C60

Data under review

C60 is the EN quality carbon steel (1.0601) equivalent to AISI 1060, specified on European drawings for springs, shafts and wear parts. It is normally ordered to EN 10083-2 delivery conditions with guaranteed property bands.

Hardness35–45 HRC typical

DIN1.0601 (C60)

AISI1060

JISS58C (near)

CategoryCarbon Steel

Chemical composition

Element	Content (%)
C	0.57–0.65
Si	≤0.40
Mn	0.60–0.90
P	≤0.045
S	≤0.045

Weight percent, per the governing standard ranges. Actual values per heat are on the mill certificate.

Properties

Tensile strength	680–820 MPa (normalized, typ.)
Hardness (Q&T)	35–45 HRC typical
Density	7.85 g/cm³

Heat treatment

Normalize 840–860 °C; quench 820–850 °C oil; temper 400–550 °C (EN 10083-2 conditions +N/+QT).

Equivalent grades

Standard	Designation
din	1.0601 (C60)
aisi	1060
jis	S58C (near)
gb	60

Compare side by side: C60 vs 1060

Equivalents overlap in chemistry and use but are not always identical — see our equivalents guide before substituting in certified designs.

Applications & Processing

Applications: Springs, shafts, wear parts, high-strength wire and strip.

Processing: As 1060; check whether the order calls for standard or special (tighter P/S) quality.

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Source: EN 10083-2 published ranges · Last updated 2026-11-03. Data is indicative — verify critical values against the governing standard and mill certificate before use.