CK-35 carbon steel

Introduction

we manufacture forging ingots, billets, and blooms in carbon steel specifically for CK-35, designed for medium-strength engineering applications. CK-35 is a medium carbon, non-alloy steel known for its good balance of strength, toughness, and machinability. It is suitable for components that require moderate Mechanical properties and good response to heat treatment. With controlled carbon and manganese content, CK-35 offers reliable performance in general engineering, automotive, and machined part applications at a cost-effective level.

Chemical composition

Element Content (%) Function / effect
Carbon (c) 0.32 – 0.39 Provides strength and hardness
Manganese (mn) 0.50 – 0.80 Improves hardenability and toughness
Silicon (si) Max 0.40 Enhances strength and elasticity
Phosphorus (p) Max 0.035 Impurity; controlled to maintain toughness
Sulphur (s) Max 0.035 Impurity; controlled for machinability

Mechanical properties (typical – heat treated)

  • tensile strength: 550 – 700 MPa
  • yield strength: 300 – 450 MPa
  • hardness: 170 – 220 hb
  • toughness: good (properties may vary depending on section size and heat treatment)

Heat treatment

  • annealing: improves machinability and softens the steel
  • normalizing: refines grain structure and improves strength
  • quenching & tempering: used when higher strength and hardness are required heat treatment parameters can be adjusted based on end-use requirements.

Key features and benefits

  • good balance of strength and toughness
  • good machinability in annealed condition
  • consistent performance after heat treatment
  • cost-effective medium carbon steel
  • suitable for forging and machining

Typical applications

  • shafts and axles
  • bolts, studs, and fasteners
  • pins, rods, and bushes
  • general engineering and automotive components
  • forged and machined parts

Equivalent steel grades

  • en8 (approximate equivalent)
  • c35 (din / en standard)
  • aisi 1035 (american standard)

Why choose CK-35 for your application?

CK-35 offers a reliable combination of moderate strength, good machinability, and cost efficiency. It is ideal for components that do not require high alloy content but still need consistent mechanical performance.

Comparison table for similar grades

Grade Carbon (%) Key applications Heat treatment Comments
CK-35 0.32 – 0.39 Shafts, fasteners Normalizing / q&t Good machinability and strength
C35 0.32 – 0.39 General engineering Normalizing Din / en equivalent
En8 0.35 – 0.45 Engineering parts Normalizing / q&t Slightly higher carbon
Aisi 1035 0.32 – 0.38 Machined components Normalizing American equivalent

Summary

CK-35 is a versatile medium carbon steel suitable for a wide range of general engineering applications. With good mechanical properties, heat treatment flexibility, and economical pricing, it remains a practical choice for industrial use.