Medium Carbon Steel
Medium carbon steel (0.30–0.60% carbon content) balances strength, ductility, and wear resistance, making it ideal for industrial components. Overall, it has excellent mechanical properties and is cheaper than stainless steel. In carbon steel, the carbon content is the key factor determining the toughness of the steel. After heat treatment, steel with higher carbon content becomes stronger and more wear-resistant, making it the preferred choice for industries with higher requirements.As an experienced manufacturer of carbon steel castings, our quality control ensures that every casting meets the industry standard of excellence. Welcome to inquire and ask for the lastest price for sale.
Huaxiao Metal Manufacturer has the various shapes and materials of medium carbon steel products:
Round Bars: Dia 10mm – 400mm
Flat Bars: Thickness 6mm – 100mm, Width up to 600mm
Plates & Sheets: Thickness 3mm – 100mm
Square Bars: 10mm × 10mm – 200mm × 200mm
Hex Bars: Across Flats 10mm – 80mm
Coils & Strips: Width coil>600mm & strip<600mm
Tubes & Pipes: Customerized sizes available
Medium Carbon Steel Grades
The following are the most common grades of medium carbon steel. As a leading carbon steel company, we have extensive experience in the production of all carbon steel grades.
AISI / SAE 1040, 1045, 1050 – Widely used in North America, known for their excellent strength and wear resistance.
JIS S45C, S50C – Popular in Japan and Southeast Asia, offering good machinability and hardenability.
EN / DIN C45E (1.1191), C35E, C50E – European grades used in mechanical engineering and automotive components.
GB 45#, 50# – Standard Chinese grades known for high strength and reliable performance.
BS 080M40 (EN8), 070M55 (EN9) – British grades commonly used in general engineering applications.
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Commom Medium Carbon Steel Brand
| Country / Region | Standard Code | Common Grades |
|---|---|---|
| USA | ASTM / AISI | AISI 1040, 1045, 1050 |
| Europe | EN / DIN | C45E (1.1191), C35E, C50E |
| Japan | JIS | S45C, S50C |
| China | GB | 45#, 50# |
| UK | BS | 080M40, 070M55 |
Advantages of Medium Carbon Steel
Medium carbon steel (typically containing 0.30%–0.60% carbon) offers an optimal balance between strength, hardness, and machinability, making it a preferred choice for a wide range of industrial applications. Medium carbon steel offers an excellent balance between strength, toughness, and machinability. Its primary advantages include:
High Strength & Durability – Suitable for parts requiring greater load-bearing capacity and resistance to wear.
Good Machinability – Can be easily cut, drilled, and machined, especially in annealed condition.
Heat Treatable – Can be hardened through quenching and tempered to achieve various mechanical properties.
Cost-Effective Performance – Provides high performance at a relatively lower cost compared to alloy steels.
Application of Medium Carbon Steel
Medium carbon steel’s versatility makes it indispensable in industries demanding reliability, machinability, and cost efficiency. For projects requiring grades like AISI 1045, DIN C45, or JIS S45C, partnering with a certified manufacturer ensures material performance meets exacting standards. If you have requirements of carbon metal, contact us quickly.
| Industry | Application | Typical Products |
|---|---|---|
| Automotive | High-strength moving parts | Crankshafts, connecting rods, axles, gears |
| Construction | Structural and load-bearing components | Fasteners, anchor bolts, support brackets |
| Machinery | General engineering and mechanical parts | Shafts, machine frames, couplings, press tools |
| Railway | Wear-resistant and impact-tolerant parts | Brake shoes, rail pads, couplings |
| Agriculture | Durable and wear-resistant tool parts | Plowshares, tiller blades, harrows |
| Mining | High-stress components in drilling and excavation | Drill rods, crusher parts, liners |
Why Choose Huaxiao Metal Supplier?
- Wide size range: from 10cm X 10cm to 200cm X 200cm, can meet customer project requirements.
- Weight flexibility: Handle carbon steel components ranging from 0.1 kilograms to 2 tons to ensure flexible manufacturing.
- Large annual production capacity: With a peak annual production capacity of up to 2400 tons, it can seamlessly meet large-scale demand.
- Strict tolerances: To meet specific project requirements, we can achieve the tolerances you require.
Huaxiao Metal is your most trusted carbon steel manufacturing company. We have a reliable supply network and provide the latest production and manufacturing of carbon steel products.
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