Latham Steel, a proud Hamilton-based manufacturer, is your trusted local source for high-quality Carbon Steel EN-353 Bars. Forged in the heart of New Zealand’s industrial landscape, we understand the precision and reliability our clients in engineering and manufacturing demand. Our commitment is to supply materials that not only meet but exceed specifications, ensuring your projects are built on a foundation of unwavering strength and durability. We are more than just a supplier; we are your partner in progress, dedicated to supporting Kiwi industry with superior products and expert service.
This particular grade, EN-353, is known for its carefully balanced composition, primarily of iron, carbon, chromium, and nickel, which gives it distinct characteristics. This blend results in excellent hardenability, allowing it to be heat-treated to achieve a high surface hardness while maintaining a tough, shock-resistant core. It offers a great combination of strength and durability, making it less prone to wear and fatigue under demanding conditions. This reliable performance profile is what makes it a preferred choice for components that must withstand significant stress and abrasion over time.
Size : 22mm upto 800mm
Thickness : 1-2 inch
Length : 3 meter, 6 meter
Form : Carbon Steel Round, Hex, Flat, Half Round, Oval, Rectangular in Black & Bright Finish
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | S | P | Cr | Ni |
| EN353 | 0.35 – 0.45 | 0.60 – 1.00 | 0.10 – 0.35 | 0.50 max | 0.50 max | – | – |
| Grade | Tensile Strength (MPa) min | Yield Strength 0.2% Proof (MPa) min | Elongation (% in 50mm) min |
| Carbon Steel EN353 | 80(551) | 35 (241) | 30 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Type | SIZES (mm) | SIZES (Inches) | ISO Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|
Cold Drawn and Polish | 3.00 – 75.00 | 1/8″ – 3.00″ | h8-h9-h10-h11 |
Cold Drawn and Ground | 10.00 – 75.00 | 5/6″ – 2.50″ | h8-h9-h10-h11 |
Peeled and Polished | 40.00 – 150.00 | 1.50″ – 6.00″ | h11, h11-DIN 1013 |
Peeled and Ground | 20.00 – 50.00 | 3/4″ – 2.00″ | h9-h10-h11 |
Cut to size on request (tolerance +2/-0 mm). Standard lengths of EN45 Bars 2000 mm up to 6000 mm available
5.0 | 45.0 |
6.0 | 50.0 |
7.0 | 55.0 |
8.0 | 60.0 |
9.0 | 65.0 |
10.0 | 70.0 |
12.0 | 75.0 |
16.0 | 80.0 |
20.0 | 90.0 |
25.0 | 100.0 |
30.0 | 130.0 |
35.0 | 160.0 |
40.0 | 200.0 |
The excellent properties of EN-353 carbon steel make it ideally suited for demanding applications, particularly in the power transmission and heavy machinery sectors. You will commonly find it as the core material for essential components like high-strength gears, pinions, and heavy-duty shafts. Its ability to be case-hardened is a key advantage, creating parts with a hard, wear-resistant exterior and a tough interior that can absorb impact. This makes it indispensable in the automotive industry for critical parts and in large industrial equipment where reliability and long service life are absolutely paramount.
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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