Will hot rolled steel bars be rust-free?
No, hot rolled bars will not be rust-free as they are produced in a raw state and no additional process (e.g., oil, paint, prime, galvanize) is applied to prevent rust. New hot rolled steel products arriving directly from the mill may have a layer of surface rust just from the condensation of the tarp during transport. If your final product requires a primed or painted finish, you should plan to have the material sand blasted or cleaned in some manner prior to painting to ensure proper adhesion.
What is the difference between Merchant Bar Quality (MBQ) and Special Bar Quality (SBQ) hot rolled steel?
MBQ steel refers to hot rolled steel that may be used in angles and beams when non-critical applications are needed MBQ steel is most commonly used in structural applications involving welding, bending, and forming. SBQ hot rolled steel relates to a specialized bar where the end use requires a smoother surface or fewer imperfections. SBQ steel bar applications may include gears, axles, and transmissions for the automotive, agricultural, and transportation industries that require a high degree of precision.
What are some typical applications and uses for hot rolled steel bar?
Hot rolled steel bar is a necessary base product for countless forging and machining applications. Hot rolled bar can be used to manufacture automotive components like bolts, fittings, gears, shafts, and pistons. It also serves many purposes outside this sector, with structural advantages in construction projects and various infrastructure purposes such as railroads and shipbuilding.
What kind of straightness can you expect from hot rolled steel bars?
The standard mill straightness tolerance for hot rolled steel bar stock is 1/4" over any 5 feet. Example: Your piece of hot rolled steel bar is 78" in length. Straightness = .33" Example: Your piece is 217". Straightness = .90" Straightness is measured by placing the bar on a flat surface and then measuring the highest distance to the bottom of the flat. Bar stock can be ordered off the mill with a special straightness for an additional cost. These will be half the standard tolerance or 1/8" in any 5 feet.
What is the going price for hot rolled bar?
Like all other steel products, hot rolled bar is a commodity, and pricing for this material varies by size, grade, and quantity you buy. Furthermore, the pricing for hot rolled bar can have daily fluctuations. To get the most competitive market pricing for your quote you should speak with one of the knowledgeable members of our sales team. The more information you can give them about your requirements the more accurate your quote will be.
Which region or regions does ECONSTEEL service?
By maintaining an independent delivery fleet and two separate distribution centers in Erie, PA, and Warren, OH, ECONSTEEL provides full supply and delivery services to Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York customers. Upon request, ECONSTEEL can also offer steel distribution and support for accounts located throughout the remainder of the United States as well as Canada, Mexico, and some global locations.
