Description
SAE 1040 Steel Tube ASTM Standard Seamless Pipe With Thick Wall
Carbon Steel Customized
| Commodity | SAE 1040 Carbon Steel Seamless Tube |
| Standard | ASTM, JIS, DIN, GB, etc. |
| Grade | A105/SA106B/SA106C/A179/A192/T5/T9 etc. |
| Outer Diameter(OD) | 3-1220mm or Customized |
| Thickness | 0.5-50mm or Customized |
| Length | 5800mm, 6000mm, 12000mm or Customized |
| Mode of Production | Seamless, welded |
| Technique | Cold Drawn or Hot rolled |
| Application | Machine Part |
| Package | Export package suitable for long distance shipping |
Chemical Composition
| Grade | C % | Mn % | P % | S % |
| 1040 | 0.37-0.44 | 0.60-0.90 | ≤ 0.040 | ≤0.050 |
Mechanical Properties
| Grade | Tensile Strength,min MPa | Yield Strength,min MPa | Elongation % |
| 1040 | ≥ 570 | ≥ 335 | ≥ 19 |
SAE 1040 is also a medium carbon steel grade with approximately
0.40% carbon content. The seamless tubes made from SAE 1040 steel
provide higher strength compared to SAE 1030. They offer good
machinability and weldability, making them versatile for different
applications. SAE 1040 steel seamless tubes are commonly used in
applications that require higher strength, such as machinery
components, axles, shafts, and automotive parts.
Application
1. Machinery Components: SAE 1040 is used in the production of
machinery components that require higher strength than SAE 1030. It
is employed in applications such as gears, crankshafts, and axles.
2. Automotive Parts: SAE 1040 is utilized in the automotive
industry for manufacturing parts that require increased strength,
including automotive axles, shafts, and connecting rods.
3. Automotive Parts: SAE 1040 is utilized in the automotive
industry for manufacturing parts that require increased strength,
including automotive axles, shafts, and connecting rods.
4. Automotive Parts: SAE 1040 is utilized in the automotive
industry for manufacturing parts that require increased strength,
including automotive axles, shafts, and connecting rods.
Feature
1. High Strength: SAE 1040 seamless tubes offer high strength due
to their medium carbon content. They can withstand higher loads and
stresses compared to low carbon steel tubes, making them suitable
for applications that require greater strength and structural
integrity.
2. Good Machinability: SAE 1040 seamless tubes exhibit good
machinability, which means they can be easily shaped, cut, and
formed using machining processes such as drilling, turning, and
milling. This feature allows for efficient manufacturing and
customization of the tubes.
3. Weldability: SAE 1040 seamless tubes have good weldability,
enabling them to be joined through various welding techniques, such
as arc welding and resistance welding. This feature facilitates the
fabrication and assembly of complex structures using the tubes.
4. Moderate Ductility: SAE 1040 seamless tubes possess moderate
ductility, allowing them to be formed and bent without excessive
risk of cracking or failure. They can be shaped into desired
configurations during fabrication processes.
FAQ
Q1: What are the advantages of using SAE 1040 seamless tubes?
A1: The advantages of using SAE 1040 seamless tubes include their
high strength, good machinability, and weldability. They offer
versatility and can withstand higher loads and stresses compared to
low carbon steel tubes. The tubes can be easily machined, formed,
and welded, making them suitable for various fabrication processes
and applications.
Q2: Can SAE 1040 seamless tubes be customized?
A2: Yes, SAE 1040 seamless tubes can be customized to a certain
extent. They can be fabricated, cut, bent, and shaped to meet
specific design requirements. Customization can be achieved through
machining processes or by working closely with manufacturers to
produce tubes with desired dimensions and configurations.
Q3: Are heat treatments necessary for SAE 1040 seamless tubes?
A3: Heat treatments are not always necessary for SAE 1040 seamless
tubes, as they already possess good strength and other desirable
properties. However, depending on the specific application
requirements, heat treatments such as annealing, normalizing, or
quenching and tempering can be employed to enhance certain
mechanical properties of the tubes.
