Steel M1044-Hot Rolled Flat Bar 1-1/2" x 1/4" Price

About M1044|Modified 1044 steel. The 'M' prefix typically indicates a chemistry modification, often for improved machinability or to meet a specific customer spec. Carbon content around 0.44%. Properties similar to 1045 with whatever modification the manufacturer applied. Not a standard AISI grade. If you're quoting work in M1044, ask for the actual chemical analysis or reference the customer's material specification. Compare to 1045 (standard grade) and 1141 (resulfurized version for better machinability).

About Flat Bar|Rectangular solid stock used for brackets, fixtures, machine bases, and any part where you need a wide, flat starting profile. It's common in both machining and structural fabrication.