SAE 1020 Cold Drawn Seamless Tube

SAE 1020 Cold Drawn Seamless Tube​

SAE 1020 Cold Drawn Seamless Tube is a precision-engineered steel tubing known for its excellent mechanical properties and smooth surface finish.SAE 1020 is a low-carbon steel grade known for its good weldability, formability, and moderate strength. When processed into a cold-drawn seamless (CDS) tube, it offers improved dimensional accuracy, a smooth surface finish, and enhanced mechanical properties compared to hot-finished tubes.

SAE 1020 cold drawn seamless tubes are widely used in industries requiring precision, durability, and reliability in moderate-strength applications.

SAE 1020 Cold Drawn Seamless Tube

Advantages

1. Excellent Dimensional Accuracy & Tight Tolerances: Cold drawing ensures consistent wall thickness and precise outer diameter.Ideal for applications requiring tight fit and interchangeability (e.g., hydraulic cylinders, bearings).

2. High Strength: Cold drawing work-hardens the steel, increasing tensile strength and yield strength compared to hot-rolled tubes.

3.Smooth Surface Finish:The cold drawing process produces a fine, burr-free surface, reducing friction in moving parts.

4. Corrosion Resistance: The steel composition provides moderate resistance to corrosion, especially when properly maintained.

5.Cost-Effective for Medium-Strength Applications:SAE 1020 Cold Drawn Seamless Tube is more affordable than alloy steels (e.g., 4140, 4130) while providing sufficient strength for general engineering uses.

6. Seamless Construction: The seamless nature of the tube ensures uniformity and reliability in high-pressure applications.

7. Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of applications, including hydraulic cylinders, pneumatic cylinders, and precision engineering components.

Material Composition

ElementComposition 
Carbon (C)0.17 – 0.23%
Silicon (Si)≤ 0.55%
Manganese (Mn)0.30 – 0.60%
Phosphorus (P)≤ 0.040%
Sulfur (S)≤ 0.050%
Iron (Fe)Balance

Mechanical Properties

PropertyValue
Yield Strength ≥ 210 MPa
Tensile Strength ≥ 345MPa
Elongation ≥ 15%

Delivery Condition: SR,BK, BK+S, GBK, NBK

ID Size : 20mm – 1500mm

Length: max 16m

Type: Seamless, Cold Drawn

Straightness: ≤ 0.5/1000

Roughness: as request

Tolerance EXT: DIN2391, EN10305, GB/T 1619,GOST 8731,GOST 1050,GOST4543

Tolerance INT: as request

Protection: Anti-rust oil on inside and outside surface, plastic caps in both ends.

Packing: Bundle with steel strip and PE sheet or Plywood case

Delivery Conditions

DesignationSymbolDescription
Cold finished (hard)BKTubes do not undergo heat treatment following the final cold forming and thus have a rather high resistance to deformation.
Cold finished (soft)BKWThe final heat treatment is followed by cold drawing involving limited deformation.Appropriate further processing allows a certain degree of cold forming(e.g.bending,expanding).
Cold finished and stress-relievedBKSHeat treatment is applied following the last cold forming process.Subject to appropriate processing conditionsthe increase in the residual stresses involved enables both forming and machining to a certain degree.
AnnealedGBKThe last cold forming process is followed by annealing in a controlled atmosphere
NormalizedNBKThe last cold forming process is followed by annealing above the upper transformation point in a controlled atmosphere.
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