About Alloy
AISI 6150 Vac Melt is a high-performance alloy steel renowned for its exceptional strength, toughness, and durability, produced using a vacuum melting process that enhances its purity and mechanical properties. With a composition that includes 0.50-0.55% carbon, 0.80-1.10% chromium, and 0.60-0.90% manganese, this steel is designed to deliver high tensile strength and superior hardness. It is commonly used in high-stress applications such as automotive components, industrial machinery, aerospace parts, and defense equipment, where reliability and resistance to wear are critical. The vacuum melting process ensures a high level of consistency and performance, making AISI 6150 Vac Melt a preferred choice for demanding and precision-driven applications.
Product Form
AMS 6448 Bar/Forgings/Mechanical Tubing
Chemical Composition
| Weight% | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | V | Ni | Mo | Cu |
| AMS 6448 | 0.48-0.53 | 0.70-0.90 | 0.15-0.35 | 0.025 max | 0.025 max | 0.80-1.10 | 0.15-0.30 | 0.25 max | 0.06 max | 0.35 max |
Property
| Tensile Strength Min (MPa) | Yield Strength Min (MPa) | Elongation | Reduction of Area | Hardness HBW |
| 1274 | 1127 | ≥10 | ≥40 | ≤321 |
Application
1. Automotive Industry
●Components: Crankshafts, camshafts, gears, and suspension parts.
●Benefits: Provides high strength and resistance to wear and impact, essential for high-performance engine and drivetrain components.
2. Industrial Machinery
●Components: Shafts, gears, and heavy-duty bearings.
●Benefits: Ensures durability and reliability under heavy loads and challenging operating conditions.
3. Aerospace Industry
●Components: Landing gear, turbine shafts, and structural components.
●Benefits: Offers high strength and impact resistance needed for critical aerospace applications that experience extreme conditions.
4. Defense and Military
●Components: Weapon systems, armored vehicles, and high-stress mechanical parts.
●Benefits: Provides exceptional toughness and impact resistance crucial for defense applications.
5. Tooling and Dies
●Components: Tooling, dies, and molds used in manufacturing processes.
●Benefits: Maintains precision and durability in high-wear applications, improving tool life and performance.
AISI 6150 Vac Melt’s advanced mechanical properties make it suitable for high-stress and high-performance applications across automotive, industrial, aerospace, defense, and tooling industries. Its vacuum melting process ensures a high level of quality and consistency, making it a reliable choice for critical components.
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