Steel Hexagon Bars
| Grade/Alloy | C12L14, 1045, 4140 |
| Length | Between 10' and 14' |
| Diameter | 1/4'' to 3-1/2'' (see page 28) |
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FAQ – Everything You Need to Know About Steel Hexagonal Bars
A steel hexagonal bar is a metal bar with a hexagonal cross-section, meaning it has six flat sides. This particular geometry distinguishes it from round bars and can be advantageous for certain fabrication and machining applications.
Steel hexagonal bars are used to manufacture mechanical parts, machined components, and various elements requiring a six-sided geometry.
The choice of steel grade and dimensions depends primarily on the required mechanical properties, planned machining operations, and project requirements.
The hexagonal shape offers several useful characteristics for fabrication and machining applications.
The main advantages include:
- Six flat sides that facilitate certain machining and assembly operations
- Good mechanical strength depending on the selected grade
- Availability in several steel grades
- Suitable for manufacturing mechanical parts
- Good versatility for custom fabrication projects
- Available in several dimensions
The hexagonal shape can be particularly useful when a part requires flat sides or a specific geometry.
At Groupe David, steel hexagonal bars are available in several grades, namely C12L14, 1045, and 4140. Each steel grade has different characteristics and is suited to specific requirements.
C12L14 Steel
C12L14 is a free-machining steel known for its excellent machinability. It is particularly well suited for applications requiring extensive machining operations.
This grade is commonly used to manufacture turned parts, bushings, inserts, fittings, and other components requiring significant machining.
1045 Steel
1045 is a carbon steel known for its good mechanical strength and versatility. It offers greater mechanical strength than low-carbon steels and is commonly used for various mechanical components.
It can be suitable for manufacturing parts such as shafts, axles, gears, bolts, and other mechanical components.
4140 Steel
4140 is a chromium-molybdenum alloy steel. It is known for its combination of mechanical strength, toughness, wear resistance, and hardenability.
It is commonly used for mechanical components subjected to higher stresses, such as certain shafts, gears, axles, bolts, and other mechanical parts.
The choice of steel grade depends primarily on the required mechanical properties, operating conditions, and manufacturing processes planned for the part.
At Groupe David, steel hexagonal bars are available with the following specifications:
- Lengths: between 10 and 14 feet (≈ 3.05 to 4.27 m)
- Dimensions: from 1/4″ to 3-1/2″ (≈ 6.35 to 88.9 mm)
Available dimensions may vary depending on the selected steel grade.
To view the available dimensions, consult page 28 of our catalogue.
Custom cutting services may also be available according to your project requirements.
Steel hexagonal bars are used in a variety of industrial, mechanical, and manufacturing applications, including:
- Manufacturing of mechanical parts
- Machined components
- Machinery parts
- Manufacturing of shafts and certain mechanical components
- Manufacturing of bolts and components requiring a hexagonal geometry
- Tooling
- Custom fabrication projects
- Industrial applications requiring flat sides
The choice of grade and dimensions should be based on the mechanical requirements and planned manufacturing operations.
The main difference lies in the shape of the bar’s cross-section.
Steel Hexagonal Bar
- Cross-section with six flat sides
- Geometry suited to certain machining and assembly operations
- Well suited for parts requiring flat sides
- Available in several steel grades
Steel Round Bar
- Circular cross-section
- Commonly used for shafts, axles, and cylindrical parts
- Suitable for various turning and machining operations
- Available in a wide range of grades, dimensions, and types, including hot rolled, cold rolled, turned ground and polished, etc.
The choice between a hexagonal bar and a round bar depends primarily on the geometry of the part to be manufactured, the planned machining operations, and the required properties.
The choice of hexagonal bar depends primarily on the application, steel grade, required dimensions, and planned manufacturing operations.
Steel Grade
- C12L14 for applications requiring excellent machinability
- 1045 when increased mechanical strength is required
- 4140 for more demanding mechanical applications requiring a combination of high strength and toughness
Size
The bar size should be selected according to:
- The dimensions of the part to be manufactured
- Design requirements
- Planned machining operations
- Required mechanical properties
Length
Steel hexagonal bars are available in lengths ranging from 10 to 14 feet. Depending on project requirements, cutting services may also be available.
Our team can help you select the steel hexagonal bar best suited to your application.
The price of steel hexagonal bars varies depending on several factors:
- Selected steel grade
- Bar dimensions
- Required length
- Order quantity
- Required cutting services
- Steel market fluctuations
To receive accurate pricing tailored to your project, we recommend requesting a quotation.
Yes. Groupe David offers custom cutting services to meet the requirements of different projects.
Materials can be delivered directly:
- To your job site
- To your workshop
- To your plant
- Or to any other agreed-upon location
Our steel distribution and delivery service serves several areas of Estrie and Montérégie, with logistics tailored to the needs of industrial, manufacturing, and mechanical fabrication projects.
