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1045 Mild Steel

Solitaire Steel & Engineering LLP proudly offers 1045 Mild Steel, a medium-carbon steel known for its higher strength and excellent machinability. 1045 steel, a popular choice across multiple industrial sectors, delivers a superior balance of toughness and hardness, making it suitable for components under high stress and heavy loads. Widely utilized in automotive, machinery, and industrial applications, 1045 Mild Steel meets various performance and durability needs with consistent reliability.

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Key Features of 1045 Mild Steel

  • High Strength and Toughness: Provides strong resistance against wear and impact.
  • Excellent Machinability: Supports various machining processes for precision parts.
  • Heat Treatable: Allows for hardening through heat treatment for enhanced surface durability.
  • Widely Applicable: Suitable for components under mechanical stress, including gears, shafts, and axles.

Product Specifications for 1045 Mild Steel

Product Type Standard Available Sizes Typical Applications
Sheets and Plates ASTM A830 Thickness: 1mm-50mm, Width: up to 3000mm, Length: up to 12m Automotive parts, machinery components
Pipes and Tubes ASTM A519 Diameter: 10mm-500mm, Length: up to 12m Structural applications, hydraulic systems
Bars and Rods ASTM A29 Diameter: 5mm-200mm Shafts, gears, and structural applications
Angles and Channels ASTM A36 Custom sizes available Frame structures, support brackets
Beams ASTM A36 Custom configurations available Construction, heavy-load supports
Fittings ASTM A234 Standard and custom sizes Piping and mechanical assemblies

Physical Properties of 1045 Mild Steel

Property Value
Density 7.85 g/cm³
Modulus of Elasticity 200 GPa
Poisson’s Ratio 0.29
Melting Point 1493°C
Thermal Expansion 11.7 µm/m-°C
Thermal Conductivity 43 W/m-K

Mechanical Properties of 1045 Mild Steel

Property Value
Tensile Strength 585 MPa
Yield Strength 310 MPa
Elongation 16%
Hardness (Brinell) 163 HB
Impact Strength 20 J

Electrical Properties of 1045 Mild Steel

Electrical Property Value
Electrical Resistivity 1.61 x 10^-7 Ω·m
Electrical Conductivity 6.21 x 10^6 S/m

Thermal Properties of 1045 Mild Steel

Thermal Property Value
Thermal Conductivity 43 W/m-K
Specific Heat Capacity 0.472 J/g-K
Thermal Expansion 11.7 µm/m-°C

Processing Properties of 1045 Mild Steel

Process Suitability
Machining Excellent
Welding Moderate
Forming Moderate
Heat Treatment Excellent for surface hardening and tempering

Component Elements Properties of 1045 Mild Steel

Element Percentage (%)
Carbon (C) 0.43 – 0.50
Manganese (Mn) 0.60 – 0.90
Phosphorus (P) Max 0.04
Sulfur (S) Max 0.05
Iron (Fe) Balance

Comparison: 1045 Mild Steel vs. Other Mild Steels

Material Machinability Weldability Strength Applications
1045 Mild Steel High Moderate High Shafts, gears, axles
1020 Mild Steel Very High Excellent Moderate General machine parts, pins
1018 Mild Steel Very High Excellent Moderate Precision machinery components
A36 Mild Steel Moderate Good Moderate Structural frameworks

Price List for 1045 Mild Steel (in USD per kg)

Product Type Price Range (USD/kg)
1045 Sheets & Plates $1.5 – $1.8
1045 Pipes & Tubes $1.6 – $1.9
1045 Bars & Rods $1.4 – $1.7
1045 Angles & Channels $1.5 – $1.8
1045 Beams $1.6 – $2.0

For high-strength 1045 Mild Steel products ideal for demanding applications, contact Solitaire Steel & Engineering LLP today for competitive pricing and expert support.