EN10297-1 34CrMo4 Seamless Steel Tube

EN10297-1 34CrMo4 Seamless Steel Tube

EN10297-1 34CrMo4 Seamless Steel Tube for Automotive and Structural Applications

Detailed material data for 34CrMo4 alloy steel seamless tube according to EN 10297-1, including chemical composition, mechanical properties, physical and thermal properties, international equivalents, and application guidelines.

Hot rolling, cold drawing, forging, machining, quenching and tempering, normalizing

EN10297-1 34CrMo4 Seamless Steel Tube Introduction

34CrMo4 is a chromium-molybdenum alloy steel specified in EN 10297-1 for seamless circular steel tubes intended for mechanical and general engineering purposes, especially in the automotive and structural sectors. It is characterized by its excellent hardenability, high strength, and good toughness after quenching and tempering.

  • Good combination of strength and ductility
  • Suitable for heat treatment (quenching and tempering)
  • High fatigue resistance and impact toughness at low temperatures
  • Often used in medium to high-stress components

EN10297-1 34CrMo4 Seamless Steel Tube Chemical Composition

Chemical composition according to EN 10297-1 for grade 34CrMo4 based on cast analysis. All values are in percent by mass. The steel is alloyed with chromium and molybdenum to enhance hardenability and high-temperature strength. Residual elements may be present but are not specified here as they are controlled to typical steelmaking practices.

  • Low phosphorus and sulfur for improved cleanliness
  • Molybdenum contributes to high-temperature strength and resistance to temper embrittlement
ElementStandard Value (%)Remarks
Carbon (C)0.30 – 0.37Cast analysis
Silicon (Si)≤ 0.40Cast analysis
Manganese (Mn)0.50 – 0.80Cast analysis
Phosphorus (P)≤ 0.025Cast analysis
Sulfur (S)≤ 0.035Cast analysis
Chromium (Cr)0.90 – 1.20Cast analysis
Molybdenum (Mo)0.15 – 0.30Cast analysis

EN10297-1 34CrMo4 Seamless Steel Tube Thermal and Electrical Physical Properties

The following physical properties are typical values for 34CrMo4 alloy steel at ambient conditions and elevated temperatures where applicable. These values are not part of the standard's mandatory requirements but are useful for design and thermal calculations.

  • Density, elastic moduli, and electrical resistivity are given at room temperature
  • Thermal expansion and thermal conductivity are provided for a range of temperatures
  • Values are based on data for similar Cr‑Mo steels and may vary slightly depending on heat treatment
PropertyTypical ValueUnitTest Condition / Temperature
Density (ρ)7.85g/cm³20°C
Modulus of elasticity (E)205GPa20°C
Shear modulus (G)80GPa20°C
Poisson's ratio (ν)0.3020°C
Thermal expansion coefficient (α)11.110⁻⁶/K20 – 100°C
Thermal expansion coefficient (α)12.110⁻⁶/K20 – 200°C
Thermal expansion coefficient (α)12.910⁻⁶/K20 – 300°C
Thermal expansion coefficient (α)13.510⁻⁶/K20 – 400°C
Thermal expansion coefficient (α)13.910⁻⁶/K20 – 500°C
Thermal conductivity (λ)42W/(m·K)20°C
Thermal conductivity (λ)39W/(m·K)400°C
Specific heat capacity (cp)460J/(kg·K)20°C
Electrical resistivity (ρe)0.2110⁻⁶ Ω·m20°C

EN10297-1 34CrMo4 Seamless Steel Tube Mechanical Properties

Mechanical properties at room temperature for tubes in the quenched and tempered (+QT) condition according to EN 10297-1. Properties depend on wall thickness; the values shown here correspond to wall thickness 20 < t ≤ 50 mm. For thinner or thicker sections, different strength levels apply.

  • Minimum impact energy is specified at -20°C in longitudinal direction
  • Elongation is measured on a proportional test piece (L0 = 5.65√S0)
  • Yield strength refers to upper yield strength (ReH)
PropertyStandard RequirementUnitTest Condition
Tensile strength (Rm)700 – 850MPaRoom temperature, longitudinal
Yield strength (ReH)≥ 490MPaRoom temperature, longitudinal
Elongation after fracture (A)≥ 14%L0 = 5.65√S0, room temperature
Impact energy (KV2)≥ 27J-20°C, longitudinal, V‑notch

EN10297-1 34CrMo4 Seamless Steel Tube Fully Equivalent Material Standards and Alternate Designations

Country/RegionStandardDesignationRemarks
European UnionEN 10297-134CrMo4Primary standard for seamless tubes
GermanyDIN 1720434CrMo4Material number 1.7220
InternationalISO 683-134CrMo4Heat-treatable alloy steel
FranceNF A35-55234CrMo4Equivalent grade

EN10297-1 34CrMo4 Seamless Steel Tube Application Introduction

34CrMo4 seamless tubes are extensively used in the automotive and structural industries for components that require high strength, toughness, and wear resistance. The material is typically delivered in the quenched and tempered condition to achieve optimal mechanical properties.

  • Good machinability after appropriate heat treatment
  • Weldable with proper precautions (preheating and post-weld heat treatment recommended)
  • Suitable for induction hardening to increase surface hardness

Product Applications: Seamless tubes for drive shafts, Axles and axle tubes, Piston rods, Cylinders and bushings, High-pressure pipes and drill rods

Processed into products: Drive shaft and half shaft, Steering knuckle and stub axle, Gear shaft and pinion shaft, Hydraulic cylinder barrel, Roll cage and structural tube members, Downhole drilling tool components

Application industries: Automotive manufacturing, Mechanical engineering, Oil and gas equipment, Power generation, Construction machinery

EN10297-1 34CrMo4 Seamless Steel Tube Similar / Closely Related Material Recommendations

Country/RegionStandardDesignationRemarks
ChinaGB/T 307735CrMoSlightly higher carbon content, similar properties
JapanJIS G4105SCM435Comparable Cr-Mo steel, widely used in automotive
USAASTM A294135Similar alloying concept, minor adjustment in composition
RussiaGOST 454335KhMEquivalent to 35CrMo, similar performance

Notes:

Heat treatment: Recommended quenching at 830–860°C in oil or water, followed by tempering at 540–680°C depending on desired strength level. Welding: Preheating to 200–300°C is advisable; stress relieving after welding is often required to avoid cracking. Surface hardening: The steel responds well to induction or flame hardening. Standards note: Always refer to the latest version of EN 10297-1 for precise delivery conditions and supplementary requirements.

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