Why Buyers Switch to Anchor Metals
Most metals distributors still make you call for a quote. We put every product online with transparent pricing, shipping included, and no minimum order. 2,800+ aluminum, stainless steel, brass, and copper products, typically shipped from Southern California in 2–3 business days.
What sets us apart
Transparent, Fixed Pricing
Every product shows its price — no login, no "call for quote." One fixed price per item, shipping included, no surcharges or order minimums.
Shipping INCLUDED on Every Order
Shipping is baked into every price. No freight charges, no zone surcharges, no surprise fees. The price on the page already includes shipping.
No Minimum Order
Buy a single piece or a full skid. No minimums, no surcharges, no small-order penalties.
Custom Cut-to-Size
Configure exact dimensions with instant pricing — no quote wait. Sheet and plate (width × length), bar and tube (length). Standard tolerance +0.125″/−0.000″.
Mill Test Reports Available
Paper Mill Test Reports ship with every order. Need a digital copy? Request an e-MTR from your order lookup page or account portal — we forward the supplier’s original cert to your email.
Ships in 2–3 Business Days
Ready-to-ship products ship from Southern California within 2–3 business days. Live product availability on every product page.
Sourced from US Distributors
All materials sourced from authorized US distributors. Certifications published on every product. Paper Mill Test Reports included with every shipment.
No Marketplace Commission
No marketplace. No 18% commission fee. No middleman markup. We’re a direct-to-buyer metals store with a lean cost structure.
Anchor Metals vs. The Status Quo
Most metals distributors still require phone calls, account applications, and minimum orders. Here’s what changes when you switch.
Anchor Metals
Traditional Distributor
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an account to order from Anchor Metals?
No. Guest checkout is fully supported. You can create an account to track orders and save addresses, but it's not required to buy.
How does Anchor Metals offer free shipping?
We bake a blended freight cost into our per-unit pricing, so there's no separate shipping charge added at checkout. It's simpler for you and means no surprise freight fees.
What metals does Anchor Metals carry?
Aluminum, stainless steel, brass, and copper in sheet, plate, bar, rod, tube, pipe, angle, channel, beam, tee, flat bar, hex bar, square tube, rectangular tube, round tube, and square bar forms. Over 2,800 products from US distributors.
Can I get a custom cut?
Yes. Our cut-to-size configurator lets you specify exact dimensions with tolerance controls. Pricing updates in real-time. Sheet and plate support width × length cuts. Bar, rod, and tube support length cuts.
How do I request a Mill Test Report (MTR)?
Paper MTRs ship with every order automatically. For a digital copy, request an e-MTR from the order lookup page (guests) or your account portal (account holders). We’ll forward the supplier’s original cert to your email.
What if my order is large or oversize?
Larger or oversize orders ship by LTL freight with the cost included in your price. The very largest orders are routed to our quote system — you'll receive a quote within 1 business day with competitive freight pricing.
See the price. Click buy. Done.
No account needed. No minimum order. Shipping included on every order.