SAE/AISI 1023 Carbon Steel (UNS G10230)
SAE/AISI 1023 steel is used in the production of components that require good formability, such as wire, rods, and structural parts. It is commonly employed in cold-heading and cold-extrusion processes due to its excellent workability.
| Chemical Composition | ||
|---|---|---|
| Element | Min | Max |
| Iron | 99.06% | 99.51% |
| Carbon | 0.19% | 0.25% |
| Manganese | 0.30% | 0.60% |
| Phosphorous | 0.04% | |
| Sulfur | 0.05% | |
The following table provides a list of SAE/AISI 1023 properties in both SI and US customary/Imperial units.
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| Physical Properties | Metric |
|---|---|
| Density | 7858 kg/m3 |
| Mechanical Properties | Metric |
| Tensile Strength (Ultimate) | 380 - 480 MPa |
| Tensile Strength (Yield) | 210 - 410 MPa |
| Young’s Modulus (E) | 190 - 210 GPa |
| Bulk Modulus (K) | 140 GPa |
| Shear Modulus (G) | 80 GPa |
| Elongation at Break | 15 - 30% |
| Poisson’s Ratio (ν) | 0.27 - 0.30 |
| Brinell Hardness | 110 - 140 |
| Thermal Properties | Metric |
| Thermal Conductivity | 52 W/m·K |
| Specific Heat Capacity (Cp) | 470 J/kg·K |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (αL) | 1.21×10-5 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 1023 Carbon Steel
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| Cost-Effective | Low Strength |
| Good Machinability | Limited Hardness and Wear Resistance |
| Good Formability | Limited Heat Treatment Options |
| Good Weldability | Limited Corrosion Resistance |
Applications of 1023 Carbon Steel
AISI 1023 carbon steel is utilized in various applications where moderate strength, good formability, and cost-effectiveness are desired. Some common applications of AISI 1023 carbon steel include:
- General Engineering: AISI 1023 steel finds use in general engineering applications such as shafts, gears, pins, bushings, and similar components.
- Fasteners: AISI 1023 carbon steel is used in the production of bolts, screws, studs, and other fasteners.
- Automotive Components: Due to its cost-effectiveness and formability, AISI 1023 steel is employed in automotive manufacturing for the production of parts like brackets, clamps, brackets, and other non-structural components.
- Machinery Parts: AISI 1023 carbon steel can be found in machinery components such as couplings, spindles, levers, and linkages.
- Agricultural Equipment: AISI 1023 steel is used in the agricultural industry for various equipment and machinery components, including plow blades, cultivator tines, and harrow teeth.
- Construction Hardware: It can be employed in construction applications for manufacturing hardware items such as nails, screws, hooks, and brackets.
- General Fabrication: AISI 1023 is commonly utilized in general fabrication processes that require moderate strength and good formability. It can be used in the production of brackets, supports, frames, and other similar components.
- Hand Tools: AISI 1023 carbon steel is sometimes used in the production of hand tools such as wrenches, hammers, chisels, and screwdrivers, where moderate strength and affordability are important factors.