What products does Kesari Alloys manufacture?

Kesari Alloys manufactures alloy steel Forging ingots, billets, blooms and rolled bars for forging, engineering and industrial applications.

Where is Kesari Alloys located?

Kesari Alloys Private Limited is located in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, India.

Is Kesari Alloys an ISO certified manufacturer?

Yes, Kesari Alloys follows strict quality systems and international manufacturing standards for steel production.

What is the chemical composition of SAE 1020 carbon steel?

SAE 1020 carbon steel typically contains: Carbon (c) 0.18 - 0.23, Manganese (Mn) 0.30 - 0.60, Phosphorus (p) 0.040 max, Sulphur (s) 0.050 max, Silicon (si) 0.10 - 0.35.

What are the typical applications of SAE 1020 carbon steel?

Typical applications of SAE 1020 carbon steel include: Fabricated structures, Automotive parts with low load requirements, Pipes and tubes, Machine bases and frames, General light engineering components.

What are the mechanical properties of SAE 1020 carbon steel?

Key mechanical properties of SAE 1020 carbon steel include: Tensile strength: 350 - 480 MPa; Yield strength: 210 - 350 MPa; Elongation: 28 - 35 %; Hardness: 120 - 160 HB.

SAE 1020 carbon steel

Introduction

We manufacture forging ingots, billets, and blooms in carbon steel specifically for SAE 1020, designed for low strength engineering applications where good ductility, weldability, and formability are required.

SAE 1020 forging ingots manufacturer India - Kesari Alloys supplies this grade in forging ingots from its plant in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan to customers across Delhi NCR and India.

SAE 1020 is a low carbon, unalloyed steel with approximately 0.20% carbon content. It offers excellent machinability, high ductility, and good weldability, making it ideal for fabrication and components subjected to low to moderate mechanical loads.

Chemical composition

Element	Content (%)	Function / effect
Carbon (c)	0.18 - 0.23	Provides low to moderate strength and good ductility
Manganese (Mn)	0.30 - 0.60	Improves toughness and hardenability
Phosphorus (p)	0.040 max	Controlled to prevent brittleness
Sulphur (s)	0.050 max	Improves machinability when controlled
Silicon (si)	0.10 - 0.35	Acts as deoxidizer and improves strength
Chromium (cr)	Nil	Not intentionally added
Nickel (ni)	Nil	Not present
Molybdenum (mo)	Nil	Not present
Other elements	—	No significant alloying additions

Mechanical properties

(Properties may vary depending on section size and heat treatment conditions)

Tensile strength: 350 - 480 MPa
Yield strength: 210 - 350 MPa
Elongation: 28 - 35 %
Hardness: 120 - 160 HB

Heat treatment

Annealing: improves softness and machinability
Normalizing: refines grain structure and improves uniformity
Quenching & tempering: limited use due to low carbon content

Key features and benefits

Excellent ductility and formability
Very good weldability and machinability
Cost-effective for low strength applications
Suitable for fabrication and light mechanical parts
Widely available and versatile

Typical applications

Fabricated structures
Automotive parts with low load requirements
Pipes and tubes
Machine bases and frames
General light engineering components

Equivalent steel grades

SAE 1020 has several international equivalents, including:

EN3 (BS standard)
DIN 1.0402
C22 (EN standard)

Why Choose SAE 1020 For Your Application?

SAE 1020 Is An Excellent Choice For Applications Requiring Moderate Strength, Good Machinability, And Case Hardening Capability. Its Versatility And Ease Of Processing Make It Suitable For A Wide Range Of Engineering And Automotive Components.

Comparison Table For Similar Grades

Grade	Carbon (%)	Key Applications	Heat Treatment	Comments
SAE 1020	0.17 - 0.23	Shafts, Gears	Carburizing	Balanced properties
EN C22 (1.0402)	0.18 - 0.23	Engineering parts	Carburizing	Closest equivalent
DIN 1.0402	0.18 - 0.23	Automotive parts	Carburizing	German equivalent
JIS S20C	~ 0.18 - 0.23	Machine parts	Carburizing	Japanese equivalent
IS 2062	Low C	Structural use	Annealed	Application-based match

Summary

SAE 1020 is a low carbon steel with excellent ductility, formability, and weldability, suitable for a wide range of light engineering and fabrication applications. For higher strength and performance requirements, grades like 42CrMo4 are recommended.