EN8 / 080M40 Steel Bar – Low Carbon Engineering Steel

EN8, also known as 080M40, is a low carbon, hardenable engineering steel with higher strength than bright mild steel. It is widely used in general engineering applications where durability and machinability are important.

At BSS, we supply EN8 steel bars in black as-rolled condition, making them suitable for machining or further heat treatment to meet specific component requirements.

If you need more information, please call us.

EN8 Steel Chemical Composition

EN8 Steel

Carbon – 0.35 – 0.45%
Manganese – 0.6 – 1.0%
Silicon – 0.05 – 0.35%
Phosphorous – 0.06% max
Sulphur – 0.06% max

EN8 Equivalent grades

BS 970-1991:080M40
AISI/ASTM A29:1038, 1040, 1045
DIN Werkstoff No.: 1.0511, 1.1186, 1.1189
BS & DIN European: C40, CK40, C45, CK45
JIS G4051: S40C, S45C

Key Features of EN8 Steel

  • Low carbon engineering steel (0.35–0.45% C)
  • Hardness around 230 VPN in black as-rolled condition
  • High strength compared with standard mild steel
  • Excellent machinability and versatility
  • Supplied in round bar form for general engineering use

EN8 Typical Applications

High strength compared with bright mild steel, suitable for general engineering uses.

EN8 steel bar is suitable for a wide range of general engineering and industrial applications, including:

  • Axles and shafts
  • Gears
  • Bolts, studs, and spindles
  • Garden tools and hand tools
  • Automotive and general engineering components
  • Other high-strength general engineering parts

EN8 Spring Steel - Condition Supplied

BSS supply EN8 round bars in black as rolled condition in a hardness of around 230VPN, ready for machining, forming or heat treatment.

N.B. We do not supply Mill Certificates with orders, we only supply Certificates of Conformity.

Why Choose BSS for EN8 Steel Bars?

  • 📦 UK stock for fast delivery
  • ⚙️ High-quality engineering steel from trusted suppliers
  • ✅ ISO9001 certified manufacturing standards
  • 🔍 Technical support and advice on applications and machining

Contact us

Not available online in full sheets.

Please contact Nicole to find out more.

Off-cuts of this item may be available in Off-Cuts Corner.

+44 114 244 0527 Option 2

nicole.stuart@fernite.co.uk



Nicole Stuart, Customer Services Manager, Fernite of Sheffield, BSS Spring Steel Stock

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