EN8 (BS970:1955) is a medium carbon steel with good tensile strength and machinability, making it highly popular for general engineering applications. In black hexagon form, it offers strength and form factor ideal for wrench flats, bolt heads, spanners, shafts, and more.
Steelmet Industries supplies EN8 Black Hexagon bars in the size range of 20mm to 80mm A/F, with excellent control over dimensions, surface finish, and chemistry—ideal for machining and mechanical use.
Key Features of EN8 Black Hexagons
Standard: BS970:1955
Grade: EN8
Form: Hot Rolled Black Hexagons
Size Range: 20mm to 80mm A/F (Across Flats)
Condition: As Rolled / Normalized / Annealed
Tensile Strength (UTS): 550–650 MPa (typically)
Yield Strength: 280–360 MPa
Elongation: ~16–20%
Hardness: 160–220 BHN (approx.)
Machinability: Good
Weldability: Fair – Preheating recommended
Heat Treatment: Hardenable by quenching and tempering
Typical Applications of EN8 Hexagon Bars
Manufacturing of spanners, wrenches, bolts, and fasteners
Drive shafts, machine keys, and axles
Jigs, fixtures, tool holders, and connecting rods
Engine parts, hubs, bushings, and gears
Construction and heavy-duty engineering components
Suitable for further heat treatment if higher strength is needed
Alternate Supply Options & Related Products
Steelmet Industries can also supply:
EN8 Rounds, Squares, and Flats
Cold Drawn Bright Bars in EN8
EN8D for higher purity and impact resistance
Hexagons in EN1A, EN9, EN19, C45, and SAE1045 grades
Cut-to-length supply based on customer requirements
Heat treated or normalized bars available on request
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Global Equivalents of EN8 (BS970:1955)
| Standard | Equivalent Grade |
|---|---|
| AISI / SAE | 1040 / 1045 |
| EN (New) | C40E / C45E (EN10083) |
| DIN | CK45 / 1.1191 |
| ISO | C45 |
| JIS | S45C |
| GOST | 45 |
| IS | 1570 C45 / IS:1875 C45 |
| BS (Old) | EN8 |
| BS (New) | 080M40 |
| GB (China) | 45# |
Disclaimer: Always confirm equivalency based on chemical & mechanical properties.
View BS970:1955 Standard and DIN Specifications.
Why EN8 Hexagons from Steelmet Industries?
📏 Size Range: 20mm to 80mm A/F – with tight tolerances
✂️ Cut-to-length or long bar supply
🛠️ Custom machining and prep options possible
📦 Bundled packaging and identification tags
⏱️ Timely, scheduled deliveries across India & exports
📋 Third-party inspections, MTCs, test reports available
🌐 Export-capable with multilingual documentation
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Frequently Asked Questions – EN8 Black Hexagon Bars
Q1: What are EN8 black hexagons used for?
A: EN8 hexagons are used for spanners, bolts, shafts, mechanical linkages, and fasteners that require medium strength and machinability.
Q2: Can EN8 hexagons be heat treated?
A: Yes. EN8 is hardenable by oil quenching and tempering. It can be normalized or annealed before further processing.
Q3: Are bright EN8 hexagons better than black ones?
A: Bright bars have tighter tolerances and better surface finish, but black hexagons are more cost-effective for heavy-duty and hot-machined parts.
Q4: Is EN8 weldable?
A: Yes, with preheating. Its medium carbon content requires proper procedures to avoid cracking.
Q5: Do you supply specific cut lengths or custom sizes?
A: Yes. Steelmet can supply custom cut lengths and sizes with advance notice and mutual agreement.
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