NC310YW STEEL (40SINICRMOV10, AMS 6499)

NC310YW is a high-strength, surface carburizable steel with excellent resistance to high mechanical and fatigue stresses, high contact friction, and high working temperatures (<150°C). With a high tempering temperature (300°C), NC310YW outperforms 300M in ultimate tensile strength (UTS) and precipitation hardening steels in fatigue properties, making this grade a good choice before choosing a more expensive grade like Aermet or Maraging steels.

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For Requirements:

High strength, high fatigue through hardening steel

Melt Practice:

VIM-VAR

Alternative to:

300M
Aermet 100, 310 & 340
Maraging 250, 300 & 350

Specifications:

Euro: 40SiNiCrMoV10
AMS: 6499
UNS: K51570

 

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We stock NC310YW VIM-VAR-melted bars from 0.591" (15mm) to 6.496" (165mm). Have questions about this grade or need additional sizes? Reach out to an expert using our Live Chat feature, contact us, or include a note when you request a quote:

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Chemical Composition

% C Mn Si Cr Ni Mo V
Min. 0.37 0.50 2.60 0.65 1.50 0.30 0.10
Max. 0.44 0.95 2.85 1.05 2.10 0.55 0.30

Typical Applications

Motorsports and aerospace manufacturers use NC310YW in a wide range of applications that demand strength under extreme forces and rotational speeds. Some common use cases include:

  • Transmission shafts
  • Gears
  • Driveshafts/tripods (in Formula 1 cars)
  • Axle shafts
  • Torsion bars

Comparison to Other Materials

NC310YW provides a significant boost in strength over 300M and 4340. While not as tough as Aermet or Maraging grades, NC310YW is a good option when you need extra strength but don’t need the massive boost  — or price tag — of an Aermet or Maraging grade.

Review NC310YW’s mechanical properties to see how it stacks up against 300M, Aermet, and Maraging grades:

Typical Mechanical Properties

Heat Treatment Ultimate Tensile Strength (MPa) 0.2 % Yield Strength (MPa) E 5d% (J) KV (J) K1c (MPa/m) Lf core (MPa) Lf Case (MPa)
930°C/Gas-75°C
2x300°C
2150 1790 12 40 52 930 1008

Comparison to Other Materials

  NC310YW 300M Aermet 100 Aermet 310 Maraging 250 Maraging 300 Maraging 350
UTS 311 288 285 315 254 293 342
Yield Strength 260 245 250 275 248 286 336
Elongation 12% 11% 14% 16% 11% 10% 6.20%
Fracture Toughness 40 70 115 65 75 70 70
 

Heat treatment

  • Hardening: Heat to 1688/1724°F (920/940°C), then oil quench
  • Sub-zero treatment: Cool to -103°F (-75°C), then hold for 4 hours (perform within 4 hours of quenching)
  • Double temper at 572°F (300°C)

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