For manufacturers and engineers throughout Hamilton and beyond, Latham Steel has long been a trusted local source for high-grade materials. We take pride in supplying robust and reliable carbon steel, with our EN-8 bars being a particular standout. Known for their excellent strength and machinability, these bars are a fundamental component in countless local projects, from heavy machinery to precision tools. As a Hamilton-based supplier, we are committed to providing not just quality steel, but also the expert support our community’s industries deserve.
The composition of EN-8 steel balances strength with workability, primarily consisting of carbon and manganese. This combination results in impressive tensile strength and good wear resistance, making it a dependable choice for components that face consistent stress. It responds well to heat treatment, allowing its properties like hardness and toughness to be tailored for specific demands. This versatility in its mechanical behaviour is why it’s such a popular medium-carbon steel, striking a practical balance that suits a wide array of engineering needs.
| Grade | EN-8 Carbon Steel Round Bar |
|---|---|
| Square bar size | 4 to 100mm |
| Hollow Bar | 32mm OD x 16mm ID to 250mm OD x 200mm ID) |
| Hex Bar size | 2-100mm A/F |
| Angle bar size | 3mm*20mm*20mm~12mm*100mm*100mm |
| Rectangles Size | 33 x 30mm to 295 x 1066mm |
| Flat bar size | Thickness: 2 -100mm |
| Width: 10 to 500mm | |
| Channel Bar | 80 x 40mm to 150 x 75mm section; 5.0 to 6.0mm thickness |
| Section | 3.0 to 12.0mm thickness |
| size | Diameter: 3-~800mm |
| Billet Size | 1/2″ to 495mm Diameter |
| Standard Dimensions | Diameter / Height: EN-8 Round Bar Rod and Bar Sizes : 0.5 inches / 0.625 inches / 0.75 inches / 0.875 inches / 1.0 inches / 1.125 inches / 1.25 inches / 1.375 inches / 1.5 inches / 1.75 inches / 2.0 inches / 2.25 inches / 2.5 inches / 2.75 inches / 3.0 inches / 3.25 inches / 3.5 inches / 3.75 inches / 4.0 inches / 4.25 inches / 4.5 inches / 5.0 inches / 5.25 inches / 5.5 inches / 6.0 inches / 7.0 inches / 8.0 inches / 9.0 inches. |
| Surface | Bright, Hot Rolled Pickled, Cold Drawn, Sand Blasting Finished, Polished, Hairline |
| Tolerance | H8, H9, H10, H11, H12, H13K9, K10, K11, K12 or as per clients’ requirements |
| Technique | EN-8 Round Bar Hot Rolled, Cold Drawn, Cold Rolled, Forged Round Bar, Rod |
| Condition | Hardened & tempered, annealed |
| Finish | Cold (bright) drawn, centreless ground, hot rolled, smooth turned, peeled, slit rolled edge, hot rolled annealed, Rough Turned, Bright, Polish, Grinding, Centreless Ground & Black |
| Form | EN-8 Round Bar Round, Rod, T-Bar, EN-8 steel Channel Bar, Precision Ground Bar, EN-8 Carbon Steel Flat Bar, Carbon Steel EN-8 Square Bar, CS EN-8 Blocks, EN-8 Round Rod, EN-8 CS Rings, EN 8 Steel Hollow, EN 8 Steel Grade Triangle, Rectangle, Hex (A/F), CS EN-8 Threaded, Half Round Bar, Profiles, Steel Grade EN 8 Billet, EN-8 steel Ingot, I/H Bar, Forging etc. |
| Processing | Bar cutting to 650mm |
| Silicon | 0.10-0.40% |
| Carbon | 0.36-0.44% |
| Manganese | 0.60-1.00% |
| Sulphur | 0.050 Max |
| Phosphorus | 0.050 Max |
| Chromium | – |
| Molybdenum | – |
| Nickel | – |
| BRITISH BS 970:1991 | 080M40, 080A42 |
| BRITISH BS 970:1955 | EN8, EN8D |
| AISI / ASTM A29 | 1038, 1040, 1045 |
| DIN Werkstoff No. | 1.0511, 1.1186, 1.1189 |
| BS & DIN European | C40, CK40, C45, CK45 |
| JIS G4051 | S40C, S45C |
| AISI / SAE | 1040, 1042 |
| EN | EN8 |
| BS | 080A40 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
| Size Chart in Milimeter | Weight Chart (Kilogram/meter) | Size Chart in Milimeter | Weight Chart (Kilogram/meter) | Size Chart in Milimeter | Weight Chart (Kilogram/meter) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 x 7 | 0.337 | 19 x 19 | 2.479 | 38 x 38 | 9.916 |
| 8 x 8 | 0.44 | 20 x 20 | 2.747 | 40 x 40 | 10.988 |
| 9 x 9 | 0.556 | 21 x 21 | 3.029 | 42 x 42 | 12.114 |
| 10 x 10 | 0.687 | 22 x 22 | 3.324 | 45 x 45 | 13.906 |
| 11 x 11 | 0.831 | 24 x 24 | 3.956 | 48 x 48 | 15.822 |
| 12 x 12 | 0.989 | 25 x 25 | 4.292 | 50 x 50 | 17.168 |
| 13 x 13 | 1.161 | 26 x 26 | 4.642 | 53 x 53 | 19.29 |
| 14 x 14 | 1.346 | 28 x 28 | 5.384 | 55 x 55 | 20.774 |
| 15 x 15 | 1.545 | 30 x 30 | 6.181 | 60 x 60 | 24.723 |
| 16 x 16 | 1.758 | 32 x 32 | 7.032 | 65 x 65 | 29.015 |
| 17 x 17 | 1.985 | 34 x 34 | 7.939 | 70 x 70 | 33.65 |
| 18 x 18 | 2.225 | 36 x 36 | 8.9 | 75 x 75 | 38.629 |
The uses for EN-8 bars are extensive, forming the backbone of many industrial applications. You’ll commonly find them machined into gears, shafts, bolts, and studs where a combination of strength and durability is essential. They are also perfectly suited for components like connecting rods and studs in automotive and general engineering contexts. Their reliable performance under load makes them a go-to material for creating parts that need to withstand friction and high stress, ensuring the longevity and smooth operation of the machinery they are built into.
Latham Steel is a leading manufacturer, supplier and exporter of high-quality Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel products. Our extensive product range includes Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets and Plates, catering to various industries in Hamilton, New Zealand.
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