Description

4140 is a chromium-molybdenum alloy steel known for its excellent strength, toughness, and fatigue resistance. It can be heat treated to various hardness levels and offers good machinability in the annealed condition.

Material Properties

density 7.85
hardness HRC 28-32 (annealed)
tensile_strength 655 MPa
yield_strength 415 MPa
elongation 25%
corrosion_resistance Poor - requires coating

Applications

Gears, shafts, axles, connecting rods, machinery components, oil and gas tools