Steel
Steel offers excellent strength, versatility, and reliability, enabling precise machining processing.
Steel 1018, known for its weldability and strength, finds its niche in structural components and machinery parts. Its robust composition lends itself well to a myriad of industrial applications. In contrast, steel 1215 shines with its superior machinability and higher strength. This grade excels in intricate machining operations.
The standard available material grades, description, and basic properties are listed below. Standard material certifications are available for many of our listed materials. You can request specific material certifications when you submit your instant quote request.
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Machinability is based on AISI ratings with SAE 1112 Steel at 100%
Standard Materials
Description
Properties
1018 Steel (Mild Steel, Low Carbon)
Ferrous
Most common cold rolled steel, strength, weldable, toughness, heat treatable, good machinability
Primary use: Drive train components, gears, axles, shafts, fasteners, in a variety of industries
Density: 0.284 lb/in3 (7.86 g/cc)
Strength Ultimate: 63,800 psi (440 MPa)
Strength Yield: 53,700 psi (370 MPa)
Machinability Rating: 78%
Price: $
1215 Steel (Free Machining)
Ferrous
Strength, wear resistance, very good machinability
Primary use: Fasteners, fittings, couplings, automotive and electrical industries
Density: 0.284 lb/in3 (7.86 g/cc)
Strength Ultimate: 78,300 psi (540 MPa)
Strength Yield: 60,200 psi (415 MPa)
Machinability Rating: 136%
Price: $
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