This database identifies NOMINAL equivalencies for the purpose of identifying grades that machine similarly.

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*DISCLAIMERS

  • This database identifies nominal equivalencies for the purpose of identifying grades that machine similarly.
  • Grade equivalencies identified DO NOT take into account process path variations, applicable mechanical property, internal cleanliness or other expected or implied requirements.
  • Suitability for carburizing and weldability are dependent upon many factors in addition to grade.  This information provided as a general guideline and reality check. 
  • More than one Werkstoffe number may apply to a single US grade due to variations in the foreign systems.
  • The purpose of this utility is to identify nominally equivalent materials from a machining standpoint.  No warranty is made that the materials identified are suitable for a particular application, process or use. 
  • Information compiled from numerous foreign and domestic reference sources.  Any questions or concerns, please contact Miles Free III, Director of Industry Affairs via email or 440-526-0300. 
  • Machinability for carbon steel grades .55 carbon and above are for annealed cold drawn; all other machinability data for as cold drawn, standard draft material.
  • Surface Feet per Minute (SFM) data are conservative adn are provided as a starting point for your quoting and estimating activity.