AISI 1020 Carbon Steel Plate is a type of low-alloy steel plate that adheres to the specifications set by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). This grade, 1020, is known for its high machinability, weldability, and moderate strength.
AISI 1020 Carbon Steel Plate is a type of low-alloy steel plate that adheres to the specifications set by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). This grade, 1020, is known for its high machinability, weldability, and moderate strength.
Ingredients:
Carbon Steel: The primary material in SAE AISI 1020 Carbon Steel Plate consists primarily of iron with a carbon content ranging between 0.18% to 0.23%. It also includes:
- Manganese: Present in small quantities (up to around 0.6%) to improve hardenability and tensile strength.
- Silicon and Phosphorus: Typically less than 0.4%, these elements can contribute to strength but are limited to maintain good weldability and ductility.
- Sulfur: Also present in trace amounts, controlled to prevent brittleness.
Uses:
- Machine Parts: Due to its excellent machinability, 1020 steel plates are commonly used for manufacturing parts requiring extensive machining such as shafts, axles, studs, bolts, and pins.
- Structural Components: They can be utilized for structural applications where moderate strength and toughness are sufficient, like frames, braces, and supports in non-critical load-bearing situations.
- Welded Fabrication: AISI 1020 steel plates have good welding properties, making them suitable for fabrication of welded structures, including tanks, vessels, and pipe flanges.
- Cold Forming Operations: Its formability allows for cold bending and rolling into various shapes without compromising strength.
In summary, SAE AISI 1020 Carbon Steel Plates are popular choices in industrial applications because they offer a balance between cost-effectiveness, ease of machining, and acceptable mechanical properties. While not designed for extreme environments or highly stressed components, they excel in general-purpose engineering projects that require dependable performance at a competitive price point.
| Product Name | SAE AISI 1020 Carbon Steel Plate |
| Standard | ASTM,AISI,DIN,EN,BS,GB,JIS |
| Grade | ASTM/ASME: A36, A283, A285, A514, A516, A572, A1011/A1011M |
| GB: Q195, Q235/Q235B, Q255, Q275, Q345/Q345B, Q420, Q550, Q690 | |
| JIS: SS400, G3131 SPHC, G3141 SPCC, G4051 S45C, G4051 S50C | |
| AISI: 1018, 1020, 1045 / SAE: 1010, SAE 1020, SAE 1045 | |
| Technique | Hot rolled / Cold rolled |
| Type | Mild steel / Medium carbon steel / High carbon steel |
| Surface | Coated |
| Processing | Welding, Cutting, Bending, Decoiling |
| Delivery time | 10-30 days subject to the clients' requirement and quantity |
| Package | clients' requirement and Standard export sea-worthy packing |
| MOQ | 1 ton |
Available Size Range
| Dimension | Range |
| thickness | 0.5-300mm |
| Width | 1000mm, 1219mm, 1500mm, 1800mm, 2000mm, etc. or customer's request |
| Length | 1000mm~6000mm, or as customer's request |
Chemical Composition
| AISI SAE 1020 Steel Chemical Composition (%) | ||||
| AISI | C | Mn | P (≤) | S (≤) |
| 1020 | 0.18-0.23 | 0.30-0.60 | 0.040 | 0.050 |
Mechanical Properties
| Mechanical Properties | ||||
| Steel Grade | Yield Strength | Tensile Strength | Elongation % (Ø ≤40mm) | |
| Ø ≤16mm | 16mm ＜ Ø ≤60mm | |||
| Q195 | 195 N/mm2 | 185 N/mm2 | 315 to 430 N/mm2 | 33 |
1 MPa = 1 N/mm2; Ø = Wire Diameter or Thickness
