metalman8357
Materials
Hi all,
I'm working on a project to spec material for some 2" long 0.162" diameter hardened pins. The material must be in the form of drawing wire since there is a heading process to form a 5/16" diameter head (imagine a nail without a sharp point). The pins are then through hardened to 46-52HRC. I'm looking for the cheapest material to meet these properties. My guess is that a medium carbon steel should be sufficient. Any suggestions?
I'm working on a project to spec material for some 2" long 0.162" diameter hardened pins. The material must be in the form of drawing wire since there is a heading process to form a 5/16" diameter head (imagine a nail without a sharp point). The pins are then through hardened to 46-52HRC. I'm looking for the cheapest material to meet these properties. My guess is that a medium carbon steel should be sufficient. Any suggestions?