CARBON STEEL

 SAE 1020

AISI 1020 steel is characterized by its low hardenability and tensile strength, featuring nominal composition with 0.22% carbon (C) and 0.55% manganese (Mn). This steel exhibits outstanding weldability, favorable machinability, and notable ductility

It is frequently employed in the fabrication of axles, shafts, and various mechanical components, owing to its favorable attributes of weldability and machinability.

SAE 1030

AISI 1030 is a high-carbon steel containing approximately 0.30% carbon that can be hardened by heat treatment to a maximum hardness of approximately Rockwell C 50. Soft annealed high carbon steel is intended for applications requiring moderate forming, while soft spheroidized annealed product is intended for applications requiring maximum cold forming. The soft spheroidized annealed product is processed to give the lowest hardness for maximum formability. This grade of steel is used for machinery parts, brackets, brakes, clips, clutches, springs, washers and for a wide range of applications that can make use of its good combination of mechanical properties.

Chemical Composition

SAE 1045

“AISI 1045, classified as medium carbon steel, exhibits advantageous characteristics such as excellent weldability, favorable machinability, and notable strength and impact properties, whether in a normalized or hot forged state.

Chemical Composition:

Carbon (C): 0.43-0.50

Manganese (Mn): 0.60-0.90

Phosphorous (P): ≤0.040

Sulfur (S): ≤0.050

AISI 1045 carbon steel demonstrates limited through-hardening capability, making it suitable for tempering and through-hardening processes. Nevertheless, it can be effectively induction hardened while in the normalized or hot forged state, achieving surface hardness within the range of Rc 54 to Rc 60.

It is important to note that AISI 1045 carbon steel lacks the necessary alloying elements, rendering it unresponsive to the nitriding process.”

SAE 1050

“The steel grade 1050 is classified as a medium-carbon steel, possessing moderate levels of tensile strength and toughness. It conforms to the standards established by ASTM A510/A510M, ASTM A713/A713M, SAE J403, and other relevant regulatory specifications.

Steel grade 1050 finds extensive application in the production of forged components, including shafts, gears, axles, bandages, shares, screws, sickles, knives, axes, hammers, as well as in the manufacture of unloaded springs and coil springs.”

SAE 1060

SAE 1060 steel grade is a a high-quality carbon structural steel with many desirable properties and uses. It has excellent machinability and heat treatment properties, as well as excellent corrosion resistance and physical properties. Let’s take a closer look at what makes 1060 steel so special and how it can be used.

The chemical composition of 1060 steel consists of 0.55 to 0.64 percent carbon, 0.30 to 0.90 percent manganese, 0.04 to 0.35 percent silicon, and up to 0.50 percent copper, with the balance being iron (Fe). This combination of elements gives this steel grade a unique set of characteristics that make it suitable for various uses in industries ranging from automotive to construction, aerospace, and more.

The chemical properties of 1060 steel make it an ideal choice for applications requiring superior corrosion resistance and wear resistance due to its high chromium content (up to 1%). Additionally, its low carbon content makes it ideal for welding applications because it will not harden during cooling after welding as higher carbon steels do.

AISI 1060 steel is an incredibly versatile option when it comes to industrial applications. Its strong, low-cost, and easy to form characteristics make it a perfect material for large-scale projects requiring tensile strength and extreme durability. It is applicable in just about any industry where contact with chemical agents, extreme weather conditions, or regular wear and tear occurs, such as construction, construction machinery, automobile manufacturing, electronics and more. 1060 steel also offers excellent corrosion resistance, which allows it to be used alongside public utilities like water mains and energy transmission systems. Given its low carbon content and impressive physical properties, there is almost no limit to what 1060 steel can be used in– making it an ideal material for countless industrial tasks.

SAE 1090

“AISI 1090 stands as a high-carbon steel renowned for its commendable attributes of wear resistance and toughness. This alloy finds its optimal utility in scenarios necessitating precise heat treatment procedures.

Furthermore, AISI 1090 distinguishes itself as an alloy steel marked by a pronounced resistance to corrosion, attributed to its distinctive amalgamation of chemical constituents. This particular composition is notably esteemed for its capacity to withstand rust, rendering it particularly well-suited for applications within the construction industry and other outdoor settings exposed to moisture and humid environments.

Moreover, due to its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, AISI 1090 enjoys widespread adoption in the realm of automotive engineering, prominently contributing to the manufacturing of vital components such as sprockets, wheels, crankshafts, and automotive parts. Its rust-resistant properties also extend their utility to sectors such as oil drilling rig construction and general mechanical component production across diverse industrial sectors.”