SAE/AISI 1019 Carbon Steel (UNS G10190)
SAE/AISI 1019 steel is commonly used in applications where moderate strength and good machinability are required. It can be easily welded and formed, and it offers good toughness and wear resistance.
| Chemical Composition | ||
|---|---|---|
| Element | Min | Max |
| Iron | 98.71% | 99.16% |
| Carbon | 0.14% | 0.20% |
| Manganese | 0.70% | 1.0% |
| Phosphorous | 0.04% | |
| Sulfur | 0.05% | |
The following table provides a list of SAE/AISI 1019 properties in both SI and US customary/Imperial units.
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| Physical Properties | Metric |
|---|---|
| Density | 7870 kg/m3 |
| Mechanical Properties | Metric |
| Tensile Strength (Ultimate) | 455 MPa |
| Tensile Strength (Yield) | 379 MPa |
| Young’s Modulus (E) | 190 - 210 GPa |
| Bulk Modulus (K) | 140 GPa |
| Shear Modulus (G) | 80 GPa |
| Elongation at Break | 15% |
| Poisson’s Ratio (ν) | 0.27 - 0.30 |
| Brinell Hardness | 131 |
| Thermal Properties | Metric |
| Thermal Conductivity | 52 W/m·K |
| Specific Heat Capacity (Cp) | 472 J/kg·K |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (αL) | 1.2×10-5 1/°C |
| Electrical Properties | Metric |
| Electrical Conductivity | 4.1×106 S/m |
| Electrical Resistivity | 2.4×10-7 Ω·m |
The values in this table are approximate and can vary depending on various factors such as the specific manufacturing process and heat treatment applied to the alloy.
Advantages & Disadvantages of 1019 Carbon Steel
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| Cost-Effective | Limited Hardenability |
| Good Machinability | Low Tensile Strength |
| Good Weldability | Susceptible to Corrosion |
Applications of 1019 Carbon Steel
AISI 1019 carbon steel, being a low carbon steel, is commonly used in various applications where strength, machinability, and cost-effectiveness are important considerations. Some common applications of 1019 carbon steel include:
- Structural components: 1019 steel can be utilized in the construction of structural components such as beams, columns, and supports.
- Shafts and axles: Due to its good machinability and reasonable strength, 1019 carbon steel can be employed in the manufacture of shafts and axles for machinery and automotive applications.
- Bolts, nuts, and fasteners: 1019 steel’s cost-effectiveness and good weldability make it suitable for producing fasteners like bolts, nuts, and screws used in various industries.
- General engineering components: It can be used to fabricate a wide range of general engineering components, including gears, sprockets, bushings, and small to medium-sized machine parts.
- Agricultural equipment: Due to its affordability and workability, 1019 carbon steel can be found in agricultural equipment such as plows, harrows, and tillage equipment.
- Hand tools: 1019 steel is commonly used in the production of hand tools like wrenches, hammers, chisels, and screwdrivers, where its machinability and strength are advantageous.
- Pipe fittings: Its weldability and moderate strength make 1019 steel suitable for manufacturing pipe fittings such as elbows, tees, and couplings.