SAE/AISI 1561 Carbon Steel (UNS G15610)
SAE/AISI 1561 is a versatile and high-performance steel alloy that is well-suited for a wide range of industrial and automotive applications. It offers excellent strength, ductility, machinability, and weldability.
| Chemical Composition | ||
|---|---|---|
| Element | Min | Max |
| Iron | 98.21% | 98.70% |
| Carbon | 0.55% | 0.65% |
| Manganese | 0.75% | 1.05% |
| Phosphorous | 0.04% | |
| Sulfur | 0.05% | |
The following table provides a list of SAE/AISI 1561 properties in both SI and US customary/Imperial units.
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| Physical Properties | Metric |
|---|---|
| Density | 7850 kg/m3 |
| Mechanical Properties | Metric |
| Young’s Modulus (E) | 190 - 210 GPa |
| Poisson’s Ratio (ν) | 0.27 - 0.30 |
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 1561 Carbon Steel
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| High strength | High cost |
| Excellent ductility | Can be brittle if not properly heat treated |
| Good machinability and weldability | |
| Good heat resistance |
Applications of 1561 Carbon Steel
1561 carbon steel is a high-carbon steel that is used in a wide variety of applications. It is known for its high strength, excellent machinability, and good weldability. Some of the common applications of 1561 carbon steel include:
- Automotive components: 1561 carbon steel is used to make a variety of automotive components, including axles, crankshafts, drive shafts, and gears.
- Hand tools: 1561 carbon steel is used to make a variety of hand tools, including wrenches, hammers, and screwdrivers.
- Machine tools: 1561 carbon steel is used to make a variety of machine tools, including lathes, milling machines, and drills.
- Structural components: 1561 carbon steel is used to make a variety of structural components, including beams, columns, and girders.