Hot Rolled Steel Flat Bar - 2-5/8 Inch X 1/8 Inch
A36 Hot Rolled Steel Flat Bar - 2-5/8" x 1/8"
This 2-5/8" x 1/8" A36 Hot Rolled Steel Flat Bar is a versatile structural material certified to ASTM A36 standards. Featuring a minimum 36,000 PSI yield strength and excellent weldability, it's ideal for frames, braces, and general fabrication projects. In stock Los Angeles.
- A36 Carbon Steel Construction
- ASTM A36 Certified
- 58,000 PSI Tensile Strength
- Excellent Weldability
A36 Hot Rolled Steel is a low-carbon structural steel produced to ASTM A36 standards. The hot rolling process, performed at elevated temperatures, results in a material with a distinctive scaly, blue-grey mill finish and slightly rounded edges. This process makes the steel easy to form and weld, providing a minimum yield strength of 36,000 PSI for reliable structural performance without requiring pre or post-heating for welding.
As a medium-width bar, this 2-5/8" x 1/8" size is exceptionally versatile. It is commonly used for structural bracing in building frames, wear strips on industrial equipment, base plates for machinery, and durable machine ways. Its balance of strength, cost, and workability makes it a staple for general fabrication and repair.
Specifications
- Material: A36 Hot Rolled Steel
- Standards: ASTM A36
- Strength/Tensile: 58,000 - 80,000 PSI
- Dimensions: 2-5/8" Width x 1/8" Thickness x 240" Length
- Finish: Hot Rolled (Mill Finish)
- Certifications: MTR Available
Applications
- Structural Fabrication: Braces, gussets, and supports - Excellent strength-to-weight for reinforcing joints.
- Industrial Machinery: Wear strips and mounting plates - Durable and easily drilled for custom components.
- General Repair: Reinforcement patches and brackets - Cost-effective and readily weldable for equipment maintenance.
- Architectural & Ornamental: Gate frames and supports - Strong and formable for functional and decorative ironwork.
Target Users
Fabricators, welders, maintenance technicians, and construction crews rely on A36 flat bar for its strength and versatility in projects throughout the Los Angeles area.
Finish Options
This product comes standard with a hot rolled mill finish, characterized by a blue-grey, scaly surface. This scale must be removed by grinding, sandblasting, or pickling before painting, powder coating, or galvanizing. Left unfinished, it will rust. Contact our Los Angeles sales team for custom finish inquiries.
How to Measure
Flat bar is measured by its Width (the wider flat dimension) and its Thickness (the narrower dimension). Use a tape measure or calipers for accuracy.
Example: To order this flat bar, specify "A36 Flat Bar, 2-5/8 inch by 1/8 inch by 240 inch length".
Order Checklist
- Product name and required dimensions (2-5/8" x 1/8")
- Material specification and quantity
- Confirm grade (A36) meets requirements
- Surface finish requirements (Hot Rolled)
- Certifications required (Mill Test Report)
- Special handling or delivery requirements
Quick Facts
- Product
- Hot Rolled Steel Flat Bar - 2-5/8 Inch X 1/8 Inch
- Material
- A36 Hot Rolled Steel
- Standards
- ASTM A36
- Key Properties
- 58,000 PSI tensile, excellent weldability, good formability
- Primary Applications
- Structural bracing, machine ways, general fabrication
- Location
- Los Angeles warehouse - Same-day pickup available
Available Sizes
We stock A36 Hot Rolled Flat Bar in widths from 1/2" to 12" and thicknesses from 1/8" to 2". This 2-5/8" x 1/8" x 240" size is available for immediate pickup in Los Angeles.
Custom cutting services available.
Contact for Sizing