HIGH CARBON STEEL

AISI 1084 High Carbon Steel

AISI 1084 High Carbon Steel is listed in the HIGH CARBON STEEL material family. The reference data below should be checked against the governing product specification, product form and delivery condition before selection or certification.

AISI 1084
MATERIAL INTRODUCTION

AISI 1084 High Carbon Steel

The reference chemistry table for AISI 1084 High Carbon Steel lists Carbon (C): 0.80 – 0.93%; Silicon (Si): 0.15 – 0.30%; Manganese (Mn): 0.60 – 0.90%; Phosphorus (P): 0.04% Max. Confirm exact limits and analysis tolerances against the governing standard and product form.

The mechanical-property table for AISI 1084 High Carbon Steel lists Tensile Strength: 760 – 970 MPa; Yield Strength: 460 – 670 MPa; Elongation: 7 – 14 %; Hardness: 210 – 290 HB. These are reference entries; supplied condition, dimensions, test method and governing specification control the requirements, and the figures are not design allowables.

No one-to-one Werkstoff number was verified for AISI 1084 High Carbon Steel in the cross-reference sources checked for this update. Confirm any proposed EN alternative against the governing specification.

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Material Identification

Standard identification and material designation information for AISI 1084 High Carbon Steel.

Material AISI 1084 High Carbon Steel
UNS Number G10840
Werkstoff Number No verified one-to-one equivalent
Material Type High Carbon Steel
MATERIAL PROPERTIES

Chemical Composition

The reference chemistry table lists Carbon (C): 0.80 – 0.93%; Silicon (Si): 0.15 – 0.30%; Manganese (Mn): 0.60 – 0.90%; Phosphorus (P): 0.04% Max. Confirm the governing standard, product analysis tolerances and product form before ordering.

Element Symbol Composition
Carbon C 0.80 – 0.93%
Silicon Si 0.15 – 0.30%
Manganese Mn 0.60 – 0.90%
Phosphorus P 0.04% Max
Sulfur S 0.05% Max
Chromium Cr 0.40% Max
Nickel Ni 0.40% Max
Molybdenum Mo 0.15% Max
Iron Fe Balance
PERFORMANCE DATA

Mechanical Properties

The table reports Tensile Strength: 760 – 970 MPa; Yield Strength: 460 – 670 MPa; Elongation: 7 – 14 %; Hardness: 210 – 290 HB as reference data for AISI 1084 High Carbon Steel. Actual requirements depend on condition, dimensions, test method and specification; these values are not design allowables.

Property Value Unit
Tensile Strength 760 – 970 MPa
Yield Strength 460 – 670 MPa
Elongation 7 – 14 %
Hardness 210 – 290 HB
MATERIAL DATA

Physical Properties

Density Approx. 7.85 g/cm³
Elastic Modulus Approx. 200 GPa
Thermal Conductivity Approx. 43 W/m·K
Specific Heat Approx. 486 J/kg·K
Melting Range Approx. 1415 – 1500°C
WHY SELECT THIS MATERIAL

Material Characteristics

AISI 1084 High Carbon Steel combines a relatively high carbon level with heat-treatment capability. The selected grade is used where strength, hardness, wear performance or hardenability are important.

01

High Hardness

AISI 1084 can be hardened to relatively high levels for wear- and cutting-oriented applications.

02

Wear Resistance

Higher hardness supports useful wear resistance in selected services.

03

Heat Treatment Response

The grade responds to quenching and tempering for a range of target properties.

04

Toughness Control

Tempering can be used to balance hardness with the toughness required by the component.

AISI 1084 High Carbon Steel Bolting Products

INDUSTRIAL USE

Typical Applications

AISI 1084 High Carbon Steel is selected for applications where strength, hardness, wear resistance or controlled hardenability are important.

01

Knives & Blades

Commonly selected for blades and knife components requiring high hardness.

02

Springs

Used in selected spring and resilient components.

03

Wear Parts

Suitable for selected high-wear mechanical parts.

04

Cutting Components

Used in selected cutting and edge-retaining components.

ENGINEERING GUIDE

Engineering Considerations

Material Selection

AISI 1084 should be specified with the required heat-treatment state and target hardness.

Heat Treatment

The relatively high carbon content demands careful control of thermal processing to avoid excessive brittleness.

Mechanical Requirements

Use certified test data for the exact product rather than generic engineering ranges when the application is critical.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Werkstoff number for AISI 1084 High Carbon Steel?

No one-to-one Werkstoff number was verified for AISI 1084 High Carbon Steel in the cross-reference sources checked for this update, so this page does not assign a number. Confirm any proposed EN alternative against the applicable product standard and supplier certificate before substitution.

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