46CrMo4
1.7228Higher-carbon CrMo Q&T steel — 0.42-0.50% C vs 0.38-0.45% for 42CrMo4. Higher maximum hardness (HRC 52-56 surface after induction) and tensile strength (UTS 1000-1200 MPa QT) at the expense of slightly reduced toughness and weldability. Used where 42CrMo4 is not quite hard/strong enough: heavy-duty gear shafts, large bolts (12.9 class), crankshafts, and torsion bars.
International equivalents
| Flag | Standard | Country | Grade | Number | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇪🇺 | EN | Europe | 46CrMo4 / 1.7228 | 1.7228 | 100% |
Sources: EN 10083-3
Chemical composition comparison (wt%)
Side-by-side: 46CrMo4 (EN) (EN 10083-3) vs 46CrMo4 / 1.7228 (EN) (EN 10083-3)
| Element | 46CrMo4 (EN) | 46CrMo4 / 1.7228 (EN) | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| C | 0.42–0.5% | 0.42–0.5% | OK |
| Si | 0–0.4% | 0–0.4% | OK |
| Mn | 0.5–0.8% | 0.5–0.8% | OK |
| P | 0–0.025% | 0–0.025% | OK |
| S | 0–0.025% | 0–0.025% | OK |
| Cr | 0.9–1.2% | 0.9–1.2% | OK |
| Mo | 0.15–0.3% | 0.15–0.3% | OK |
Mechanical properties
QT
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | 1000–1200 | MPa |
| Yield Strength | 750–900 | MPa |
| Elongation | 10–13 | % |
| Elastic Modulus | ≥ 210 | GPa |
| Density | ≥ 7.85 | g/cm3 |
Heat treatment
| Process | Temperature | Medium | Holding Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| hardening | 830–860 °C | oil | — | Oil quench |
| tempering | 450–600 °C | air | 1-2h | Adjust for target |
Compatibility verdict
46CrMo4 and 46CrMo4 / 1.7228: 100% composition match
Close equivalents but NOT identical.
Related materials
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51CrMoV4
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