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MATERIAL GUIDE

Carbon & Coated Steel

Economical carbon and alloy steels combining strength, durability, heat treatment and protective coating options.

Carbon & Coated Steel
7.85 g/cm³Density
Up to 1,480 MPaStrength
AvailableHeat Treat
18+Coatings

COMMON GRADES

Carbon & Coated Steel Grade Comparison

Representative values for early material selection. Final requirements should follow the project drawing and applicable standard.

GradePrimary AdvantageTensile StrengthMachinabilityTypical Use
1018Low carbon440 MPaExcellentPins, shafts, fixtures
1045Medium carbon565 MPaGoodGears, axles
4130Chrome-moly670 MPaGoodStructures, tubing
4140High strength1,020 MPaGoodTools, couplings
Carbon & Coated Steel manufacturing

FINISHES & APPLICATIONS

Production-Ready Options

We can machine, form, mold, heat treat and finish parts to your cosmetic and functional requirements.

Common finishes

  • Zinc plating
  • Nickel plating
  • Black oxide
  • E-coat
  • Powder coat
  • Phosphate

Industries

  • Automotive
  • Industrial
  • Construction
  • Energy
  • Agriculture
  • Tooling

QUALITY CONTROL

Material Identity and Part Traceability

01

Material certificates

Documented controls support consistent manufacturing and clear project records.

02

Incoming verification

Documented controls support consistent manufacturing and clear project records.

03

Controlled storage

Documented controls support consistent manufacturing and clear project records.

04

Lot traceability

Documented controls support consistent manufacturing and clear project records.