Carbon Steel from Specialty Steel

Carbon steel has many valuable characteristics that have made it a principal material for a broad spectrum of manufacturing and construction purposes.

Carbon Steel Offerings

As a leading carbon steel supplier Specialty Steel. carries carbon steel key stock as well as turned ground, and polished carbon steel to meet specific commercial standards.

Carbon steel is highly durable, with outstanding tensile strength and shock resistance, making it ideal for architectural structures and extreme manufacturing conditions. Its ductility and malleability make it suitable for applications requiring bending, and it is cost-effective, corrosion-resistant, and easy to recycle. These qualities make carbon steel a versatile and environmentally friendly material choice.

Thru-hardening ensures our 1045, 1018, and 1144 steel are exceptionally tough and resilient. These carbon steels are versatile and reliable for demanding industrial applications.

1045 Carbon Steel Properties

1045 steel has a medium carbon content, providing a balance of strength and hardness with good machinability.

1045 Applications:

• Automotive: Used in gears, shafts, and axles for its strength.
• Industrial Machinery: Ideal for pins, bolts, and rods due to its durability.
• Tool and Die Making: Suitable for various tools and machine parts.

1018 Carbon Steel Properties

1018 steel is known for its excellent weldability and ductility, making it easy to work with.

1018 Applications:

• Structural Applications: Used in framework, shafts, and rods.
• Automotive: Ideal for carburized parts requiring high surface hardness.
• Manufacturing: Perfect for various parts that need good formability and strength.

1144 Carbon Steel Properties

1144 steel offers superior machinability and strength, often used where high wear resistance is needed.

1144 Applications:

• Machinery Parts: Ideal for high-stress components like gears and shafts.
• Construction Equipment: Used in heavy-duty parts requiring high strength.
• Automotive: Suitable for crankshafts and connecting rods due to its wear resistance.

Ordering, Availability and Quality Assurance

At Specialty Steel, we offer carbon steel in a wide variety of size options. We also provide custom cutting services. To check current carbon steel product availability and ensure that you order exactly what you need, contact Specialty Steel today to request a quote.

Thanks to our experience, we are able to maintain exceedingly high-quality standards. Our carbon steel products can meet the demands of your specific application. We support our products with a range of customer resources and industry-leading customer service. 

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