Description
AISI 1050 Carbon Steel
Uncompromising strength and versatility for demanding applications
AISI 1050 carbon steel is a high-quality material renowned for its superior strength, wear resistance, and exceptional hardness. Precision-engineered for performance, it’s the go-to choice for manufacturing components that require durability and reliability in challenging environments.
Material composition and craftsmanship
AISI 1050 is a medium-carbon steel containing approximately 0.48–0.55% carbon content. Manufactured using advanced alloying techniques, it provides a consistent, high-quality product that meets stringent industry standards. Its simple yet efficient composition allows for enhanced machinability and superior heat treatment performance.
Benefits you can rely on
- Enhanced hardness and wear resistance: Perfect for parts exposed to high friction and stress.
- Heat treatability: This steel easily responds to quenching and tempering, allowing users to achieve varied mechanical properties tailored to their application.
- Balanced strength and ductility: It provides solid durability without compromising flexibility, ensuring long-term reliability in various applications.
Technical specifications
- Tensile Strength: Approximately 620 MPa (90,000 psi)
- Hardness (Brinell): 179–229 (as-rolled condition)
- Carbon Content: 0.48–0.55%
- Additional mechanical specifications and tolerances available upon request.
Applications and industries served
AISI 1050 carbon steel caters to industries ranging from automotive to manufacturing. Typical applications include bolts, shafts, gears, and cutting tools. Wherever strength and wear resistance are priorities, AISI 1050 rises to the challenge with unmatched dependability.
For those demanding components crafted to endure, AISI 1050 carbon steel delivers the precision, strength, and versatility you need to excel in even the most rigorous environments.
