1018
AISI 1018 is a low-carbon steel offering good machinability, weldability, and formability. It is commonly supplied in cold drawn or hot rolled condition.
The alloy is widely used in general engineering, shafts, pins, and structural components where moderate strength is sufficient.
Specifications
- UNS: 610180
- ASTM A29
- EN/DIN: 1.0401
- Structure: Low Carbon Stool
- Condition Supplied: Hot Rolled/Cold Drawn
Data Tables
Chemical Composition:
| C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | Ni | Ti | Mo | N | Cu | Fe | Co | Nb (+Ta) | V | W | Al | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 0.15 | 0.6 | |||||||||||||||
| Max | 0.2 | 0.9 | 0.04 | 0.05 | Bal |
Mechanical Properties:
| Material Grade | ASTM Standard | Desgnation(EN /UNS) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (KSI) | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Tensile Strength (KSI) | Elongation (%) | Reduction of Area (%) | Hardness(HRC/HBWMax) | Condition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AISI 1018 | ASTM A29 | EN 1.0401(G10180) | 370 | 53.66406 | 440 | 63.81672 | 15 | 40 | ≈126 HB | Cold Drawn |
Physical Properties:
| Material Grade | Density (g/cm³) | Melting Range (°C) | Modulus of Elasticity (GPa) | Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K) | Thermal Expansion (×10⁻⁶ /°C) | Electrical Resistivity (µΩ·m) | Magnetic Behavior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AISI 1018 | 7.87 | 1425 | 205 | 51.9 | 11.7 | 0.15 | Magnetic |
Key Features
- Good machinability and weldability
- Uniform and consistent mechanical properties
- Cost-effective low-carbon steel
- Easy to form and fabricate
- Suitable for general purpose use
Applications
- General engineering components
- Shafts, pins, and rods
- Structural parts
- Machine components
- Welded fabrications