1080 is a carbon steel which is a good choice for beginners due to an easier heat treatment. It has decent toughness and edge holding while being easier to forge.
Chemical Composition:-
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C:
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Mn:
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P:
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S:
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0.75 – 0.88%
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0.6 – 0.9%
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0.03%
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0.05%
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Suggested Heat Treatment:
Heat to 795 – 815C (No holding time required)
Oil Quench (Suggested oil is Rye 32)
Temper for two hours at 200C for 60-61HRc or
Temper for two hours at 230C for 57-58HRc
Supplied in 600mm Lengths - Hot Rolled Pickled Annealed