1084 vs 1095
These two grades are listed as equivalents of each other: their chemistry windows overlap and they serve the same applications. They are not always identical — check the differences below before substituting, especially in certified designs.
1084
Carbon Steel
1084 is a eutectoid-plus high carbon steel popular for blades and springs because its simple chemistry heat treats forgivingly in small workshops. The manganese level gives slightly deeper hardening than 1095.
Standards: DIN C85 type (near) · AISI 1084 · JIS SK5 family (near) · GB 85 (near)
1095
Carbon Steel
1095 is the highest-carbon steel of the standard SAE bar series: very hard and wear resistant after quenching, but brittle and shallow-hardening because of its low manganese. It is a traditional blade and spring steel for thin sections.
Standards: DIN C95 type (near) · AISI 1095 · JIS SK85 family (near) · GB T9 family (near)
Chemical composition compared (%)
| Element | 1084 | 1095 |
|---|---|---|
| C | 0.80–0.93 | 0.90–1.03 |
| Mn | 0.60–0.90 | 0.30–0.50 |
| P | ≤0.040 | ≤0.040 |
| S | ≤0.050 | ≤0.050 |
Properties compared
| Property | 1084 | 1095 |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 820–980 MPa (normalized, typ.) | 850–1000 MPa (normalized, typ.) |
| Hardness (hardened) | 58–63 HRC (thin sections) | 60–65 HRC (thin sections) |
| Density | 7.85 g/cm³ | 7.85 g/cm³ |
Sourcing either grade?
Nasteel stocks both families from Shenzhen with EN 10204 3.1 mill certificates by heat number.
Ask for a quotationSee full data sheets: 1084 · 1095. Substitution decisions for certified parts stay with the design authority.