Because the amount of necessary stock can vary, it's best to give your finished dimensions to your ECONSTEEL team and let them know what your finish requirements are. We will then ensure you receive parts you can use. Please keep in mind that, whenever a steel plate is burned, there will be a Heat-Affected Zone (HAZ). With some steel plates, this may only be about 1/16" per side; however, on heavier plates (+6"), this could be as much as 1/8" per side (1/4" overall). Over large-scale projects with exceptional volume, these small increments can add up. The heat-affected zone on flame cut steel will display small cracks, affected chemistry, and altered physical properties that can impact the final performance of the product. If you need a clean finish or the edges are subject to wear, you will want to clean up beyond the HAZ. In addition, you need to consider the burn tolerance, which will be larger the thicker the plate is.