Introduction to Steel

Steel is mainly made of iron and carbon. it contains less than 2% carbon and 1% manganese with other elements. Steel is a strong and low cost material and it is widely used in various industires.

Information of Steel

MachiningImageTypePropertyToleranceApplication
CNC Machining MetalSteel(1)Steel 1018, Steel 1215
Steel 4130, Steel 4140
Steel 4140PH, Steel 4340
Steel A36
High strength
Easily machinable
Can rust if not protected
min +/-0.02mmAutomotive
Construction equipment
Machinery
Sheet Metal FabricationSteel(2)Steel 1018High strength
Cost-effective
Prone to corrosion (unless treated)
Easily formable
min +/-0.1mmAutomotive panels Construction equipment Cabinets
Shelving systems

Available Steel Properties

Steel TypeYield Strength (MPa)Elongation at Break (%)Hardness (Brinell)Density (g/cm³)Maximum Temp (°C)
Steel 101837015120-1407.87870
Steel 121536010-12120-1257.87870
Steel 4130460 (Normalized)21.5200-2307.85870
Steel 414065525.7200-2507.85870
Steel 4140PH700-1300 (Aged)13-25 250-3207.85870
Steel 4340745 (Normalized)20235-2907.85870
Steel A3625020-21120-1607.85870

The values above are typical averages and could vary based on specific type.

Available surface finishing for Steel part

ImageCapabilitiesDescriptionApplicable toTexturePrice
As-machined
As machined means the parts without any surface treatment after they get off the machines.
All materialsn/aNone
Sanding and PolishingPolishing is a surface finishing process to create a smooth surface. With mechanical, chemical or electrochemical methods, polishing will reduce the surface roughness of the parts to get a bright and reflective surface.All materialsSmooth, glossy finish$$$$
Bead BlastingBead blasting use high speed jetted sand and iron shots to hit the surface of the workpiece. it will change the surface of part and improve the mechanical properties of part.Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Steel, Brass, Coppern/a$
Powder CoatingPowder coating is a surface finishing process that adhere dry powder on the surface of a meatal part.All metal materialsGlossy or Sand$$$
Black OxideBlack oxidation is a kind of chemical surface treatment. it is used for surface coating commonly because it can eliminate reflections.Steel, Stainless SteelSmooth, matte$$$
ElectroplatingElectroplating is the process of depositing a thin layer of metal matieral on metal substrate using electric current. Aluminum, steel, stainless steelSmooth, glossy finish$$$
BrushingThe brushing finish process is a surface treatment method that uses abrasive material to form lines on the surface of metal parts to achieve distinctive textured appearance.ABS, Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Steeln/a$$
MarkingMarking is available in differnt types and different methods.All materialsn/a$$

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