SCM-435H alloy steel

Introduction

We manufacture forging ingots, billets, and blooms in alloy steel specifically for scm-435H, tailored for high-performance engineering and heat-treated applications. Scm-435H is a medium carbon chromium-molybdenum alloy steel designed with controlled hardenability, ensuring uniform heat treatment response and consistent Mechanical properties throughout the component. It is widely used for parts subjected to high stress, dynamic loading, and fatigue conditions.

The addition of chromium improves hardenability and wear resistance, while molybdenum enhances strength, fatigue resistance, and resistance to temper brittleness. Scm-435H offers good machinability in the annealed condition and excellent dimensional stability after heat treatment, making it suitable for critical automotive and heavy engineering components.

This steel provides an excellent balance of strength, toughness, and reliability for demanding industrial applications.

Chemical composition

Element Content (%) Function / effect
Carbon (c) 0.33 – 0.38 Provides strength and hardness
Manganese (mn) 0.60 – 0.85 Improves hardenability and toughness
Silicon (si) 0.15 – 0.35 Improves strength and elasticity
Chromium (cr) 0.90 – 1.20 Enhances hardenability and wear resistance
Molybdenum (mo) 0.15 – 0.30 Improves fatigue resistance and high-temperature strength
Phosphorus (p) Max 0.030 Impurity; lower content improves toughness
Sulphur (s) Max 0.030 Impurity; controlled content improves machinability

Mechanical properties (typical, depending on condition & heat treatment)

  • Tensile strength: 900 – 1100 MPa
  • Yield strength: 700 – 850 MPa
  • Hardness: 28 – 36 HRC (after quenching and tempering)
  • Impact toughness: High
  • Fatigue resistance: Excellent

Heat treatment

  • annealing: performed to soften the steel and improve machinability before final processing.
  • quenching: heating to approximately 830 – 870°c followed by rapid cooling to obtain high hardness and strength.
  • tempering: reheating at controlled temperature to relieve internal stresses and improve toughness while maintaining required hardness.

Controlled hardenability in scm-435H ensures uniform hardness distribution and consistent Mechanical properties across various section sizes.

Key features and benefits

  • controlled hardenability for uniform heat treatment response
  • high strength and toughness for heavy load applications
  • excellent fatigue resistance under cyclic stress
  • good wear resistance for extended service life
  • good machinability in annealed condition
  • dimensional stability after heat treatment
  • suitable for forging and precision engineering applications

Typical applications

  • automotive shafts and axle components
  • high-strength bolts and fasteners
  • gears and transmission components
  • crankshafts and connecting rods
  • forged heavy engineering components
  • power transmission and structural machinery parts

Equivalent steel grades

Scm-435H has several international near equivalents, including:

  • 34crmo4h (en standard) – controlled hardenability european alloy steel
  • AISI 4135h – american chromium-molybdenum alloy steel
  • din 1.7220h – german controlled hardenability grade

Why choose scm-435H for your application?

Scm-435H is preferred for applications requiring consistent mechanical performance and reliable heat treatment results. Its controlled hardenability helps minimize distortion, ensures uniform hardness, and improves product reliability. Additionally, its high strength and fatigue resistance make it ideal for critical engineering and automotive components.

Comparison table for similar grades

Grade Carbon (%) Key applications Heat treatment Comments
Scm-435H 0.33 – 0.38 Shafts, gears, fasteners, automotive parts Quenching & tempering Controlled hardenability steel
34crmo4h 0.30 – 0.37 Automotive and heavy engineering components Quenching & tempering European equivalent
Aisi 4135h 0.33 – 0.38 Machinery and transmission components Quenching & tempering American equivalent
Din 1.7220h 0.30 – 0.37 Precision engineering components Quenching & tempering German equivalent

Summary

Scm-435H is a high-performance chromium-molybdenum alloy steel designed for quenching and tempering applications where controlled hardenability is required. It provides excellent strength, toughness, and durability for components operating under high stress and dynamic loading conditions.