LOW CARBON STEEL

AISI 1536

AISI 1536 is listed in the LOW 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 1536
MATERIAL INTRODUCTION

AISI 1536

The reference chemistry table for AISI 1536 lists Carbon (C): 0.30–0.37; Manganese (Mn): 1.20–1.50; Silicon (Si): 0.35 Max; Phosphorus (P): 0.040 Max. Confirm exact limits and analysis tolerances against the governing standard and product form.

The mechanical-property table for AISI 1536 lists Tensile Strength: 480 – 640 MPa; Yield Strength: 280 – 430 MPa; Elongation: 20 – 30 %; Hardness: Approx. 140 – 190 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 1536 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 1536.

Material AISI 1536
UNS Number G15360
Werkstoff Number No verified one-to-one equivalent
Material Type Manganese Medium-Low Carbon Steel
MATERIAL PROPERTIES

Chemical Composition

The reference chemistry table lists Carbon (C): 0.30–0.37; Manganese (Mn): 1.20–1.50; Silicon (Si): 0.35 Max; Phosphorus (P): 0.040 Max. Confirm the governing standard, product analysis tolerances and product form before ordering.

Element Symbol Composition
Carbon C 0.30–0.37
Manganese Mn 1.20–1.50
Silicon Si 0.35 Max
Phosphorus P 0.040 Max
Sulfur S 0.050 Max
Iron Fe Balance
PERFORMANCE DATA

Mechanical Properties

The table reports Tensile Strength: 480 – 640 MPa; Yield Strength: 280 – 430 MPa; Elongation: 20 – 30 %; Hardness: Approx. 140 – 190 HB as reference data for AISI 1536. Actual requirements depend on condition, dimensions, test method and specification; these values are not design allowables.

Property Value Unit
Tensile Strength 480 – 640 MPa
Yield Strength 280 – 430 MPa
Elongation 20 – 30 %
Hardness Approx. 140 – 190 HB
MATERIAL DATA

Physical Properties

Density Approx. 7.85 g/cm³
Elastic Modulus Approx. 200 GPa
Thermal Conductivity Approx. 45 – 60 W/m·K
Specific Heat Approx. 486 J/kg·K
Melting Range Approx. 1425 – 1540°C
WHY SELECT THIS MATERIAL

Material Characteristics

AISI 1536 provides a practical balance of strength, ductility and machinability for its grade family. The final performance depends strongly on chemistry, product size and heat treatment.

01

Strength & Hardness

Carbon content and heat treatment can be used to increase strength and surface hardness.

02

Machinability

Machinability varies by sulfur level, carbon level, microstructure and condition.

03

Formability & Weldability

Lower carbon grades generally provide easier forming and welding; preheat and procedure control may be needed as carbon rises.

04

Heat-Treatment Response

Many grades in this range can respond to normalizing, annealing, quenching and tempering according to grade and section size.

AISI 1536 Bolting Products

INDUSTRIAL USE

Typical Applications

AISI 1536 may be selected for shafts, fasteners, machined components, gears, pins, forgings and general engineering parts, with the exact application dependent on grade, size and condition.

01

Fasteners & Bolting

Used for bolts, studs, nuts and threaded parts when the grade and heat-treatment condition meet the required mechanical class.

02

Shafts & Pins

Commonly considered for pins, axles, shafts and other load-bearing machine components.

03

Gears & Forgings

Selected medium-carbon grades can be used for gears, forgings and wear-prone machine parts after suitable treatment.

04

Machined Components

Free-machining grades are used where chip control and production machining are important.

ENGINEERING GUIDE

Engineering Considerations

Material Selection

Select AISI 1536 using the applicable standard, required product form, size, heat treatment and service conditions. Verify chemistry and mechanical certification.

Weldability & Fabrication

Weldability generally decreases as carbon and alloying increase. Use qualified welding procedures, and consider preheat/interpass control where required.

Mechanical Requirements

Do not use the indicative web values as design allowables. Final properties depend on section size, treatment, reduction and supply condition.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Werkstoff number for AISI 1536?

No one-to-one Werkstoff number was verified for AISI 1536 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.

Is AISI 1536 heat treatable?

Carbon-steel grades in this range can be annealed, normalized and, for suitable grades and section sizes, quenched and tempered. The permitted treatment depends on the grade and product standard.

Is AISI 1536 corrosion resistant?

Carbon steel is not inherently stainless and normally requires suitable coating, paint, plating or environmental control when corrosion protection is required.

Where is AISI 1536 used?

Typical applications include engineered fasteners, shafts, pins, gears, machined components, forgings and general structural or machine parts where the grade is appropriate.

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