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CNC Machining Service for Mild steel 1045 | 1.0503 | C45 | EN8

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  • Material type

    Metal

  • Material name

    Mild steel 1045 | 1.0503 | C45 | EN8

  • Alternative names

    C45

  • Process compatibility

    CNC machining
Mechanical properties
Ultimate tensile strength
600 - 630 MPa
Yield strength
310 - 320 MPa
Young's modulus (modulus of elasticity)
190 - 205 GPa
Elongation at break
16 %
Physical properties
Corrosion resistance
Poor
Magnetism
Semi-magnetic
Weldability
High
Thermal properties
Thermal expansion coefficent
11.2 - 12 10^-6/ºC
Thermal conductivity
51 W/(m⋅°C)
Electrical properties
Electrical resistivity
16 - 19 μΩ*cm
Post treatments
Post-Processing
Annealing & Cold working
Anodizing compatibility
Not suitable
Common applications
Axles
Bolts
Crankshafts
Forged connection rods
Torsion bars

Mild Steel 1045 CNC Machining Applications & Parts

Mild Steel 1045 is a medium-carbon steel that offers higher strength and wear resistance compared to low-carbon steels while maintaining good machinability. It can be heat treated to enhance its mechanical properties, making it suitable for more demanding applications. Our precision machining capabilities ensure accurate components from this versatile material.

Typical Parts We Machine from Mild Steel 1045:

  • High-Strength Components: Axles, shafts, gears, bolts, and studs
  • Industrial Machinery: Spindles, connecting rods, hydraulic components, machinery parts
  • Tooling Applications: Jigs, fixtures, dies, and other tooling components

Our Machining Advantage:

We expertly machine 1045 steel in both annealed and heat-treated conditions, utilizing appropriate tooling and techniques to achieve precise tolerances and excellent surface finishes for high-stress applications.

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