8617
Data verified8617 is a carburizing steel midway between 8615 and 8620 in carbon content, with the same Ni-Cr-Mo alloy package. Many mills supply 8617/8620 dual-certified because their windows overlap heavily.
Chemical composition
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| C | 0.15–0.20 |
| Si | 0.15–0.35 |
| Mn | 0.70–0.90 |
| P | ≤0.035 |
| S | ≤0.040 |
| Cr | 0.40–0.60 |
| Ni | 0.40–0.70 |
| Mo | 0.15–0.25 |
Weight percent, per the governing standard ranges. Actual values per heat are on the mill certificate.
Properties
| Case hardness (carburized) | 58–62 HRC |
| Core tensile strength | 700–950 MPa (typ.) |
| Density | 7.85 g/cm³ |
Heat treatment
Carburize 900–930 °C; quench 820–850 °C oil; temper 150–200 °C.
Equivalent grades
| Standard | Designation |
|---|---|
| aisi | 8617 |
Compare side by side: 8617 vs 8620 · 8617 vs 8615
Equivalents overlap in chemistry and use but are not always identical — see our equivalents guide before substituting in certified designs.
Applications & Processing
Applications: Gears, pinions, cam parts, small transmission shafts.
Processing: As 8620; standard carburizing and grinding practice.
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