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Our 1045 Carbon Structural Steel is a highly versatile medium-carbon material designed for demanding engineering tasks. Containing approximately 0.45% carbon, this grade delivers an optimal balance of ductility, tensile strength, and exceptional machinability. Compared to mild alternatives, our carbon steel provides significantly higher strength and surface hardness. It responds remarkably well to various heat treatments, making it a reliable workhorse for heavy-duty mechanical components. You can depend on our integrated production to deliver consistent material quality.
Production Route: | Forged or Hot Rolled |
Heat Treatment: | Hot rolled or Normalized |
Hardness: | acc. to customer requirement |
UT Standards: | Sep 1921 Class3 C/c to D/d |
Surface Condition: | Black surface or machined |
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Flat | Round | ||
Forged | Thickness: | 150-650mm | Φ200-700mm |
Width: | 400-1600mm | ||
Rolled | Thickness: | 12-250mm | Φ12-250mm |
Width: | 150-2300mm | ||
Chemical Composition | C | Si | Mn | Cr | P | S | Ni | Mo |
45 | 0.42~0.50 | 0.17~0.37 | 0.50~0.80 | ≤0.25 | ≤0.035 | ≤0.035 | ≤0.25 | ≤0.20 |
1045 | 0.42~0.50 | ≤0.40 | 0.60~0.90 | ≤0.25 | ≤0.040 | ≤0.040 | ≤0.40 | ≤0.10 |
S45C | 0.42~0.48 | 0.15~0.35 | 0.60~0.90 | ≤0.20 | ≤0.030 | ≤0.030 | ≤0.20 | ≤0.20 |
Our S45C Medium-Carbon Steel excels when subjected to thermal processing like flame or induction hardening. This treatment capability significantly enhances the surface wear resistance of the material without compromising its internal toughness. The resulting hardened profile ensures prolonged operational lifespans for mechanical parts under continuous stress. By utilizing our advanced forging presses and treatment furnaces, we ensure uniform structural integrity. This makes our material perfectly suited for enduring rigorous friction in industrial environments.

A primary benefit of our 1.0503 Carbon Steel lies in its superior machinability during precision manufacturing processes. The specific chemical composition allows for smooth cutting, milling, and grinding operations to achieve tight tolerances. We offer various surface conditions including black, peeled, and precision finish milled to accommodate diverse fabrication needs. Working with a dedicated carbon steel supplier ensures you receive materials optimized for your machining centers. This directly reduces your tooling wear and shortens production cycles.
Our carbon steel delivers dependable tensile strength capable of withstanding substantial dynamic loads and mechanical fatigue. It is structurally sounder than low-carbon grades, providing the necessary durability for critical moving components. The material maintains excellent dimensional stability even after extensive shaping or continuous operational use. We conduct strict ultrasonic testing on our forged round bars to eliminate internal defects. This stringent quality control guarantees that every piece performs safely within high-stress engineering assemblies.
Our carbon steel is an ideal foundation for manufacturing critical power transmission components in heavy machinery. You can utilize this durable material to produce reliable crankshafts, heavy-duty axles, splined shafts, and transmission gears. Its inherent resistance to torsional stress prevents premature failure under high torque conditions. Many automotive and agricultural equipment builders rely on these robust properties for their drivetrains. The strength of the steel guarantees smooth and continuous power delivery across demanding industrial platforms.
You will frequently find our steel utilized in the production of highly stressed moving parts and industrial hardware. It serves as an excellent raw material for piston rods, guide rods, industrial rollers, and high-strength fasteners like bolts and studs. The balance of toughness and wear resistance prevents deformation during repetitive mechanical actions. We supply precisely machined flat bars that perfectly suit the creation of basic mold bases and standard guide posts. This versatility makes it indispensable for general manufacturing.
ShengHe Metal operates a massive 1.6 million square meter forging facility equipped with advanced melting and pressing technology. We control the entire industrial chain from our 40-ton EBT furnace to our extensive machining workshops. This direct oversight allows us to maintain strict quality standards while keeping operational costs highly competitive. We maintain a regular inventory of over 3000 tons of ready stock to meet urgent market demands. Our integrated approach ensures you receive consistent supply stability globally.
Quality assurance is deeply embedded into every stage of our steel production and distribution workflow. We maintain an independent laboratory equipped with advanced testing devices to verify chemical composition and metallographic structure. Our experienced engineers conduct thorough ultrasonic tests and hardness checks on all finished materials before warehouse loading. Every batch undergoes a rigorous pre-shipment inspection to guarantee compliance with strict international specifications. We are committed to delivering only premium materials that perfectly match your exact project requirements.
We produce our carbon materials in strict accordance with major global specifications. These include GB, DIN, ASTM/AISI, EN, ISO, and JIS standards, such as AISI 1045, EN 1.0503, and JIS S45C.
Yes, we offer multiple surface finishes to accommodate your specific manufacturing requirements. You can choose from black forged, hot rolled, peeled, grinded, turned, or precision finish milled surfaces.
The standard minimum order quantity for each order is approximately 25 tons, which equals one full container. You are welcome to mix different types of steel materials to reach this volume.
Absolutely, all materials go through a comprehensive pre-shipment inspection by our professional quality control team. We conduct required ultrasonic testing and laboratory analysis to ensure full compliance with your specifications.
We are happy to provide free material samples for your engineering team to evaluate. The sample itself is complimentary, while the express shipping costs will need to be borne by you.




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