For manufacturers in Hamilton and beyond who require a reliable and robust steel solution, Latham Steel stands as your trusted local source for Carbon Steel EN-9 Bars. We understand that the backbone of any successful project is quality materials, which is why we supply this exceptionally versatile medium-carbon steel, known for its excellent balance of strength and machinability. When you partner with us, you’re choosing a product backed by local expertise and a commitment to supporting New Zealand industry with dependable, high-grade materials delivered right here from our base in Hamilton.
The composition of EN-9 steel is centered around a reliable medium carbon content, which is the key to its desirable characteristics. This creates a material that offers a great combination of good tensile strength and notable toughness. It can be readily hardened through heat treatment, allowing its properties to be tailored for specific demands. This means it can achieve a high level of surface hardness for wear resistance while maintaining a tougher core, making it a practical and adaptable choice for a wide range of demanding applications.
| Grade | 070M55 / EN-9 |
|---|---|
| Specification | BS 970 1991 |
| Round Bar Size | Diameter: 3-~800mm |
| Square Bar size | 4 to 100mm |
| Flat Bar Size | Thickness: 2 -100mm |
| Width: 10 to 500mm | |
| Hex Bar Size | 2-100mm A/F |
| Rectangles Size | 33 x 30mm to 295 x 1066mm |
| Hollow Bar | 32mm OD x 16mm ID to 250mm OD x 200mm ID) |
| Angle Bar Size | 3mm*20mm*20mm~12mm*100mm*100mm |
| Channel Bar | 80 x 40mm to 150 x 75mm section; 5.0 to 6.0mm thickness |
| Section | 3.0 to 12.0mm thickness |
| Billet Size | 1/2″ to 495mm Diameter |
| Finish | Cold (bright) drawn, centreless ground,smooth turned, Rough Turned, Bright, peeled, hot rolled, hot rolled annealed, slit rolled edge, Polish, Grinding, Centreless Ground & Black |
| Tolerance | K9, K10, K11, K12, H8, H9, H10, H11, H12, H13, or as per clients’ requirements |
| Surface | Polished, Bright, Cold Drawn, Hot Rolled Pickled, Sand Blasting Finished, Hairline |
| Condition | Hardened & Tempered, Annealed |
| Technique | en9 Hot Rolled, Cold Rolled, Cold Drawn, Forged Round Bar, Rods |
| Processing | Bar cutting to 650mm |
| Form | en9 Welding Rod, Round, Round Rod, Rings, Hollow, Rod, T-Bar, Channel Bar, Flat Bar, Square, Blocks, Precision Ground Bar, Triangle, Rectangle, Hex (A/F), Threaded, Ingot, I/H Bar, Half Round Bar, Profiles, Billet, Forging etc. |
| Grade | Cr | C | Ni | Si | S | Mn | P | Mo |
| EN – 9 | – | .50 – .60 | – | .05 – .35 | .040 MAX | .50 – .80 | .040 MAX | – |
| Heat Treatment | Condition Tons/SQ.inch | Tensile Stress RE MPA | RP0.2 MPA | A min on 5.65so | Impac | Hardness HB | Limited Ruling Section mm | |
| IZODFT.L.b | KCV Joules | |||||||
| Normalise | 45 | 700 | – | 12 | – | – | 201-255 | 63 |
| 39 | 600 | – | 13 | – | – | 170/223 | 250 | |
| R | 45/55 | 700/850 | 385 | 14 | – | – | 201/277 | 100 |
| S | 50/60 | 775/925 | 450 | 14 | – | – | 223/277 | 63 |
| T | 55/65 | 850/1000 | 555 | 12 | – | – | 248/302 | 19 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
| Size (ins) | 1/2 | 9/16 | 5/8 | 3/4 | 7/8 | 1 | 1 1/8 | 1 1/4 | 1 3/8 | 1 1/2 | 1 3/4 | 1 7/8 | 2 | 2 1/8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Size (mm) | 32 | 40 | 45 | 50 | 55 | 65 | 70 | 75 | 80 | 85 | 90 | 95 | 100 | 110 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 | 125 | 130 | 140 | 150 | 160 | 180 | 190 | 200 | 220 | 280 |
You’ll find Carbon Steel EN-9 Bars at work in some of the most critical components across various industries. They are often selected for the manufacturing of shafts, gears, and spindles where a strong, durable core is essential. Their ability to be hardened also makes them ideal for parts like chisels, pins, and lightly stressed springs that must endure consistent wear and impact. From heavy machinery to agricultural equipment, EN-9 provides the dependable performance needed for parts that are fundamental to keeping operations running smoothly and reliably.
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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