4130 Chromium-Molybdenum Steel Round Bar: 4130 is a low-alloy chromium-molybdenum steel widely specified for fabricated structures, mechanical tubing and strength-related components. Weldability and heat-treating requirements must follow the product form and condition.
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4130 Chromium-Molybdenum Steel Round Bar — Technical Overview
| Specification item | Reference or order requirement |
|---|---|
| Grade or product | 4130 Chromium-Molybdenum Steel Round Bar |
| Material designation / identity | SAE/AISI 4130 / UNS G41300; Cr-Mo low-alloy steel |
| Specification to review | ASTM A29/A29M or applicable tube/aircraft material specification |
| Delivery/heat-treatment condition | Specify normalized, annealed or heat-treated condition |
| Examples of applications | Machined shafts, fabricated tubes, fixtures and mechanical hardware |
| Quotation and inspection | Provide OD, length, finished tolerance, surface finish and heat-lot documents |
Engineering reference, not a mill test report. Actual chemistry, properties, condition, availability and qualification must meet the ordered product specification and accompanying certification.
Material Properties, Typical Parts and Selection
4130 has lower nominal carbon than 4140; hardenability and welding response differ. Representative applications include machined shafts, fabricated tubes, fixtures and mechanical hardware. Suitability depends on the environment, grade, geometry, strength/temper and processing route. Specify finished-size and material performance separately; two alloys with similar commercial names may have different test standards.
Precision Grinding, Straightening and Bar Finishing
Mozaic Precision Metals supports project-specific bar sourcing and centerless grinding, straightening, polishing, cutting, chamfering and packaging. Describe the incoming and finished OD, bar length, drawing requirements, production quantity and material traceability. Surface roughness, diameter tolerance and straightness are independent acceptance characteristics, and actual capability is confirmed by quote.
Related Grades and Application Alternatives
- 4140 round bar 2 — related but not automatically interchangeable
- 4340 steel — related but not automatically interchangeable
Common Buyer Questions
What condition must be specified for 4130 Chromium-Molybdenum Steel Round Bar?
Specify normalized, annealed or heat-treated condition. If the condition is not on the drawing, request the engineer’s confirmation before ordering or machining.
Are nearby grades automatic equivalents?
No. 4130 has lower nominal carbon than 4140; hardenability and welding response differ. Mechanical-property and chemical compliance must be verified against the applicable specification and mill certification.
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