HIGH CARBON STEEL

AISI 1095 High Carbon Steel

AISI 1095 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 1095
MATERIAL INTRODUCTION

AISI 1095 High Carbon Steel

The reference chemistry table for AISI 1095 High Carbon Steel lists Carbon (C): 0.90 – 1.03%; Silicon (Si): 0.15 – 0.30%; Manganese (Mn): 0.30 – 0.50%; Phosphorus (P): 0.04% Max. Confirm exact limits and analysis tolerances against the governing standard and product form.

The mechanical-property table for AISI 1095 High Carbon Steel lists Tensile Strength: 780 – 1000 MPa; Yield Strength: 480 – 700 MPa; Elongation: 6 – 12 %; Hardness: 220 – 310 HB. These are reference entries; supplied condition, dimensions, test method and governing specification control the requirements, and the figures are not design allowables.

Werkstoff / EN cross-reference for AISI 1095 High Carbon Steel: 1.1274. This comparison does not guarantee interchangeability; confirm chemistry, product form and condition against the governing specification.

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Material Identification

Standard identification and material designation information for AISI 1095 High Carbon Steel.

Material AISI 1095 High Carbon Steel
UNS Number G10950
Werkstoff Number 1.1274
Material Type High Carbon Steel
MATERIAL PROPERTIES

Chemical Composition

The reference chemistry table lists Carbon (C): 0.90 – 1.03%; Silicon (Si): 0.15 – 0.30%; Manganese (Mn): 0.30 – 0.50%; Phosphorus (P): 0.04% Max. Confirm the governing standard, product analysis tolerances and product form before ordering.

Element Symbol Composition
Carbon C 0.90 – 1.03%
Silicon Si 0.15 – 0.30%
Manganese Mn 0.30 – 0.50%
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: 780 – 1000 MPa; Yield Strength: 480 – 700 MPa; Elongation: 6 – 12 %; Hardness: 220 – 310 HB as reference data for AISI 1095 High Carbon Steel. Actual requirements depend on condition, dimensions, test method and specification; these values are not design allowables.

Property Value Unit
Tensile Strength 780 – 1000 MPa
Yield Strength 480 – 700 MPa
Elongation 6 – 12 %
Hardness 220 – 310 HB
MATERIAL DATA

Physical Properties

Density Approx. 7.85 g/cm³
Elastic Modulus Approx. 200 GPa
Thermal Conductivity Approx. 42 W/m·K
Specific Heat Approx. 486 J/kg·K
Melting Range Approx. 1410 – 1490°C
WHY SELECT THIS MATERIAL

Material Characteristics

AISI 1095 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

Very High Hardness Potential

AISI 1095 can develop high hardness after appropriate hardening.

02

Excellent Spring Potential

The grade is widely used for selected spring and resilient products.

03

Wear Resistance

Hard heat-treated structures can provide useful wear performance.

04

Edge Retention

Its hardness potential supports cutting-edge and blade applications.

AISI 1095 High Carbon Steel Bolting Products

INDUSTRIAL USE

Typical Applications

AISI 1095 High Carbon Steel is selected for applications where strength, hardness, wear resistance or controlled hardenability are important.

01

Knives & Blades

Widely used for selected knife and blade products requiring a hard cutting edge.

02

Springs

Used for spring strip and resilient components.

03

Saw & Cutting Parts

Suitable for selected saw and cutting applications.

04

Wear Components

Used for high-wear components where the service design permits high hardness.

ENGINEERING GUIDE

Engineering Considerations

Material Selection

AISI 1095 benefits from a carefully controlled heat-treatment cycle and suitable tempering.

Heat Treatment

The final balance of hardness and toughness is especially important for blade and spring applications.

Mechanical Requirements

Use the applicable specification and certified heat-treatment data for critical parts.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Werkstoff number for AISI 1095 High Carbon Steel?

The commonly listed Werkstoff / EN cross-reference for AISI 1095 High Carbon Steel is 1.1274. Treat this as a grade comparison, not a guarantee of interchangeability. Verify chemistry, product form, condition and governing specification against the supplier certificate before substitution.

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