1018

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This low carbon steel has good case hardening properties. Although not classed as a screw machine steel, at times it may be specified. This is an excellent steel for bending and cold forming, with good brazing and welding properties.

Chemistry
Carbon	0.15/0.20
Manganese	0.60/0.90
Phosphorus (Max.)	0.04
Sulfur (Max.)	0.05

Typical Mechanical Properties
Tensile Strength	64,000 psi
Yield Strength	54,000 psi
Elongation in 2”	15%
Reduction of Area	40%
Brinell Hardness	126

Machinability
78% of 1212