What is 42CrMo Steel?
42CrMo steel is an alloy steel with molybdenum steel. This comprehensive guide covers chemical composition, mechanical properties, and machining characteristics per GB/T standards.
Chemical Composition
| Element | Content (%) | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| C | 0.38-0.45 | GB/T |
| Cr | 0.90-1.20 | GB/T |
| Mo | 0.15-0.25 | GB/T |
| Mn | 0.50-0.80 | GB/T |
Mechanical Properties
| Property | Value | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | ≥930 MPa | GB/T |
| Yield Strength | ≥785 MPa | GB/T |
| Elongation | ≥10% | GB/T |
| Hardness | 245 HV | HV |
| Density | 7.85 g/cm³ | 20°C |
Key Features
- High strength and toughness
- Good hardenability
- Suitable for heat treatment
- Good machinability in annealed condition
- Widely used in automotive and machinery
Applications
- Gear and shaft components
- Automotive parts
- Machine tool components
- High-strength structural parts
Machinability
42CrMo steel has good machinability. Recommended: Carbide tools, cutting speed 80-150 m/min, feed 0.15-0.30 mm/rev.
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