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The following is a comparison of the chemical composition and mechanical properties of 1008 steel and 1010 steel. This may be useful for machining purposes or when making purchases of either steel grade.
Chemical Properties
The chemical properties of 1008 and 1010 steel are the following.
| 1008 | 1010 | |
| Carbon, C | 0.10% Max | 0.08-0.13% |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.30-0.50% | 0.30-0.60% |
| Sulfur, S | 0.050% | 0.050% |
| Phosphorus, P | 0.040% | 0.040% |
Mechanical Properties
The following are the mechanical properties for both cold drawn and hot rolled 1008 and 1010 steel.
Cold Drawn
| 1008 | 1010 | |
| Tensile Strength | 49,000 psi | 53,000 psi |
| Yield Strength | 41,500 psi | 44,000 psi |
| Elongation (2") | 20% | 20% |
| Reduction in Area | 45% | 40% |
| Brinell Hardness | 95 | 105 |
Hot Rolled
| 1008 | 1010 | |
| Tensile Strength | 44,000 psi | 47,000 psi |
| Yield Strength | 24,500 psi | 26,000 psi |
| Elongation (2") | 30% | 28% |
| Reduction in Area | 55% | 50% |
| Brinell Hardness | 86 | 95 |
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