SAE 1018 cold drawn bright steel round bars are among the most widely used low carbon steel products in the engineering and automotive industries. Cold drawing not only enhances their dimensional accuracy but also improves surface finish and mechanical properties compared to hot rolled counterparts.
At Steelmet Industries, we manufacture and supply SAE 1018 bright steel rounds in a comprehensive size range, including non-standard diameters and custom cut lengths. These bars are ideal for components requiring tight tolerances, good machinability, and consistent quality.
Key Features of SAE 1018 Cold Drawn Rounds
Chemical Composition: ~0.18% Carbon
Condition: Cold drawn, bright finish
Surface: Smooth and scale-free
Improved Mechanical Strength over hot rolled
Excellent Machinability
Good Weldability and Formability
Suitable for Case Hardening
Applications of SAE 1018 Bright Steel Round Bars
SAE 1018 rounds are used in a wide variety of precision-engineered components:
Fasteners and pins
Machine parts and bushings
Shafts and spindles
Automotive linkages and components
Textile and agricultural machinery
Tools and fixtures
For job shops and OEMs, these bars provide the optimal balance of machinability, weldability, and dimensional stability.
Available Variants at Steelmet Industries
Besides round bars, SAE 1018 is also available in:
Cold drawn hexagons
Squares, flats, and special profiles
Peeled or ground conditions
Custom profile bars like half-rounds, irregular hexagons, D-shapes
Explore our offerings on the What We Do page.
Global Equivalent Grades for SAE 1018
| Standard | Equivalent Grade |
|---|---|
| SAE | 1018 |
| EN | C15E, C16E |
| DIN | 1.1141 (C15E), 1.0401 (C15) |
| BS970 | 080M15 |
| IS | IS 1875 C15 |
| JIS | S15C |
| ISO | C16 |
| GOST | 15 |
| AFNOR | XC18 |
| UNI | C15E |
| GB (China) | 15 |
Note: Grade equivalency is based on chemical composition and may not imply identical mechanical or metallurgical properties. Always confirm with specifications.
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Why Source SAE 1018 Bright Rounds from Steelmet Industries?
Large and non-standard diameter availability
Custom length cutting services
Scheduled dispatches for consistent supply
Comprehensive documentation upon request:
Test certificates (MTCs)
Lorry receipts
Lab analysis and inspection reports
Third-party inspections
We maintain strict quality control standards. See our Quality Policy for details.
Get in Touch with Steelmet Industries
Serving customers in India and across the globe, we are ready to support your requirements for SAE 1018 bright bars.
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🌐 Website: www.steelmet.in
📞 Phone (India): 0712-2728071
📞 Phone (Intl): +91-712-2728071
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