Steel is an alloy of iron with approximately 1% carbon. Small amounts of other alloying elements like molybdenum and chromium may be added to improve its properties. Steel offers a great balance between cost and functionality since it is easy to machine and weld. It will, however, oxidize over time and therefore needs surface treatments for protection.

Steel is one of the most widely used manufacturing materials and is used in every major industry from construction to automotive. Its cost-effectiveness coupled with some very useful properties makes it a versatile material. Listed below are some of the mild steel variants and high-strength steel variants BatCNC™ offers in CNC machining.