Mild Steel Flat Bars

Flat Bar Applications

The appropriate thickness of mild steel flat bars depends on the specific application and the amount of load or stress they will be subjected to. Here's a general guideline for the thicknesses you might need for different use cases:

3mm - 6mm

• Fabrication - Creating supports, brackets and frames.
• Automotive - Used for making chassis components, brackets, supports, and body panels. Thicker sections may be used for heavy-duty applications.
• Furniture - They can be utilised in furniture making for constructing frames, supports, and structural elements. Thicker sections may be used for heavier furniture pieces.
• DIY Projects: Mild steel flat bars are popular among DIY enthusiasts for creating shelves, brackets, furniture, and decorative items.
• Handrails and Balustrades: They are often used in the construction of handrails and balustrades for stairs, balconies, and walkways, with thicker sections used for higher load-bearing requirements.

6mm - 12mm

• Construction: Mild steel flat bars are frequently used in construction projects for structural support, framing, and reinforcement. The thickness should depend on the load-bearing requirements of the structure.
• Machinery: In machinery manufacturing, flat bars can be used for creating parts, supports, and structural components.
• Toolmaking: They are suitable for making various tools and implements due to their strength and ease of machining.

12mm - 20mm

• Transportation Equipment: In the transportation sector, particularly for commercial vehicles, trailers, or agricultural machinery, thicker mild steel flat bars can be used to construct components like chassis frames, trailer beds, or load-bearing structures that require high strength and resilience.
• Heavy-Duty Equipment Supports: In industrial settings, such as factories or warehouses, where heavy equipment or machinery is installed, 20mm thicker mild steel flat bars can be employed as supports, mounting brackets, or base plates to provide stability and withstand substantial loads.
• Security Barriers and Gates: For security purposes, such as perimeter fencing, security barriers, or gates in high-security facilities, mild steel flat bars with a higher thickness can be used to create robust and durable barriers that offer enhanced protection.

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