SAE1042 Steel — Specifications & Listings
SAE/AISI — Medium-high carbon steel
Grade Details
| Grade | SAE1042 |
| Standard | SAE/AISI |
| Description | Medium-high carbon steel |
| Applications | Crankshafts, axles, heavy duty shafts |
Equivalent / Similar Grades
| Grade |
Standard |
Region |
|
C45
|
DIN |
Germany |
|
EN8
|
BS970 |
UK |
|
S45C
|
JIS |
Japan |
Chemical Composition (%)
| C |
Mn |
S |
P |
| 0.40–0.47 |
0.60–0.90 |
≤0.050 |
≤0.040 |
Mechanical Properties
| Tensile Strength |
620–770 MPa |
| Yield Strength |
≥415 MPa |
| Elongation |
≥13% |
| Hardness |
179–235 HB |
Typical Available Sizes
| Round Bar |
16mm–250mm dia |
| Flat Bar |
20×8mm–150×40mm |
Sizes are indicative. Contact seller for exact availability.
Active SAE1042 Listings on M-EX