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45# Steel

CNC Machining

Overview

45# steel is a medium carbon structural steel with good mechanical properties. It is widely used for manufacturing parts that require higher strength.

Mechanical Properties

Tensile Strength600 MPa
Yield Strength355 MPa
Elongation16%
Hardness170-217 HB

Physical Properties

Density7,850 kg/m³
Melting Point1,450-1,500°C

Applications

Gears
Shafts
Bolts
Connecting rods
Machine parts

Advantages

  • Good strength
  • Cost-effective
  • Widely available
  • Heat treatable

Limitations

  • Moderate corrosion resistance
  • Requires surface treatment
  • Not suitable for marine use

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