerf) of material. This is a normal part of the manufacturing process and is already included within the stated cutting tolerances.