Hot Rolled Steel Flat Bar - 2 Inch X 1 Inch
A36 Hot Rolled Steel Flat Bar - 2" x 1"
This 2" x 1" A36 Hot Rolled Steel Flat Bar provides a cost-effective combination of strength and versatility. Manufactured to ASTM A36 standards, it has a minimum yield strength of 36,000 PSI and excellent weldability, making it ideal for structural applications and general fabrication. In stock Los Angeles.
- A36 Steel Construction
- ASTM A36 Certified
- 58,000-80,000 PSI Tensile Strength
- Excellent Weldability
A36 hot rolled steel is a low-carbon structural steel with excellent formability and weldability. Formed at high temperatures, this flat bar has a characteristic blue-grey mill scale finish and slightly rounded edges. It fully conforms to ASTM A36 specifications, guaranteeing a minimum yield strength of 36,000 PSI, making it a reliable and economical choice for a wide range of structural uses.
As a medium-sized bar, this 2" x 1" dimension is perfectly suited for structural bracing, supports for machinery, wear strips on equipment, trailer frame components, and heavy-duty brackets where substantial strength and rigidity are required.
Specifications
- Material: A36 Hot Rolled Steel
- Standards: ASTM A36
- Strength/Tensile: 58,000-80,000 PSI
- Dimensions: 2" Width x 1" Thickness x 240" Length
- Finish: Hot Rolled (Mill Scale)
- Certifications: MTR Available
Applications
- Structural Fabrication: Brackets, gussets, and support braces - Excellent strength-to-weight ratio and weldability.
- Industrial Equipment: Machinery base plates and frames - Provides a strong, stable foundation that is easy to drill and weld.
- Transportation: Trailer frame cross-members and chassis components - High durability and resistance to deformation under load.
- General Repair: Reinforcement sections and patches - Cost-effective and readily available for maintenance tasks.
Target Users
Structural steel fabricators, welders, machinists, and maintenance personnel rely on A36 flat bar for its strength, weldability, and value in construction and industrial projects throughout the Los Angeles area.
Finish Options
This product comes standard with a hot rolled (HR) mill finish, which includes a blue-grey, scaly surface. This scale must be removed before painting or coating. For specific project requirements, other finishes such as pickled & oiled or blasted may be available via special order. Contact our Los Angeles sales team for custom finish inquiries.
How to Measure
Flat bar is measured by its Width (A) and Thickness (B). The width is the larger dimension of the rectangular cross-section.
Example: To order this flat bar, specify "A36 Hot Rolled Flat Bar, 2" wide by 1" thick x 240" length".
Order Checklist
- Product name and required dimensions (2" x 1" x 240")
- 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 Inch X 1 Inch
- Material
- A36 Hot Rolled Steel
- Standards
- ASTM A36
- Key Properties
- 36,000 PSI yield, excellent weldability, good formability
- Primary Applications
- Structural bracing, base plates, trailer frames
- 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" x 1" x 240" size is available for immediate pickup in Los Angeles.
Custom cutting services available.
Contact for Sizing