AISI 4140 Alloy Steel
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AISI 4140 Alloy Steel (UNS G41400)
Alloy steels are designated by AISI four-digit numbers and comprise different kinds of steels, each with a composition which exceeds the limitations of B, C, Mn, Mo, Ni, Si, Cr, and Va set for carbon steels.
AISI 4140 alloy steel is a chromium-, molybdenum-, and manganese-containing low alloy steel. It has high fatigue strength, abrasion and impact resistance, toughness, and torsional strength. The following datasheet gives an overview of AISI 4140 alloy steel.
Technical data
AISI 4140 Steel equivalent
Country | China | Japan | Germany | USA | British |
Standard | GB/T 3077 | JIS G4105 | DIN (W-Nr.) EN 10250 |
AISI/ASTM ASTM A29 |
BS 970 |
Grade | 42CrMo | SCM440 | 42crmo4/1.7225 | 4140 | EN19/709M40 |
AISI 4140 steel chemical composition
Grade | C | Si | Mn | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni |
42CrMo | 0.38-0.45 | 0.17-0.37 | 0.5-0.80 | ≤0.035 | ≤0.035 | 0.9-1.2 | 0.15-0.25 | - |
SCM440 | 0.38-0.43 | 0.15-0.35 | 0.6-0.85 | ≤0.035 | ≤0.04 | 0.9-1.2 | 0.15-0.30 | - |
42crmo4/1.7225 | 0.38-0.45 | ≤ 0.4 | 0.6-0.9 | ≤0.025 | ≤0.035 | 0.9-1.2 | 0.15-0.30 | - |
4140 | 0.38-0.43 | 0.15-0.35 | 0.75-1.00 | ≤0.035 | ≤0.04 | 0.8-1.1 | 0.15-0.25 | - |
EN19/709M40 | 0.35-0.45 | 0.15-0.35 | 0.5-0.80 | ≤0.035 | ≤0.035 | 0.9-1.5 | 0.2-0.40 | - |
AISI 4140 steel mechanical properties(for guidance only)
Grade | Tensile strength σb(MPa) |
Yield strength σs (MPa) |
Elongation δ5 (%) |
Reduction ψ (%) |
Impact Value Akv (J) |
Hardness |
4140 | ≥1080 | ≥930 | ≥12 | ≥45 | ≥63 | 28-32HRC |
AISI 4140 steel overviews
Size | Round | Dia 6-1200mm |
Plate/Flat/Block | Thickness 6mm-500mm |
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Width 20mm-1000mm |
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Heat treatment | Normalized ; Annealed ; Quenched ; Tempered | |
Surface condition | Black; Peeled; Polished; Machined; Grinded; Turned; Milled | |
Delivery condition | Forged; Hot rolled; Cold drawn | |
Test | Tensile strength, Yield strength, elongation, area of reduction, impact value, hardness, grain size, ultrasonic test, US inspection, magnetic particle testing, etc. | |
Payment terms | T/T;L/C;/Money gram/ Paypal | |
Trade terms | FOB; CIF; C&F; etc.. | |
Delivery time | 30-45 days | |
Application | AISI 4140 steel finds many applications as forgings for the aerospace,oil and gas,automotive, agricultural and defense industries etc. Typical applications for 4140 steel uses include:forged gears,spindles,fixtures,jigs,collars,Axles,conveyor parts,crow bars,logging parts,shafts,sprockets,studs,pinions,pump shafts, rams, and ring gears etc |
Physical Properties
The physical properties of AISI 4140 alloy steel are highlighted in the following table.
Properties | Metric | Imperial |
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Density | 7.85 g/cm3 | 0.284 lb/in³ |
Melting point | 1416°C | 2580°F |
Mechanical Properties
The following table outlines the mechanical properties of AISI 4140 alloy steel.
Properties | Metric | Imperial |
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Tensile strength | 655 MPa | 95000 psi |
Yield strength | 415 MPa | 60200 psi |
Bulk modulus (typical for steel) | 140 GPa | 20300 ksi |
Shear modulus (typical for steel) | 80 GPa | 11600 ksi |
Elastic modulus | 190-210 GPa | 27557-30458 ksi |
Poisson's ratio | 0.27-0.30 | 0.27-0.30 |
Elongation at break (in 50 mm) | 25.70% | 25.70% |
Hardness, Brinell | 197 | 197 |
Hardness, Knoop (converted from Brinell hardness) | 219 | 219 |
Hardness, Rockwell B (converted from Brinell hardness) | 92 | 92 |
Hardness, Rockwell C (converted from Brinell hardness. Value below normal HRC range, for comparison purposes only) | 13 | 13 |
Hardness, Vickers (converted from Brinell hardness) | 207 | 207 |
Machinability (based on AISI 1212 as 100 machinability) | 65 | 65 |
Thermal Properties
The thermal properties of AISI 4140 alloy steel are given in the following table.
Properties | Metric | Imperial |
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Thermal expansion coefficient (@ 0-100°C/32-212°F) | 12.2 µm/m°C | 6.78 µin/in°F |
Thermal conductivity (@ 100°C) | 42.6 W/mK | 296 BTU in/hr.ft².°F |
Other Designations
Other designations equivalent to AISI 4140 alloy steel are listed in the following table.
AMS 6349 | ASTM A193 (B7, B7M) | ASTM A506 (4140) | ASTM A752 (4140) |
AMS 6381 | ASTM A194 ( 7M) | ASTM A513 | ASTM A829 |
AMS 6382 | ASTM A29 (4140) | ASTM A513 (4140) | SAE J1397 (4140) |
AMS 6390 | ASTM A320 (L7, L7M, L7D) | ASTM A519 (4140) | SAE J404 (4140) |
AMS 6395 | ASTM A322 (4140) | ASTM A646 (4140) | SAE J412 (4140) |
AMS 6529 | ASTM A331 (4140) | ASTM A711 |
Fabrication and Heat Treatment
Machinability
AISI 4140 alloy steel has good machinability in the annealed condition.
Forming
AISI 4140 alloy steel has high ductility. It can be formed using conventional techniques in the annealed condition. It requires more pressure or force for forming because it is tougher than plain carbon steels.
Welding
AISI 4140 alloy steel can be welded using all conventional techniques. However, the mechanical properties of this steel will be affected if it is welded in the heat-treated condition, and post-weld heat treatment should be performed.
Heat Treatment
AISI 4140 alloy steel is heated at 845°C (1550°F) followed by quenching in oil. Before hardening, it can be normalized by heating it at 913°C (1675°F) for a long period of time, followed by air cooling.
Forging
AISI 4140 alloy steel is forged at 926 to 1205°C (1700 to 2200°F)
Hot Working
AISI 4140 alloy steel can be hot worked at 816 to 1038°C (1500 to 1900°F)
Cold Working
AISI 4140 alloy steel can be cold worked using conventional methods in the annealed condition.
Annealing
AISI 4140 alloy steel is annealed at 872°C (1600°F) followed by slowly cooling in the furnace.
Tempering
AISI 4140 alloy steel can be tempered at 205 to 649°C (400 to 1200°F) depending upon the desired hardness level. The hardness of the steel can be increased if it has a lower tempering temperature. For example, a tensile strength of 225 ksi can be achieved by tempering at 316°C (600°F), and tensile strength of 130 ksi can be achieved by tempering at 538°C (1000°F).
Hardening
AISI 4140 alloy steel can be hardened by cold working, or heating and quenching.
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