AISI 1017 Steel Rod/Bar

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AISI 1017 Steel, cold drawn Product Information -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: # **Product Specification: AISI 1017 Low Carbon Steel, Cold-Drawn Bar** ## **Product Identification** * **Standard Designation:** AISI 1017 / SAE 1017 * **UNS Number:** G10170 * **Condition:** Cold-Drawn (Bright Drawn) * **Common Forms:** Round, Hexagonal, Square, Flat Bar; Wire * **Key Feature:** Enhanced carbon content for improved strength and machinability in cold-drawn condition ## **Overview** AISI 1017 cold-drawn steel represents a precise, high-quality form of low-carbon steel engineered for manufacturing applications requiring superior dimensional accuracy, excellent surface finish, and enhanced mechanical properties. With a carbon content strategically positioned between AISI 1015 and AISI 1020, this grade offers an optimal balance of strength, machinability, and formability. The cold-drawing process imparts significant strain hardening, resulting in a smooth, scale-free surface with tight dimensional tolerances. This product is particularly valued in precision component manufacturing where consistent material properties and excellent surface quality are paramount. --- ## **1. Chemical Composition (Weight %, AISI/SAE Standard)** | Element | Content (%) | Metallurgical Significance | |---------|-------------|----------------------------| | **Carbon (C)** | 0.15 - 0.20 | Enhanced strength over 1015; optimal for case hardening | | **Manganese (Mn)** | 0.30 - 0.60 | Standard range for low-carbon steels | | **Phosphorus (P)** | ≤ 0.040 | Impurity control | | **Sulfur (S)** | ≤ 0.050 | Standard impurity level | | **Iron (Fe)** | Balance | Matrix element | **Carbon Content Significance:** - **Higher than AISI 1015:** Provides approximately 10-15% higher strength - **Lower than AISI 1020:** Maintains excellent weldability and formability - **Optimal for Machining:** Reduces "gumminess" common in lower-carbon steels --- ## **2. Physical & Mechanical Properties** ### **A. Physical Properties (Cold-Drawn Condition)** - **Density:** 7.87 g/cm³ (0.284 lb/in³) - **Elastic Modulus:** 200 GPa (29,000 ksi) - **Poisson's Ratio:** 0.29 - **Thermal Conductivity:** ~58.5 W/m·K - **Electrical Resistivity:** ~11.6 μΩ·cm - **Magnetic Properties:** Strongly ferromagnetic ### **B. Mechanical Properties (Typical, Cold-Drawn - Various Sizes)** | Property | Value Range | Notes | |----------|-------------|-------| | **Yield Strength (0.2% offset)** | 450 - 650 MPa (65 - 94 ksi) | 30-40% higher than hot-rolled | | **Tensile Strength** | 550 - 750 MPa (80 - 109 ksi) | Enhanced by cold work | | **Elongation (50 mm)** | 12% - 20% | Maintains reasonable ductility | | **Hardness (Brinell)** | 160 - 220 HB | | | **Surface Finish (Ra)** | 0.8 - 3.2 μm (32 - 125 μin) | Excellent for plating/painting | | **Machinability** | 75-80% of 1212 | Superior to lower-carbon grades | ### **C. Cold-Drawing Effects** 1. **Surface Enhancement:** Bright, smooth finish without scale 2. **Strength Increase:** Significant work hardening 3. **Dimensional Accuracy:** Tight tolerances per ASTM A29 4. **Anisotropic Properties:** Enhanced longitudinal strength --- ## **3. Product Applications** ### **Precision Machined Components** - **Screw Machine Products:** Bushings, spacers, fittings, connectors - **Automotive Components:** Fuel system parts, linkage components - **Hydraulic/Pneumatic Fittings:** Valve bodies, adapters, connectors ### **Fasteners & Hardware** - **High-Strength Bolts & Studs:** Where 1015 is insufficient - **Pins & Dowels:** Requiring precision dimensions - **Cold-Heading Applications:** Wire for formed parts ### **General Manufacturing** - **Shafts & Axles:** Small to medium diameter precision shafts - **Tooling Components:** Jigs, fixtures, and non-wear tooling - **Consumer Goods:** Appliance parts, furniture components ### **Special Applications** - **Case Hardening Preforms:** Excellent substrate for carburizing - **Electrical Components:** Where good conductivity needed - **Welded Assemblies:** With clean surface for painting --- ## **4. International Standards & Equivalents** | Standard System | Equivalent Designation | Notes | |-----------------|------------------------|-------| | **ASTM (USA)** | **ASTM A108** Grade 1017 | Standard for cold-finished bars | | **UNS (USA)** | G10170 | Unified numbering system | | **DIN/EN (Europe)** | **1.0417** (C17E) | Direct European equivalent | | **JIS (Japan)** | **S17C** | Japanese equivalent (JIS G4051) | | **GB (China)** | **17** | Chinese standard GB/T 699 | | **ISO** | **C17E4** | ISO 683-1 designation | | **BS (UK)** | **080A17** | British Standard equivalent | ### **Chemical Composition Comparison** | Grade | C (%) | Mn (%) | Equivalent Standards | |-------|-------|--------|---------------------| | **AISI 1017** | 0.15-0.20 | 0.30-0.60 | EN 1.0417, JIS S17C | | **AISI 1015** | 0.13-0.18 | 0.30-0.60 | EN 1.0415, JIS S15C | | **AISI 1020** | 0.18-0.23 | 0.30-0.60 | EN 1.0402, JIS S20C | --- ## **5. Processing Characteristics** ### **Cold-Drawing Specifications** - **Tolerance Class:** ASTM A29 Cold-Drawn - **Straightness:** Commercial or special straightness available - **Surface Condition:** Bright, free of scale and major imperfections - **Decarburization:** Controlled to specified depth ### **Machining Performance** 1. **Chip Formation:** Good breakability, reduced built-up edge 2. **Tool Life:** Extended compared to lower-carbon steels 3. **Surface Finish:** Excellent in turned/milled condition 4. **Cutting Speeds:** Higher than 1015, comparable to 1020 ### **Heat Treatment Response** - **Annealing:** 845-870°C (1550-1600°F) for softening - **Normalizing:** 870-900°C (1600-1650°F) for grain refinement - **Carburizing:** Excellent response, case hardness to 60-65 HRC - **Stress Relieving:** 315-455°C (600-850°F) for 1 hour --- ## **6. Quality Assurance** ### **Testing & Inspection** - **Chemical Analysis:** Heat and product analysis per ASTM A751 - **Mechanical Testing:** Tensile tests per ASTM A370 - **Hardness Testing:** Brinell or Rockwell per ASTM E10/E18 - **Dimensional Inspection:** Per ASTM A29 tolerances - **Surface Inspection:** Visual and measurement per requirements ### **Certification** - **Mill Test Certificate:** EN 10204 3.1 or 3.2 available - **Traceability:** Complete heat-to-part tracking - **Quality Documentation:** Certificates of Conformance available --- ## **7. Technical Comparison** ### **Advantages vs. AISI 1015:** - **Higher Strength:** Approximately 10-15% improvement in tensile strength - **Better Machinability:** Reduced gumminess, improved chip formation - **Enhanced Case Hardening:** Slightly better carbon availability ### **Advantages vs. AISI 1020:** - **Better Weldability:** Lower carbon equivalent - **Improved Cold Formability:** Maintains good ductility - **Cost Effective:** Often priced between 1015 and 1020 ### **Unique Benefits:** 1. **Consistent Performance:** Narrower carbon range than 1015/1020 overlap 2. **Processing Flexibility:** Excellent for both machining and forming 3. **Surface Quality:** Superior to hot-rolled alternatives 4. **Dimensional Stability:** Minimal distortion in machining --- ## **8. Packaging & Handling** - **Standard Lengths:** 3-6 meters (10-20 feet) - **Protection:** Oiled or dry, plastic capped ends - **Bundling:** Strapped in manageable bundles - **Identification:** Grade, size, heat number marked --- ## **Summary** **AISI 1017 cold-drawn steel represents an optimized intermediate grade that delivers superior performance characteristics for precision manufacturing applications.** Its strategically positioned carbon content (0.15-0.20%) provides a meaningful strength advantage over AISI 1015 while maintaining the excellent weldability and formability characteristics essential for modern fabrication. The cold-drawing process transforms this already capable material into a premium product with exceptional surface finish, tight dimensional tolerances, and enhanced mechanical properties through work hardening. This product excels in applications requiring: - **Consistent machinability** with good chip control - **Enhanced strength** over standard mild steels - **Excellent surface quality** for plating or painting - **Precision dimensions** for assembly components - **Good response to case hardening** for wear applications With global standardization through equivalents like **EN 1.0417 (C17E)** and **JIS S17C**, AISI 1017 cold-drawn offers manufacturers a reliable, high-performance material solution that bridges the gap between general-purpose mild steels and higher-alloy alternatives. Its balanced combination of properties makes it an economically sound choice for components where both performance and manufacturability are critical considerations. -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: AISI 1017 Steel, cold drawn Specification Dimensions Size： Diameter 20-1000 mm Length <4765 mm Size:We can customized as required Standard： Per your request or drawing We can customized as required Properties（Theoretical） Chemical Composition -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: AISI 1017 Steel, cold drawn Properties -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -:

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Packing of AISI 1017 Steel Rod, cold drawn -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: Standard Packing: -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: Typical bulk packaging includes palletized plastic 5 gallon/25 kg. pails, fiber and Steel Rod drums to 1 ton super sacks in full container (FCL) or truck load (T/L) quantities. Research and sample quantities and hygroscopic, oxidizing or other air sensitive materials may be packaged under argon or vacuum. Solutions are packaged in polypropylene, plastic or glass jars up to palletized 1236 gallon liquid totes Special package is available on request. E FORUs’ is carefully handled to minimize damage during storage and transportation and to preserve the quality of our products in their original condition