AISI 4130 and 4140 low alloy carbon steel bars are highly regarded high-performance materials in industrial applications, known for their excellent mechanical properties and wide applicability. These two chromium-molybdenum alloy steels significantly improve the strength, toughness and fatigue resistance of the materials through the optimized ratio of alloying elements while maintaining good processing performance.
4130 steel is particularly suitable for the manufacture of structural parts that require both lightness and high strength, and performs well in aerospace, racing car manufacturing and oil equipment. 4140 steel is an ideal choice for heavy machinery, powertrain and tooling due to its higher load-bearing capacity and wear resistance.
The most notable feature of these two materials is their excellent heat treatment responsiveness, which can flexibly adjust the mechanical properties through heat treatment processes such as quenching and tempering to meet the use requirements under different working conditions.
Whether it is the application of 4130 steel in aircraft landing gear and drilling equipment, or the excellent performance of 4140 steel in gear, shaft and mold manufacturing, it fully reflects the core value of this type of low alloy carbon steel in the engineering field. Their good weldability and machinability further reduce manufacturing costs, making them a reliable choice for a wide range of industrial applications, from precision components to large structural parts.
| Parameter | Specification |
| Product Name | AISI 4130/4140 Low Alloy Carbon Steel Bars |
| Type | Hot-rolled/Cold-drawn/Forged (Round, Square, Hexagonal) |
| Diameter/Thickness | Round bars: 10-500mm; Square bars: 10-300mm |
| Width | Flat bars: 20-600mm |
| Length | Standard 3-6m, custom lengths up to 12m available |
| Standard | ASTM A29/A29M, AMS 6350/6372, EN 10083-1 |
| Surface Finish | Black, Turned, Ground, Galvanized (optional) |
| Application | Aerospace components, oilfield tools, shafts, dies/molds |
| Certification | ISO 9001, EN 10204 3.1, Nadcap (optional) |
| Manufacturing Process | EAF + LF refining + Continuous casting/Ingot casting |
| Edge Condition | Round bars: as-rolled; Square bars: sharp or chamfered edges |
| Quality Grade | Military/Industrial grade, UT testing available |
| ASTM UNS | G41300/G41400 |
| EN Grade | 34CrMo4/42CrMo4 |
| Main Markets | North America, Europe, Middle East, Asia-Pacific |
| Brand | Mill-specific (SAE, DIN standards compliant) |
| Lead Time | Regular sizes 15-30 days, special sizes negotiable |
| Shipping Port | Shanghai/Tianjin/Qingdao (China), or specify |
| Price Terms | FOB, CIF, CFR, DDP etc. |
| Export Packaging | Anti-rust paper + steel strapping + wooden pallets |
| Monthly Capacity | 2,000+ MT (size-dependent) |
| Payment Terms | 30% deposit + T/T balance, LC acceptable |