Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars Manufacturer, Stockist and Exporter
Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars are widely appreciated for their balanced combination of strength, ductility, and machinability, making them ideal for various industrial and engineering applications. These hexagonal bars are produced using high-quality mild steel grades that provide stable performance in both machining and fabrication environments. Their uniform shape helps in creating precise components across multiple sectors. With excellent weldability and forming capacity, these bars remain a popular choice among manufacturers. The material also supports easy surface treatments like galvanizing and plating, further improving durability.
One of the major advantages of Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars is their superior machinability, which allows for smooth cutting, drilling, and shaping processes. Manufacturers often use these bars to produce high-quality fasteners, nuts, bolts, shafts, and connecting components. Their dimensional accuracy ensures consistent results across large production batches. Additionally, the low carbon content reduces the chances of brittleness, making them suitable for intricate machining tasks. These bars are also known for maintaining good toughness even at lower temperatures.
Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars are available in both hot-rolled and cold-drawn conditions, each offering distinct benefits depending on application needs. Hot-rolled hex bars provide good structural strength and affordability, making them ideal for heavy-duty applications. Cold-drawn hex bars, on the other hand, offer tighter tolerances, smoother surfaces, and enhanced mechanical properties. Whether used in precision engineering, fabrication, or machining, these options deliver reliable and consistent performance.
Worldwide Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars Manufacturer, Stockist and Exporter
Industries such as automotive, construction, machinery, and fabrication widely utilize Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars due to their versatility and cost-effectiveness. Their hexagonal profile makes them an excellent choice for components requiring torque transmission or secure wrenching surfaces. They are also used in making fittings, connectors, couplings, and various fastener products. The material’s adaptability allows it to be bent, welded, or cut with ease, enabling seamless integration into different designs. This reliability has made them a preferred raw material in many sectors worldwide.
In terms of quality and standard specifications, Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars are manufactured in accordance with ASTM, DIN, JIS, and other international norms. These standards ensure consistent chemical composition, mechanical properties, and dimensional accuracy. Customers can choose from a wide range of diameters and lengths to match their application requirements. Additionally, material certificates such as MTC and third-party inspection reports are often available upon request. This guarantees traceability and quality assurance for critical applications.
Surface finish plays a crucial role in the performance of Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars, especially in machined components. Cold-drawn bars usually feature a bright, smooth finish that reduces friction and enhances appearance. Hot-rolled bars come with a mill scale finish, providing a protective layer during storage and handling. Both types can undergo processes like galvanizing, painting, or coating to improve corrosion resistance. These customizable finishing options make them suitable for long-term outdoor or industrial use.
Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars are stocked in a variety of sizes, ensuring quick availability for urgent or bulk requirements. Suppliers offer both metric and imperial sizing options, making them compatible with global engineering standards. Custom cutting, chamfering, and centerless grinding services are also available to meet specific customer needs. Their affordability and dependable performance make them a preferred choice for large-scale manufacturing operations. With excellent mechanical stability and workability, these bars continue to be a fundamental material in metalworking industries.
Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars
Specifications
| Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars – Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Grade | Low Carbon Steel (e.g., 1018, 1020, A36) |
| Shape | Hexagonal (Hex Bar) |
| Sizes Available | 8 mm to 75 mm (Metric) / 1/4” to 3” (Imperial) |
| Length | Standard 3–6 meters or custom cut-to-length |
| Manufacturing Process | Hot Rolled / Cold Drawn / Cold Finished |
| Surface Finish | Bright, Black, Polished, or Customized |
| Standards | ASTM, ASME, DIN, JIS, EN |
| Applications | Fasteners, Shafts, Fittings, Machine Components, Structural Use |
Chemical Composition (Typical Ranges)
| Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars – Chemical Composition | |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 0.15% – 0.25% |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.60% – 1.00% |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤ 0.040% |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤ 0.050% |
| Iron (Fe) | Balance |
Mechanical Properties
| Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars – Mechanical Properties | |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 370 – 440 MPa |
| Yield Strength | 200 – 250 MPa |
| Elongation (in 50 mm) | 20% – 30% |
| Hardness (Brinell) | 100 – 140 HB |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 200 GPa |
| Impact Strength | High (Varies with grade and temperature) |
Dimension Chart
| Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars – Dimension Chart | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hex Size (Across Flats) | Approx. Weight (kg/m) | Hex Size (Across Flats) | Approx. Weight (kg/m) |
| 8 mm | 0.44 | 36 mm | 8.56 |
| 10 mm | 0.69 | 38 mm | 9.53 |
| 12 mm | 1.00 | 40 mm | 10.54 |
| 14 mm | 1.37 | 45 mm | 14.94 |
| 16 mm | 1.78 | 50 mm | 18.86 |
| 18 mm | 2.25 | 55 mm | 23.19 |
| 20 mm | 2.77 | 60 mm | 27.94 |
| 25 mm | 4.34 | 65 mm | 33.11 |
| 30 mm | 6.24 | 70 mm | 38.70 |
| 32 mm | 7.13 | 75 mm | 44.71 |
| 34 mm | 7.83 | 80 mm | 51.02 |
Equivalent 30s
| Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars – Equivalent Grades | |
|---|---|
| ASTM | A36, A108 (1018 / 1020) |
| ASME | SA36, SA108 |
| EN | C15, C22, S235JR |
| DIN | C15E, C22E, St37-2 |
| JIS | SS400, S20C |
| ISO | C15, C22 |
| BS | 080M15, 070M20 |
We offer a wide range of Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars in various diameters, lengths, and finishes. Our bars are supplied with hot-rolled, cold-drawn, and centerless gHex finishes, ensuring superior surface quality and dimensional accuracy. Custom cutting, polishing, and packaging services are also available to meet specific project requirements.
With a strong inventory, reliable distribution network, and dedicated customer support, Shakti Forge India continues to strengthen its position as a leading Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars manufacturer, stockist, and exporter. Our products serve both domestic industrial hubs and global industries, delivering high-performance ASTM bars that meet stringent engineering and quality standards.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Cities we have supplied our products to
Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru(Bangalore), Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Pune, Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot, Nagpur, Indore, Bhopal, Jaipur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Agra, Varanasi, Amritsar, Chandigarh, Mysuru (Mysore), Udaipur, Jodhpur, Visakhapatnam, Coimbatore, Madurai, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Mangalore, Nashik, Kolhapur, Chandrapur, Akola, Vilayat, Somnath, Dahej, Narmada, Ankleshwar, Navsari, Valsad, Rajpipla, Veraval,Kovvur, Andra Pradesh,Karwar, Karnataka,Kosamba, Gujarat, Vishakapatnam, Shahad, Pondicherry, Kakkinada, Pradesh, Nagda, Madhya Pradesh,Harihar, Karnataka, Tuticorin, Tamilnadu, Trivandrum, KeralaKurnool, Rourkela, Hindupur, Orissa, Renukoot, Uttar Morbi, Kerala ,Himachal, Dehradun, Visakhapatnam ,Jamnagar, Kozhikode, Ludhiana,Latur, Nanded, Vijaywada, Alwar, Bareilly, Bikaner, Andheri, Marol, Taloja, Turbhe, TTC (Thane-Belapur), Pimpri-Chinchwad, Chakan, Talegaon, Ranjangaon, Jejuri, Baramati, Satpur, Ambad, Sinnar, Igatpuri, Shendra, Waluj, Chikalthana, Paithan, Hingna, Butibori, Kalmeshwar, Umred, Shiroli, Kagal, Gokul Shirgaon, Akkalkot, Chincholi, Lote-Parshuram, Dombivli, Ambernath, Mahad, Roha, Palghar, Tarapur (Boisar)
Cities we have supplied our products to
South Korea, Africa, Sri Lanka, Syria, Taiwan, Tanzania, Tajikistan, Thailand, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Arab Emirates (UAE), Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen, France, Germany, Greece, Oman, Colombia, Portugal, Japan, Lithuania, Macau, Mongolia, Qatar, Ireland, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Russia, Iran, Jordan, Singapore, Bulgaria, Poland, Denmark, Nigeria, Gambia, Indonesia, Finland, Argentina, Chile, Spain, Peru, Kuwait, India, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, Bahrain, the Netherlands, United Kingdom, Mexico, Bulgaria, Spain, France, Germany, Colombia, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Iran, Sudan, Libya, Tanzania, Nigeria, New Zealand, Paris, Switzerland
Applications of Low Carbon Steel Hex Bars
- Oil & Gas Industry – pipelines, offshore rigs, valves, and fittings
- Chemical Processing Plants – heat exchangers, reactors, and storage vessels
- Marine & Shipbuilding – propeller shafts, seawater systems, and pumps
- Aerospace – jet engines, turbine blades, and structural components
- Power Generation – nuclear plants, boilers, and steam generators
- Automotive – exhaust systems, sensors, and performance parts
- Pharmaceutical & Food Industry – equipment requiring hygiene and corrosion resistance
- Construction & Infrastructure – high-strength fasteners, joints, and supports
