SAE 5160 1

[DeanBMI]

Anybody know where I could source some SAE 5160 flatbar. Preferably 1/2"x1" or 3/4"x1".

Where would I find a good reference for heat treating it?

Thanks

 

[swall]

Heat Treater's Guide published by ASM International is a good reference for the heat treating of 5160.

 

[TVP]

Dean,

What quantity do you need? 1 foot? Enough to make 10000 parts that are 2 inches long? McMaster Carr probably stocks this for small quantities. Admiral Steel or Thompson Steel are possibilities for larger quantities.

 

[ornerynorsk]

McMaster Carr carries it if you're looking for just a small amount.

 

[DeanBMI]

Yes, Mcmaster has it. What's this stuff like to work with? Can it be cut on a bandsaw?

 

[mfgenggear]

according to the data sheet, core hardness is received at 26 HRc, this stuff is used for spring steel.

it should be easy enough to cut, machinability is 50% of 1212 steel. take it slow.

see link for some heat treat info

http://www.matweb.com/search/datasheettext.aspx?matguid=c4755cdd163f4e3fba8c57a8bea12a32

 

[swall]

I have cut it many times on a bandsaw.