1044 Carbon Steel Data

Note: K-mac does not sell this grade - Data is for reference only.

A medium carbon steel for general purpose applications. Its overall properties are somewhat higher than low carbon mild steel flats. This material may be fabricated using normal structural methods. It is machinable and may be induction hardened. Applications include plows, sub-boilers, ditchers, cultivators, furrowers, harrows, and other agricultural equipment.

Chemical Composition - Typical
Carbon (C) : .40 - .50
Manganese (Mn) : .25 - .60
Phosphorus (P) : .04 max
Sulphur (S) : .05 max

Mechanical Properties - Typical
Tensile: 90,000 psi
Yield: 55,000 psi
Elongation (% in 2"): 23% min
Reduction of Area : 45%
Brinell Hardness : 201
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