SAE 1006 (G10060) Steel Wire Rod: Technical Specifications & Industrial Applications
Material Classification & Standards
SAE 1006 (UNS G10060) is a low-carbon steel wire rod compliant with ASTM A510M, designed for cold drawing and forming processes. With a maximum carbon content of 0.06%, it offers exceptional ductility and weldability, making it ideal for high-volume wire production.
Global Standard Equivalents
| Region | Standard | Equivalent Grade |
|---|---|---|
| USA | ASTM A510M | SAE 1006 |
| EU | EN 10120 | C10D |
| Asia | JIS G3505 | SWRM 6 |
Critical Material Properties
1. Chemical Composition
| Element | Content (%) | ASTM A510M Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 0.04-0.06 | ≤0.08 |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.25-0.40 | ≤0.60 |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤0.030 | ≤0.040 |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤0.025 | ≤0.050 |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤0.20 | – |
2. Mechanical Properties
| Property | As-Rolled State | Cold-Drawn State |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 330-450 MPa | 550-700 MPa |
| Yield Strength | 230-280 MPa | 480-620 MPa |
| Elongation (A50mm) | ≥25% | ≥8% |
| Hardness (HRB) | 55-72 | 75-92 |
Manufacturing Process
1. Hot-Rolling Parameters
- Billet Heating: 1,100-1,250°C (soaking time ≥60 mins)
- Finishing Temperature: 850-920°C
- Stelmor Cooling Rate: 10-15°C/s (for controlled pearlite formation)
2. Cold Drawing Specifications
| Process Stage | Parameter |
|---|---|
| Reduction Rate | 15-35% per pass |
| Surface Roughness | Ra ≤3.2μm (drawn) |
| Tolerance | ±0.02mm (Ø1-5mm) |
Industrial Applications
1. Automotive Components
- Welding Wire: AWS ER70S-6 (0.8-1.2mm diameter)
- Fasteners: ISO 898-1 Class 4.8 bolts/nuts
2. Construction & Infrastructure
- Rebar Tie Wire: 2.0-4.0mm diameter (ASTM A641)
- Chain Link Fencing: 3.15mm galvanized wire
3. Electrical Engineering
| Product | Specification |
|---|---|
| Magnet Wire | Ø0.3-2.0mm, Class 2 enamel |
| Cable Armoring | Annealed wire (HV 95-110) |
Quality Control & Certifications
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Surface Integrity
- Seam depth ≤0.02mm (ASTM E290 bend test)
- Inclusion rating ≤B1 (ASTM E45)
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Certifications
- ISO 9001:2015 (Process Control)
- RoHS 3.0 Compliance (Directive 2015/863)
Packaging & Storage
- Coil Specifications:
- Inner Ø: 500-850mm
- Outer Ø: ≤1,800mm
- Weight: 1-3 MT
- Protection: VCI paper + waterproof coating
- Storage: ≤60% RH, avoid chloride environments
Customization Services: Precision slitting (±0.1mm tolerance), bright annealing (H2 atmosphere), and zinc/galvanized coating (5-40μm). For cold-heading applications, recommend spheroidized annealing (720°C × 4h).
SAE-1006 Steel Wire Rod Description
| SAE-1006 Wire Rod Specifications | ||||
| Nominal Diameter (mm) |
Permissible Deviation (mm) |
Nominal Cross Section (mm2) |
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| Nominal Weight (kg/m) |
Permissible out – of Roundness(mm) |
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| 5.5 | -/+ 0.3 | 0.238 | 0.186 | 0.48 |
| 6.0 | -/+ 0.3 | 0.283 | 0.222 | |
| 6.5 | -/+ 0.3 | 0.332 | 0.260 | |
| 7.0 | -/+ 0.4 | 0.385 | 0.302 | 0.64 |
| (*)8.0 | -/+ 0.4 | 0.503 | 0.395 | |
| (**)10.0 | -/+ 0.4 | 0.785 | 0.617 | |
| (**)12.0 | -/+ 0.4 | 1.131 | 0.888 | |
| (**)14.0 | -/+ 0.4 | 1.539 | 1.208 | |
| (**)16.0 | -/+ 0.5 | 2.011 | 1.578 | 0.80 |
| SAE-1006 Wire Rod Chemical Composition | ||||||||
| Grade | C% (max) |
Mn% | Si% (max) |
S% (max) |
P% (max) |
Cr% (max) |
Ni% (max) |
Cu% (max) |
| SAE 1006 | 0.08 | 0.30-0.40 | 0.08 | 0.025 | 0.020 | 0.10 | 0.10 | 0.15 |
Packing And Delivery
