For businesses throughout the Waikato region and beyond seeking dependable, high-grade steel, Hemi Metals stands as a trusted local source. Based right here in Hamilton, we take pride in manufacturing and supplying robust materials that form the backbone of local industry. Our Carbon Steel EN-8 Bars are a prime example of this commitment, offering a versatile and reliable solution for a wide range of demanding engineering applications, backed by our team’s dedication to quality and service.
Carbon Steel EN-8 is known for its balanced composition, primarily consisting of carbon, manganese, and silicon, which gives it a great combination of strength and toughness. This medium carbon steel can be heat-treated to achieve enhanced mechanical properties. In its untreated state, it offers good machinability and tensile strength, but when hardened and tempered, it develops significantly greater wear resistance and durability, making it exceptionally adaptable to various performance requirements.
| Grades | EN 8, EN 19, EN 24, EN 31 |
| Dimensions | EN, DIN, JIS, ASTM, BS, ASME, AISI |
| Carbon Steel EN Series Round Bars | 3.0 – 50.8 mm, Over 50.8 – 300mm |
| Carbon Steel EN Series Rectangular Bars | 6.35 x 12.7mm,6.35 x 25.4mm,12.7 x 25.4mm |
| Carbon Steel EN Series Hex Bars | AF5.8mm–17mm |
| Carbon Steel EN Series Square Bars | AF2mm – 14mm, AF6.35mm,9.5mm,12.7mm, 15.98mm,19.0mm, 25.4mm |
| Carbon Steel EN Series Flat Bars | 1/2” to 10” in thickness range of 2mm to 150mm |
| Length | 1 to 6 Meters, Custom Cut Lengths |
| Finish | Bright, Polish & Black |
| Form | Round, Square, Hex (A/F), Rectangle, Wire (Coil Form), Wire-mesh, Billet, Ingot, Forging Etc. |
| Grade | ||||||
| C% | Si% | Mn% | Cr% | Mo% | W% | |
| EN-1A | 0.007 TO 0.15 | 0.10 | 0.80 TO 1.00 | S | P | – |
| 0.20 TO 0.30 | 0.70 MAX | |||||
| EN-8 | 0.35 TO 0.45 | 0.05 TO 0.30 | 0.60 TO 1.00 | S | P | – |
| 0.06 MAX | 0.06 MAX | |||||
| EN-9 | 0.50 TO 0.60 | 0.05 TO 0.30 | 0.5 TO 0.80 | – | – | – |
| EN-19(V 320) | 0.35 TO 0.45 | 0.10 TO 0.30 | 0.5 TO 0.80 | 0.90 TO 1.40 | 0.20 TO 0.40 | |
| EN-24(V 130) | 0.35 TO 0.45 | 0.10 TO 0.35 | 0.45 TO 0.70 | 0.90 TO 1.40 | 0.20 TO 0.35 | NI |
| 1.3 TO 1.8 | ||||||
| EN-31 R-100 | 0.90 TO 1.20 | 0.10 TO 0.35 | 0.30 TO 0.75 | 1.00 TO 1.60 | – | – |
| EN-36C E-200 | 0.12 TO 0.18 | 0.10 TO 0.35 | 0.30 TO 0.60 | 0.60 TO 1.10 | – | NI |
| 3.0 TO 3.75 | ||||||
| EN-42 | 0.70 TO 0.85 | 0.10 TO 0.40 | 0.55 TO 0.75 | – | – | – |
| EN-44 | 0.90 TO 1.20 | 0.30 | 0.45 TO 0.70 | – | – | – |
| EN-45 F-110 | 50 TO 0.60 | 1.5 TO 2.0 | 0.70 TO 1.00 | – | – | – |
| EN-351 | 0.10 TO 0.20 | 0.35 | 0.60 TO 1.00 | 0.40 to 0.80 | 0.08 to 0.10 | NI |
| 0.60 TO 1.00 | ||||||
| EN-353 | 0.10 TO 0.20 | 0.35 | 0.50 TO 1.00 | 0.75 TO 1.25 | 0.08 to o.15 | NI |
| 1.00 TO 1.50 |
| Annealed | R | S | T | U | V | W | Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruling Section (mm) | 150 | 150 | 100 | 65 | 65 | 30 | 30 | 25 |
| Tensile Strength (MPa) | 680/720 | 690/850 | 770/930 | 850/1000 | 930/1080 | 1000/1160 | 1080/1240 | 1280 |
| Yield Stress (MPa) | 440/480 | 480 | 570 | 665 | 740 | 835 | 895 | 1050 |
| Elongation (% Min) | 22 | 15 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 10 | 10 |
| ISO V Impact (Joule) | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 25 | 25 | 22 | 7 |
| Hardness (Brinell) | 190/210 | 201/255 | 223/277 | 248/302 | 269/321 | 293/341 | 311/375 | 363/415 |
| Proof Stress (0.2%) if required (MPa, Min) | 495 | 550 | 630 | 710 | 770 | 850 | 985 |
| Standard | CS EN-19 |
| UNS | – |
| WERKSTOFF NR. | 42Cr4Mo2 |
| BS | 709M40 |
| IS | 40Cr4Mo3 |
| JIS | – |
| EN | EN19 |
| SAE/AISI | 4140,4142 |
They offer high tensile strength, wear resistance, and excellent machinability, making them suitable for demanding applications.
They are widely used in automotive, engineering, and heavy machinery industries for components like gears, shafts, and bolts.
Yes, we provide EN-8 Bars and Rods in various sizes and specifications to meet specific project requirements.
The versatility of EN-8 steel bars makes them incredibly useful across many sectors. They are commonly machined into essential components like shafts, gears, bolts, and studs for the automotive and general engineering industries. Their reliable strength also makes them ideal for constructing frames, fixtures, and other structural parts where a balance of durability and machinability is crucial. Essentially, wherever a tough, dependable component is needed without the cost of a high-alloy steel, EN-8 provides a proven and effective solution.






We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
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