What is 1117 Low Carbon Steel?
SAE 1117 low carbon steel is a carbon steel alloy with high levels of manganese. These high levels of manganese add to the material’s strength.
Benefits of 1117 Low Carbon Steel
The benefits of 1117 include uniform and deep case hardening as well as increased machinability compared to 1018 steel.
1117 Low Carbon Steel Capabilities
Its tensile strength ranges from 82,000 to 92,000 pounds per square inch and its yield strength ranges from 72,000 to 82,000 pounds per square inch.
Applications of 1117 Low Carbon Steel
Common applications of 1117 are:
- Gears
- Camshafts
- Ratchets
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The numerous advantages and benefits of 1117 low carbon steel make it a preferred material for precision CNC, Swiss, and other machining techniques. E.J. Basler can machine parts, components, and products using low carbon steel for virtually any application or industry, including but not limited to the following:
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