AISI 1030 Carbon Steel
1030 steel, also known as AISI 1030 steel, is a medium carbon steel renowned for its excellent balance of strength, toughness, and superior machinability. This versatile material is widely used across various industries for applications requiring moderate strength and exceptional weldability.
Chemical Composition:
·Carbon (C): 0.28% - 0.34%
·Manganese (Mn): 0.60% - 0.90%
·Phosphorus (P): Max 0.040%
·Sulfur (S): Max 0.050%
Physical Properties :
·Density: 7.85 g/cm³ (0.284 lb/in³)
·Melting Point: Approximately 1526°C (2779°F)
·Elastic Modulus: 190-210 GPa (27557-30458 ksi)
·Tensile Strength: 440 MPa (63800 psi)
·Yield Strength: 370 MPa (53700 psi)
·Elongation at Break: 15% - 20%
·Hardness (Brinell): 126 HB
Applications :
·Machinery Components : With its moderate strength and outstanding machinability, 1030 steel is ideal for manufacturing shafts, gears, and various machine parts.
·Automotive Parts: Widely used in automotive applications for manufacturing critical components like axles, crankshafts, and steering parts.
·Construction : Extensively employed in the construction industry for fabricating structural components, frames, and fasteners requiring reliable moderate strength.
·General Engineering : Versatile and widely utilized in various general engineering applications including tools, dies, and general-purpose machinery components.
·Fasteners : Frequently used in the production of bolts, nuts, and other fasteners due to its superior weldability and moderate strength.
Machinability :
·Exhibits excellent machinability, facilitating ease of machining operations such as drilling, turning, milling, and grinding.
Weldability :
·Can be welded using common welding methods such as gas metal arc welding (GMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW).
Standards :
·Classified under the esteemed American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) designated system.
·Conforms to the high standards of ASTM A29/A29M specification for steel bars, carbon, and alloy, hot-wrought.
Unwavering Quality Assurance :
·Crafted under rigorous quality control measures to ensure uniform chemical composition, mechanical excellence, and precise dimensions.
·Undergoes comprehensive testing and inspection during production to consistently meet industry standards and exceed customer expectations.
Precision Heat Treatment :
·Typically provided in a normalized or annealed state. Heat treatment options include annealing, normalizing, quenching, and tempering to tailor mechanical properties to specific needs.
Superior Surface Treatment :
·Surface enhancements such as blackening, painting, or coating can be applied to boost corrosion resistance and elevate aesthetic appeal.
Environmental Stewardship:
·1030 steel is fully recyclable, promoting sustainable manufacturing practices and minimizing environmental impact.