EN 2A Free Cutting Steel
We are EN 2A Free Cutting 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 free-cutting steel products to various industries. We specialize in manufacturing and supplying EN 2A Free Cutting Steels (BS 970 040A10 / EN2A / DIN C10 / W.Nr 1.0301 / AISI 1010 / SAE 1010) that meet national and international quality standards for cold headed fasteners, precision formed components, light machining bushes, and welded structural assemblies. EN 2A Free Cutting Steel is a low-carbon engineering steel specifically specified under British Standards (BS 970) for applications requiring a combination of excellent cold formability, light machinability, and superior weldability. Formulated with controlled Carbon (0.12% max), Manganese (0.30–0.60%), and balanced Sulphur/Phosphorus levels, EN 2A provides outstanding ductility, allowing severe cold bending, swaging, riveting, and cold extrusion without cracking. In cold drawn supply condition (+C), EN 2A delivers high dimensional accuracy, uniform bar straightness, and improved yield strength (250–350 MPa). It also responds well to case hardening / carburizing when a wear-resistant surface layer is required over a ductile core. Because of its versatile cold forming and machining balance, EN 2A Steel is widely specified across automotive body pressings, cold headed rivets, tie rods, light bushes, and electrical hardware.
Our EN 2A Free Cutting Steels are 100% Prime – Tested & Guaranteed, ensuring precise chemical composition, dimensional accuracy, and consistent formability. Each product is supplied with proper Mill Test Certificates (MTC) confirming compliance with BS 970 / EN 10277 standards with EN 10204 3.1 certification. STEEL MART follows strict quality control procedures and ensures timely delivery.
What is EN 2A Free Cutting Steel?
EN 2A Steel (BS 970 040A10 / EN2A / DIN C10 / W.Nr 1.0301 / AISI 1010 / SAE 1010) is a low-carbon unalloyed cold forming and light machining steel specified under British Standards (BS 970). Engineered for components requiring severe cold heading, pressing, bending, and light lathe turning, EN 2A provides exceptional ductility and low work-hardening tendency. Formulated with 0.12% max Carbon, 0.30–0.60% Manganese, and low phosphorus and sulphur levels, EN 2A offers high grain uniformity and excellent surface cleanliness. In cold drawn condition (+C), EN 2A exhibits high dimensional accuracy, uniform bar straightness, and enhanced yield strength (250–350 MPa). It can also be carburized / case hardened to achieve a wear-resistant surface case over a shock-absorbing core. It is widely specified for cold-headed rivets, pressings, automotive tie rods, linkage pins, light bushings, and welded engineering assemblies.
Cold Formability
High ductility enables cold heading, pressing, & severe bending without cracking.
Light Machinability
Good turning performance for low-stress bushes, spacers, & turned studs.
100% Weldability
Low carbon content allows welding without preheating or post-weld stress relief.
380–500 MPa Tensile
Cold drawn (+C) finish provides smooth surface brightness & reliable tensile strength.
Carburizing Response
Responds to case hardening for wear-resistant surfaces over a ductile core.
Fasteners & Rivets
Ideal choice for cold headed rivets, pressed brackets, tie rods, & light fittings.
Why Choose STEEL MART for EN 2A Free Cutting Steel
STEEL MART is the preferred choice for purchasing EN 2A Free Cutting 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 EN 2A Free Cutting 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 EN 2A Steels, STEEL MART also supplies a wide range of free-cutting, alloy steel, and carbon steel products for various industrial applications.
Chemical Composition of EN 2A Free Cutting Steel
| Element | Composition (%) |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 0.12 % Max |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.30 – 0.60 % |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.10 – 0.35 % |
| Sulphur (S) | 0.050 % Max |
| Phosphorus (P) | 0.040 % Max |
Low Carbon (0.12% max) ensures high ductility for cold heading and severe cold deformation.
Equivalent Grades of EN 2A Free Cutting Steel
| Standard | Equivalent Grade |
|---|---|
| BS 970 | 040A10 / EN2A |
| DIN / EN | C10 / 1.0301 / C10E |
| AISI / SAE | AISI 1010 / SAE 1010 |
| JIS | S10C |
| ISO | C10 |
These international equivalents ensure global engineering specification compatibility.
Mechanical Properties of EN 2A Free Cutting Steel (Cold Drawn)
The mechanical properties of EN 2A Free Cutting Steels make them ideal for cold heading, pressed components, light turned bushes, and welded assemblies. In cold drawn condition (+C), EN 2A delivers reliable tensile strength and excellent ductility.
Manufacturing & Cold Processing of EN 2A Free Cutting Steel
EN 2A Free Cutting Steel bars undergo hot rolling, descaling, precision cold drawing (+C), and cold heading to form high-integrity fasteners and engineering components.
Hot Rolling (1050°C - 1150°C)
Primary hot rolling into wire rods and round/hex bar profiles with controlled grain refinement.
Shot Blasting & Pickling
Surface descaling to remove oxide scale prior to cold drawing operations.
Precision Cold Drawing (+C)
Drawn through carbide dies to increase yield strength and establish h9 / h10 tolerances.
Cold Heading & Forming
Cold headed or pressed into rivets, studs, linkage pins, and custom fasteners.
EN 2A Industry Applications
EN 2A Free Cutting Steels are widely used across Cold Headed Rivets, Automotive Pressings, Light Machined Bushes, Tie Rods, and Welded Assemblies.
Cold Headed Rivets & Fasteners
High-volume solid & semi-tubular rivets, cold formed pins, & low-stress bolts.
Light Machined Bushes & Spacers
Light-duty turned bushes, spacer rings, washers, & low-stress pivot pins.
Automotive Linkages & Rods
Control linkage rods, tie rods, pedal shafts, door hinge pins, & pressed bracketry.
Welded Structural Assemblies
Welded frames, tubular fittings, light brackets, & agricultural equipment spares.
Electrical Hardware & Accessories
Stamping blanks, transformer brackets, grounding clamps, & conduit fittings.
General Hardware & Domestic Spares
Appliance shafts, hinge pins, lawnmower components, & general engineering hardware.
Availability and Customization
At STEEL MART, we supply EN 2A Free Cutting Steels in a wide range of sizes and specifications.
| Profiles Available | Round Bars, Hexagon Bars, Square Bars, Flat Bars, & Wire Rod Coils |
| Diameter / Size | Round: 5 mm to 100 mm | Hex: 6 mm to 75 mm AF | Square: 6 mm to 50 mm |
| Condition | Supplied in Cold Drawn (+C), Hot Rolled, or Turned condition |
| Length | Standard lengths from 3 meters to 6 meters |
| Tolerances | h9, h10, or h11 precision drawn tolerance per ISO / DIN 175 |
| Customization | Band-saw cut-to-length and chamfered bar ends available upon request |
| Certification | Supplied with 100% Prime Mill Test Certificate (EN 10204 3.1) |
Our strict quality control ensures consistent chemical composition and cold forming performance.
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EN 2A Free Cutting Steel (BS 970 040A10 / EN2A / DIN C10 / W.Nr 1.0301 / AISI 1010 / SAE 1010) is a versatile low-carbon cold forming steel widely specified across cold headed rivets, pressed automotive brackets, light turned bushes, tie rods, and welded structural assemblies. Combining low carbon content (0.12% max) for high cold ductility, excellent weldability without preheating, and good light machining response in cold drawn condition (+C), it delivers cost-effective and reliable performance for light engineering components. Supplied by STEEL MART with strict quality inspection and full EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certification, EN 2A Steel is a benchmark grade for cold heading and light machining.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common answers regarding EN 2A Free Cutting Steel specifications and parameters.
EN 2A contains max 0.12% Carbon, 0.30–0.60% Manganese, 0.10–0.35% Silicon, max 0.050% Sulphur, and max 0.040% Phosphorus.
EN 2A offers high cold ductility, excellent formability for cold heading/swaging, superior weldability, and good light machinability in cold drawn condition (+C).
EN 2A (BS 970 040A10) is equivalent to German DIN C10 (W.Nr 1.0301) and American AISI 1010 / SAE 1010 in chemical composition and mechanical characteristics.
Cold headed rivets, pressed automotive brackets, tie rods, light turned bushes, spacers, electrical hardware, and welded tubular assemblies.
STEEL MART supplies EN 2A in round bars, hexagon bars, square bars, flat bars, and wire rod coils in Cold Drawn (+C), Hot Rolled, or Turned condition with EN 10204 3.1 mill test certificates.