Announcing Capital Steel & Wire Executive Management Team
Dear Capital Steel & Wire Business Partners: Capital Steel & Wire is pleased to announce the appointment of a new executive management team. Following the passing of Dustin Preston in February 2015, Kelly Preston assumed to role of President of the organization. Kelly and Dustin built Capital […]
read More1008 vs 1018 Steel Comparison
Bellow is a comparison chart with information about the chemical composition and the mechanical properties of both 1008 grade steel and 1018 grade steel. This information can be helpful for anyone involved in machining or is interesting in purchasing either 1008 or 1018 steel. Chemical Composition The chemical features of 1008 and 1018 steel are the […]
read More1060 vs 1095 Steel Comparison
We get inquiries about the chemical composition and mechanical property differences between the 1060 grade and 1095 grade carbon steels. Below you will see several comparison charts that outline the chemical properties and mechanical properties of 1060 steel and 1095 steel. All of this may be useful for anyone involved in machining or who is […]
read More4130 vs 4140 Steel Comparison
The following is a comparison of 4130 grade steel and 4140 grade steel. This information may be useful for machining purposes and as a resource for purchasing 4130 and 4140 steel. Chemical Properties The chemical properties of 4130 and 4140 steel are similar aside from differences in Carbon and Manganese concentrations. 4130 4140 Carbon, […]
read More1008 vs 1010 Steel Comparison
The following is a comparison of the chemical composition and mechanical properties of 1008 steel and 1010 steel. This may be useful for machining purposes or when making purchases of either steel grade. Chemical Properties The chemical properties of 1008 and 1010 steel are the following. 1008 1010 Carbon, C 0.10% Max 0.08-0.13% Manganese, […]
read More1018 vs. 1020 Steel Comparison: Chemical & Mechanical Properties
1018 steel and 1020 steel are frequently produced and purchased steel grades. While many of their properties are similar, both grades possess distinct chemical and mechanical properties, thus creating the need for two separate steel grades. This comparison breaks down the key differences, so you can ascertain which steel grade better suits your needs. 1018 […]
read MoreA36 vs. 1018 Steel Comparison
As two of the most highly sought after steel grades on the market, many experience confusion between the differences of 1018 steel and A36 steel. How different is A36 from 1018? Are they equivalent material grades? This in-depth comparison will provide you with all of the information you need to differentiate between the two. 1018 […]
read MoreSteel Facts That Might Surprise You
Steel is one interesting material. It is the framework of our modern society, and we all depend on it on a daily basis to lead our modern lives. Take a moment to learn more about the versatility of steel through a few interesting facts about steel that you may have never heard of. Steel Itself […]
read MoreThe Steel Quiz
From cars to paper clips, from sky scrapers to your screw driver, steel is the building block of many items that account for modern society. How much do you know about steel, or the differences between iron steel, aluminum and other common metals. The Steel Quiz » ProProfs
read MoreThe Iron Quiz
Iron may be most of the most common metals on the planet, but how much do you really know about Iron. Test your knowledge on iron through our iron quiz below. The Iron Quiz » ProProfs Quiz Software
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