1045 CARBON STEEL

1045 steel is a versatile medium-carbon steel plate classified under the ASTM A830 specification. The numeric portion of the title 1045 steel plate is derived from ‘10’ meaning basic carbon steel and ‘45’ designates the approximate carbon content. Known for its balance of strength, toughness, and wear resistance, 1045 steel is widely used in applications such as die forging, hot upsetting, gears, bolster plates, shafts, crankshafts, large sprockets, and more. The 1045 steel plate can also be flame cut if needed for a slew of applications, in either annealed or hardened condition. Ideal for applications requiring greater strength than lower-carbon steels, 1045 steel delivers durability and reliability across multiple industries.