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1- round | 2a- square | 2b- flat | 3- hexagonal | 4- angle | 5- tube-pipe | 6a-rectangular tube
6b- square tube | 7a- ‘H’ beam | 7b- ‘I’ beam | 7c- ‘T’ beam | 7d- ‘U’ profile | 8- leaf
Carbon Steel
Because of its low price and characteristics suitable for many applications, carbon steel is the most common type of steel. Carbon strengthens the crystal structure of iron, which increases its hardness. However, carbon also reduces the ductility and toughness of steel. The properties of carbon steel can be changed by heat treatments and the addition of other elements.
Depending on the carbon content, steel is divided into 4 categories:
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Low Carbon (less than 0.3% wt) – These steels, called mild steels, are used in construction, the automotive and shipbuilding industries, and the production of pipes.
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Medium Carbon (0.3% to 0.6% wt) - These steels are called medium-hard and are used to make railway rails and gears.
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High Carbon Content (0.6% to 1% wt) - These steels, called hard steels, are used in the manufacture of bearings, springs, chains and tools.
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Very High Carbon Content (1% to 2% wt) - These steels, called extra hard steels, are used to make cutting tools, knives and industrial castings.
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