MS Chemical Composition:
| Element |
C |
Mn |
P (max) |
S (max) |
Fe |
| % |
0.14-0.20 |
0.60-0.90 |
≤ 0.040 |
≤ 0.050 |
98.81-99.26 |
MS Mechanical Properties:
| Property |
Metric |
Imperial |
| Tensile Strength (Ultimate) |
440 MPa |
63,800 psi |
| Yield Strength |
370 MPa |
53,700 psi |
| Elongation at Break |
15% |
15% |
| Reduction of Area |
40% |
40% |
| Modulus of Elasticity |
205 GPa |
29,700 ksi |
| Hardness (Brinell) |
126 |
126 |
| Machinability |
70% (vs. AISI 1212) |
70% |
MS Hardness:
Brinell hardness: 126 HB
MS Heat Treatment:
MS steel is commonly used in the as-forged condition, as its machinability is better in this state compared to the normalized condition. Quenching and tempering processes offer little benefit at this carbon content level.
MS Hardening:
To harden MS steel, heat it between 780°C – 820°C, then quench in water.
MS Tempering:
Tempering MS steel at 150°C – 200°C improves case toughness without significantly affecting hardness. This process also helps to reduce grinding cracks.
MS Physical Properties:
| Property |
Metric |
Imperial |
| Density |
7.87 g/cm³ |
0.284 lb/in³ |
| Modulus of Elasticity |
205 GPa |
29,700 ksi |
MS Thermal Properties:
| Property |
Metric (T = 100°C) |
Imperial (T = 100°F) |
| Thermal Conductivity |
51.9 W/m-K |
360 BTU/hr.ft².°F |
MS Forging Properties:
For forging, heat MS steel to 1150°C – 1280°C and hold until the temperature becomes uniform. Cool in the air after forging.
MS Stress Relieving:
Heat MS steel to 500°C – 700°C to relieve internal stresses, then cool in air.
MS Normalizing:
Heat the steel to 890°C – 940°C, then cool in still air to normalize.
MS Annealing:
Anneal MS steel by heating to 870°C – 910°C and allowing it to cool in a furnace.
MS Density:
- Density: 7.87 g/cm³ (0.284 lb/in³)
MS Machinability:
MS steel offers 78% machinability relative to standard machinable grades like B1112.
MS Welding:
MS mild steel can be welded by all conventional welding processes without the need for pre-heating or post-heating. However, for sections over 50mm, pre-heating may improve weld quality. For carburized or carbonitrided sections, welding is not recommended.
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