080A47 Carbon Steel
We are 080A47 Carbon Steel Manufacturers, Suppliers, and Exporters in Mumbai, India. STEEL MART is an ISO 9001:2015 certified company established in 1986, with decades of experience in supplying high-quality carbon steel products to various industries. We specialize in manufacturing and supplying 080A47 Carbon Steels (BS 970 080A47 / EN8D / C48) that meet national and international quality standards for automotive, heavy machinery, hydraulic, and gear manufacturing applications. 080A47 Carbon Steel is a medium carbon engineering steel known for its high tensile strength (600-780 MPa normalized / 750-900+ MPa Q&T), high yield strength, excellent wear resistance, and outstanding induction/flame surface hardenability (55-60 HRC). With carbon content balanced between 0.42% and 0.50% and higher manganese levels, 080A47 offers superior strength, core toughness, and wear resistance compared to standard EN8 grades, making it ideal for heavily stressed components. 080A47 is typically supplied in hot rolled, cold drawn, normalized, or quenched and tempered (Q&T) condition, ensuring consistent mechanical strength and fatigue resistance. This carbon steel grade is widely used for manufacturing axles, drive shafts, crankshafts, connecting rods, gears, hydraulic cylinder rods, studs, and wear plates.
Our 080A47 Carbon Steels are 100% Prime – Tested & Guaranteed, ensuring precise chemical composition, dimensional accuracy, and consistent mechanical properties. Each product is supplied with proper Mill Test Certificates (MTC) confirming compliance with BS 970 / EN standards. STEEL MART follows strict quality control procedures and ensures timely delivery.
What is 080A47 Carbon Steel?
080A47 Carbon Steel (BS 970 080A47 / EN8D / C48) is an unalloyed medium carbon engineering steel grade suitable for stressed machinery parts requiring higher tensile strength, fatigue endurance, and wear resistance than standard mild steels. Supplied in hot rolled, cold drawn, normalized, or quenched and tempered conditions, it provides uniform hardness, excellent surface finishability, and high structural reliability for heavy engineering components.
High Tensile Strength
Delivers 600-780 MPa normalized and up to 900+ MPa in quenched and tempered state.
Surface Hardening
Readily responds to induction or flame hardening to achieve 55-60 HRC surface case.
Good Machinability
Offers 55-60% machinability rating in annealed or normalized condition.
Superior Wear Resistance
Medium carbon structure ensures high resistance to surface abrasion and galling.
Tough Core Properties
Quenched and tempered bar core maintains high impact energy and fracture toughness.
Full Traceability
Supplied with complete chemical heat analysis and EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificates.
Why Choose STEEL MART for 080A47 Carbon Steel
STEEL MART is the preferred choice for purchasing 080A47 Carbon Steel due to its strong reputation for quality and reliability. With over 40 years of experience in the steel industry, the company ensures that every product meets strict industry standards. The company follows strict quality inspection procedures to ensure that every 080A47 Carbon Steel product meets international standards.
Each product is carefully tested to ensure durability, strength, and performance. Customers trust STEEL MART for consistent quality, competitive pricing, and timely delivery. The company maintains a large inventory to meet urgent and bulk requirements efficiently. In addition to 080A47 Carbon Steels, STEEL MART also supplies a wide range of carbon steel and alloy steel products for various industrial applications.
Chemical Composition of 080A47 Carbon Steel
| Element | Composition (%) |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 0.42 – 0.50 % |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.70 – 1.00 % |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.10 – 0.40 % |
| Sulphur (S) | 0.050 % Max |
| Phosphorus (P) | 0.050 % Max |
This chemical composition ensures optimal strength, hardness, and surface hardenability.
Equivalent Grades of 080A47 Carbon Steel
| Standard | Equivalent Grade |
|---|---|
| BS 970 | 080A47 / 080M46 / EN8D |
| AISI / SAE | 1045 / 1049 / 1050 |
| DIN / W.Nr. | C48 / 1.0532 / C45 |
| EN | C48E / C45 |
| IS | 45C8 / 50C8 |
These equivalent grades ensure global compatibility across projects.
Mechanical Properties of 080A47 Carbon Steel
The mechanical properties of 080A47 Carbon Steels make them suitable for medium-to-high stress machinery components. In normalized or quenched & tempered condition, this grade delivers high yield strength, excellent wear endurance, and reliable impact resistance.
Heat Treatment & Processing of 080A47 Carbon Steel
080A47 Carbon Steels can be processed using standard heat treatment techniques.
Normalizing
Heated to 830°C–860°C and air-cooled to refine grain structure and grain size.
Annealing
Heated to 800°C–850°C for maximum machineability and ductility.
Hardening & Quenching
Heated to 820°C–860°C and quenched in oil or water to develop high core strength.
Induction / Flame Hardening
Surface heated to 850°C–900°C and water quenched for 55-60 HRC hard skin.
080A47 Carbon Steel Industry Applications
080A47 Carbon Steels are widely used across multiple industrial sectors.
Automotive Engineering
Used for drive shafts, axles, crankshafts, gears, and connecting rods.
Heavy Machinery
Used in hydraulic cylinder rods, stressed pins, and high load shafts.
High Strength Fasteners
Used for heavy-duty studs, bolts, and threaded couplers.
General Manufacturing
Used in spindle shafts, key stock, and wear plates.
Agricultural Equipment
Used in tractor axles, harvester pins, and power shafts.
Oil & Energy Equipment
Used for valve rods, pump shafts, and structural couplings.
Availability and Customization
At STEEL MART, we supply 080A47 Carbon Steels in a wide range of sizes and specifications.
| Diameter | Diameter ranging from 10 mm to 550 mm |
| Condition | Available in As-Rolled / Normalized / Bright Drawn / Q&T condition |
| Length | Standard lengths from 3 meters to 6 meters |
| Finish | Bright drawn, black hot rolled, peeled, and turned finish available |
| Customization | Custom cut sizes available as per project requirements |
| Services | Machining, cutting, turning, and grinding services available |
| Certification | Supplied with Mill Test Certificates and inspection reports |
Our strict quality control ensures consistent quality.
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080A47 Carbon Steel (BS 970 080A47 / EN8D / C48) is a highly reliable medium carbon engineering steel widely specified across automotive, machinery, and industrial engineering applications. Featuring high yield strength, outstanding surface hardenability, and excellent wear resistance, it provides high fatigue endurance for axles, drive shafts, gears, hydraulic cylinder rods, studs, and forged components. Supplied by STEEL MART with strict quality assurance and full Mill Test Certification, 080A47 Carbon Steel is a dependable solution for engineering applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common answers regarding 080A47 Carbon Steel specifications and parameters.
It offers excellent tensile strength (600-780 MPa), good wear resistance, high fatigue strength, and responds exceptionally well to induction surface hardening.
Yes, 080A47 (EN8D) can be induction or flame hardened to achieve a high wear-resistant case hardness of 55-60 HRC while maintaining a tough core.
BS 970 080A47 / 080M46, EN8D, AISI 1045 / 1049, DIN C48 (1.0532), and IS 45C8.
It is weldable with suitable pre-heating (200°C–300°C) and low hydrogen electrodes to prevent heat-affected zone cracking due to medium carbon content.
Black hot rolled, centerless ground bright drawn, normalized, turned, and quenched & tempered (Q&T) conditions.