AISI 1050, C45 CS Bar
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Product Description:
Our AISI 1050 and C45 carbon steel bars are designed for applications requiring high strength and wear resistance. AISI 1050 is a medium-carbon steel offering good hardness, strength, and wear resistance, making it suitable for heavy-duty components like shafts, gears, and axles. C45 is a European standard grade that offers excellent machinability and high tensile strength, commonly used in the manufacturing of industrial and mechanical components. Both grades are ideal for machining, fabrication, and applications where durability and toughness are critical.
Key Specifications:
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Grades | AISI 1050, C45 |
| Diameter | 10 mm to 500 mm (Custom sizes available) |
| Length | Custom lengths available |
| Surface Finishes | Hot rolled, Cold drawn, and customized finishes |
| Yield Strength | AISI 1050 - 550 MPa, C45 - 490 MPa (min) |
| Hardness | AISI 1050 - 190 HB, C45 - 170-220 HB |
| Standards | ASTM, EN |
Icon Steel offers AISI 1050 and C45 carbon steel bars, designed for applications requiring high strength, hardness, and wear resistance. These high-carbon steel grades are particularly valued in the manufacturing and industrial sectors for their robust performance in demanding environments.
Detailed Specifications and Applications
AISI 1050 Carbon Steel Bars AISI 1050 is a high-carbon steel known for its good strength, hardness, and elasticity. It is typically used in applications where it can be heat treated to achieve excellent hardness and wear resistance.
Specifications:
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Standard | AISI 1050 |
| Carbon Content | Approximately 0.50% |
| Applications | Commonly used in the manufacture of cold-headed fasteners, crankshafts, couplings, cold punched nuts, springs, and other high-strength parts that require medium resistance to wear. |
C45 Carbon Steel Bars C45, also known as 1.0503 or medium carbon steel, is one of the most commonly used high-carbon steels. It offers a great compromise between strength, wear resistance, and ductility, making it highly suitable for various mechanical engineering applications.
Specifications:
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Standard | C45 (EN 10083) |
| Carbon Content | Typically around 0.45% |
| Applications | Particularly used in the manufacturing of gears, bolts, general-purpose axles, shafts, and keys where tougher, more wear-resistant steel is needed. |
Why Choose Icon Steel for AISI 1050 and C45 CS Bars?
- Superior Hardness and Toughness
Our AISI 1050 and C45 steel bars are known for their superior hardness and toughness, essential for high-stress applications.
- Diverse Applications
These grades can be employed in a variety of industrial and mechanical applications, providing the durability needed for high-performance parts.
- Custom Sizes and Treatments
We offer a variety of diameters and lengths and provide heat treatment services to meet specific strength and hardness requirements.
- Expert Guidance
Our team of steel experts can help you choose the ideal grade and treatment for your specific application, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
Contact Us
To learn more about our AISI 1050 and C45 carbon steel bars, or to discuss your specific needs, please contact Icon Steel today. Our experienced professionals are ready to assist you with detailed information and tailored solutions for your manufacturing challenges.
FAQs
What are the key differences between AISI 1050 and C45 carbon steel bars?
AISI 1050 is a high-carbon steel known for its excellent hardness and strength after heat treatment, suitable for parts requiring high wear resistance. C45 (EN 1.0503) offers a lower carbon content, providing a better balance between strength, wear resistance, and ductility, ideal for mechanical engineering applications.
Can AISI 1050 and C45 steel bars be welded easily?
Welding high-carbon steels like AISI 1050 and C45 can be challenging due to their high carbon content, which can lead to brittleness and cracking in the heat-affected zones. Preheating and post-weld heat treatments are recommended to reduce these risks.
What are the typical applications for AISI 1050 and C45 steel bars?
AISI 1050 steel bars are commonly used for making cold-headed fasteners, springs, and wear-resistant machinery parts. C45 steel bars are widely employed in the manufacture of gears, bolts, axles, shafts, and other components where increased toughness is necessary.
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