12L14 CFQ Steel Bar

12L14 is a commonly used resulfurized, rephosphorized, cold-rolled carbon steel grade known for its high strength, smooth surface finish, and excellent machinability in machining applications, which is why it’s sometimes referred to as a “machine-grade” steel. 12L14 may be alloyed with Tellurium or Selenium to further improve its machinability, depending on application requirements. Welding is not recommended.

Mechanical properties of this grade vary based on shape and size. King Steel carries this grade in rounds, squares, hexes, octagons, and flats in sizes ranging from .250” to 15” (diameter). Contact King Steel today to place an order or for additional specs.

Common Applications:

  • Hydraulic Hose Fittings
  • Pipe Couplings
  • Bolts, Studs, & Other Fasteners
  • Bushings
  • Spindles
  • Inserts
Chemical Properties
Carbon 0.15 (max.)
Manganese 0.15-1.15
Phosphorus 0.04-0.09
Sulfur 0.26-0.35
Lead 0.15-0.35

Shapes & Sizes Available

  • Rounds
  • Square
  • Round Corner Square
  • Hex
  • Octagon
  • Flats
  • Round Edge Overall Flats

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Process Services

King Steel offers a variety of value-added services to improve your workflow and quality control. Our processing capabilities include:

  • Turn and Polish
  • Cold Drawing
  • Annealing
  • Chamfering
  • Grinding
  • Quench and Temper
  • Heat Treated
  • Machine Straightening
  • Precision Saw Cutting
  • Custom Shapes
  • Shot Blast
  • Eddy Current Testing
  • Turn, Ground & Polished
  • Cold Drawn, & Polished
  • Straighten & Cut
  • Ultrasonic Testing
  • Pickle & Oil
  • Stress Relieve
  • Normalize
  • Case Hardening

Learn more about our processing capabilities.

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