Alloy structural steel for shafts, gears, bolts, and general mechanical parts.

40Cr is a widely used alloy structural steel with good hardenability and strength after heat treatment.

40Cr steel bars in warehouse
Key pointGood hardenability and stable strength after heat treatment.

Commonly used for mechanical parts, transmission shafts, and gear components.

Balanced alloy steel for common industrial parts.

The grade suits customers who need a practical structural steel with predictable heat-treatment response and broad machining use.

Introduction

40Cr is a widely used alloy structural steel with good hardenability and strength after heat treatment. It is commonly used for shafts, gears, and bolts.

Equivalent grades
GB40Cr
DIN41Cr4
JISSCr440
Chemical composition
C0.37 - 0.44
Si0.17 - 0.37
Mn0.50 - 0.80
Cr0.80 - 1.10
Mechanical properties
Tensile strength≥ 800 MPa
Yield strength≥ 540 MPa
Specifications
Diameter20 - 300 mm
Length3 - 12 m
ConditionAnnealed / QT
Applications
  • Transmission shafts
  • Gear components
  • Mechanical parts
  • Automotive components
Manufacturing options
  • Hot rolled or forged supply
  • Heat-treatment support
  • Rough machining and finish machining
  • Surface treatment on request
Inspection points
  • Chemical check
  • Mechanical testing
  • Ultrasonic testing available
  • Dimensional inspection

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