SAE/AISI 1330 Carbon Steel (UNS G13300)
SAE/AISI 1330 steel is often used in applications that require moderate strength and toughness, such as gears, shafts, axles, and other components subjected to moderate stress and wear.
Chemical Composition | ||
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Element | Min | Max |
Iron | 97.35% | 97.97% |
Carbon | 0.28% | 0.33% |
Manganese | 1.60% | 1.90% |
Phosphorous | 0.035% | |
Silicon | 0.15% | 0.35% |
Sulfur | 0.04% |
The following table provides a list of SAE/AISI 1330 properties in both SI and US customary/Imperial units.
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Physical Properties | Metric |
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Density | 7870 kg/m3 |
Mechanical Properties | Metric |
Tensile Strength (Ultimate) | 520 - 710 MPa |
Tensile Strength (Yield) | 290 - 610 MPa |
Young’s Modulus (E) | 190 - 210 GPa |
Bulk Modulus (K) | 140 GPa |
Shear Modulus (G) | 80 GPa |
Elongation at Break | 10 - 20% |
Poisson’s Ratio (ν) | 0.27 - 0.30 |
Brinell Hardness | 179 - 335 |
Thermal Properties | Metric |
Thermal Conductivity | 52 W/m·K |
Specific Heat Capacity (Cp) | 470 J/kg·K |
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (αL) | 1.15×10-5 1/°C |
Electrical Properties | Metric |
Electrical Conductivity | 4.18×106 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 1330 Carbon Steel
Advantages | Disadvantages |
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Good strength and toughness | Limited corrosion resistance |
Excellent wear resistance | Relatively low hardenability |
Relatively easy to machine | Susceptible to cracking during heat treatment |
Cost-effective material | Moderate weldability |
Can be heat treated for desired properties | Lower impact resistance compared to some other steels |
Applications of 1330 Carbon Steel
1330 carbon steel finds applications in various industries and sectors due to its specific properties and characteristics. Some common applications of 1330 carbon steel include:
- Gears and Gear Shafts: 1330 steel’s good strength and wear resistance make it suitable for use in gears and gear shafts that transmit power and rotational motion in machinery and automotive applications.
- Axles and Shafts: The combination of strength and toughness in 1330 carbon steel makes it suitable for use in axles and shafts, where it can withstand high stress and torque loads.
- Bolts and Fasteners: 1330 steel’s cost-effectiveness and relatively good machinability make it a suitable material for manufacturing bolts, studs, and other fasteners that require moderate strength and durability.
- Agricultural Machinery: Components in agricultural machinery, such as tractor parts, shafts, and gears, often use 1330 carbon steel due to its strength and ability to withstand the demanding conditions of agricultural applications.
- Construction Equipment: 1330 steel is utilized in the manufacturing of construction equipment components, including crankshafts, sprockets, and gears, where its strength and wear resistance are important for withstanding heavy loads and harsh operating conditions.
- Industrial Machinery: Various components in industrial machinery, such as shafts, spindles, and gears, may be made from 1330 carbon steel due to its balance of strength, toughness, and machinability.
- Automotive Parts: Certain automotive components like axles, crankshafts, and transmission parts benefit from the properties of 1330 carbon steel, which provide the required strength and durability in the automotive industry.