SAE/AISI 1037 Carbon Steel (UNS G10370)
SAE/AISI 1037 is a versatile medium-carbon steel that offers a balanced combination of strength, toughness, and machinability. It is commonly used to manufacture components that require moderate strength and wear resistance, making it suitable for various applications in industries such as automotive, machinery, and construction.
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| Chemical Composition | ||
|---|---|---|
| Element | Min | Max |
| Iron | 98.53% | 98.98% |
| Carbon | 0.32% | 0.38% |
| Manganese | 0.70% | 1.00% |
| Phosphorous | —— | 0.04% |
| Sulfur | —— | 0.05% |
The following table provides a list of SAE/AISI 1037 properties in both SI and US customary/Imperial units.
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| Physical Properties | Metric |
|---|---|
| Density | 7850 kg/m3 |
| Mechanical Properties | Metric |
| Tensile Strength (Ultimate) | 510 - 640 MPa |
| Tensile Strength (Yield) | 280 - 540 MPa |
| Young’s Modulus (E) | 190 - 210 GPa |
| Bulk Modulus (K) | 140 GPa |
| Shear Modulus (G) | 80 GPa |
| Elongation at Break | 14 - 20% |
| Poisson’s Ratio (ν) | 0.27 - 0.30 |
| Brinell Hardness | 140 - 190 |
| Thermal Properties | Metric |
| Thermal Conductivity | 52 W/m·K |
| Specific Heat Capacity (Cp) | 470 J/kg·K |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (αL) | 1.20×10-5 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 1037 Carbon Steel
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| Good strength and toughness | Limited hardenability |
| Good wear resistance | Lower corrosion resistance |
| Good machinability | Limited alloying elements |
| Cost-effective | Lower impact strength at low temperatures |
Applications of 1037 Carbon Steel
SAE/AISI 1037 carbon steel is widely used in industries requiring moderate strength and durability. Its properties make it ideal for a range of mechanical and structural applications, including:
- Gears and Shafts: Often used in the manufacture of gears, shafts, and other mechanical components that require moderate strength, toughness, and wear resistance.
- Bolts and Fasteners: Commonly employed in the production of bolts, screws, and fasteners due to its strength, durability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Axles and Spindles: Suitable for axles, spindles, and other load-bearing components in automotive, agricultural, and industrial equipment, owing to its medium-carbon content and toughness.
- Springs: Used in manufacturing flat springs, coil springs, and suspension springs, thanks to its combination of strength and flexibility.
- Hand Tools: Frequently utilized in the production of hand tools like wrenches, pliers, and screwdrivers, due to its machinability and good strength.
- Structural Components: Applied in structural components for buildings, bridges, and machinery where moderate strength and toughness are required.
- Machinery Parts: Found in various machinery parts, including couplings, sprockets, levers, and connecting rods, due to its machinability and moderate strength.