SAE/AISI 1026 Carbon Steel (UNS G10260)
SAE/AISI 1026 carbon steel is a low-carbon alloy valued for its balance of strength, ductility, and machinability. With excellent weldability and formability, it is widely used across various industries, especially in components requiring toughness and ease of fabrication.
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| Chemical Composition | ||
|---|---|---|
| Element | Min | Max |
| Iron | 98.73% | 99.18% |
| Carbon | 0.22% | 0.28% |
| Manganese | 0.60% | 0.90% |
| Phosphorous | —— | 0.04% |
| Sulfur | —— | 0.05% |
The following table provides a list of SAE/AISI 1026 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) | 490 MPa |
| Tensile Strength (Yield) | 415 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 | 143 |
| Thermal Properties | Metric |
| Thermal Conductivity | 52 W/m·K |
| Specific Heat Capacity (Cp) | 486 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 1026 Carbon Steel
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| Cost-effective | Low strength |
| Good machinability | Limited hardness |
| Good weldability | Low corrosion resistance |
| Good ductility and toughness |
Applications of 1026 Carbon Steel
SAE/AISI 1026 carbon steel is used across multiple sectors due to its mechanical and structural properties, including:
- Machinery and Equipment Components: Often used to manufacture components such as shafts, gears, couplings, and axles.
- Automotive Parts: Commonly used for various parts, including bushings, spacers, connectors, and brackets.
- Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems: Utilized in the production of hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders, tubes, and fittings.
- Structural Components: Employed in construction and engineering for components such as beams, columns, and supports.
- Machined Parts: Used to manufacture machined parts like bushings, spacers, fittings, and fasteners due to good machinability.
- Agricultural Equipment: Utilized in manufacturing components for agricultural machinery, including shafts, pins, and brackets.
- Bicycle Frames: Sometimes used in the construction of bicycle frames.