SAE 5160 Steel Billets
SAE 5160 chromium spring steel. A chromium spring steel with good hardenability and fatigue resistance.
SAE 5160 chemical composition
| C | 0.56 – 0.64 % |
|---|---|
| Si | 0.15 – 0.35 % |
| Mn | 0.75 – 1.00 % |
| Cr | 0.70 – 0.90 % |
Indicative ranges from the common grade standard. The final analysis is as per the order and the heat test certificate.
Equivalent grades
55Cr3 / 1.7176 · 527A60 approx.
Equivalents are approximate. See the grade equivalents guide.
SAE 5160 billets and blooms
5160 billets and blooms are used in automotive and rail spring manufacture.
Kesari Alloys supplies SAE 5160 as continuous cast billets and blooms from 100 × 100 to 250 × 250 mm and 200 mm round, in lengths up to 12 metres. See the billet size chart for weight per metre.
Heat treatment: Hardened and tempered. Edge and spring performance depends on the tempering temperature.
Typical uses of SAE 5160
- Leaf springs
- Coil springs
- Torsion bars
- Knife and tool blanks
Industries: re-rolling mills, railway components.
Related grades
SAE 5160 questions
What is SAE 5160 steel used for?
SAE 5160 is used for leaf springs, coil springs, torsion bars, knife and tool blanks.
What is the equivalent of SAE 5160?
55Cr3 / 1.7176 · 527A60 approx.. Equivalents are approximate, so check the limits in your specification.
Does Kesari Alloys supply SAE 5160 billets?
Yes. SAE 5160 is available as continuous cast billets and blooms (100 to 250 mm and 200 mm round, up to 12 m). Send the size, length, quantity and standard to info@ksl.in for a quotation.