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This grade is a low alloy chromium, manganese case hardening steel. Carburised 16MnCr5 gives a hard case with a strong core whilst retaining a degree of toughness. It is suited for applications which require a combination of toughness and wear resistance and is commonly supplied in round bar. Chemical composition 16MnCr5 C Si Mn P S Cr min. 0.14 1.00 0.80 max. 0.19 0.40 1.30 0.035 0.035 1.10 APPLICATIONS This carburising steel grade is suitable for shafts, gears, pinions, colletts, pins and camshafts and is commonly used in the engineering and automitive industries. HEAT TREATMENT When hardening 16MnCr5 heat treatment temperatures, including rate of heating, cooling and soaking times will vary due to factors such as the shape and size of each steel component. Other considerations during heat treatment include the type of furnace, quenching medium and work piece transfer facilities. Please consult a heat treatment specialist for full guidance on heat treatment of 16MNCr5 steel. Carburising / Case Hardening Case hardening will give a hard wear resisting surface combined with a tough core strength. Case hardening temperatures range from 780-820°C, followed by rapid quenching and tempering which will determine the resulting hardness.