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High-Strength Low Alloy Steel

AISI 4330V

High-strength low alloy steel with superior hardenability and CVN impact toughness. Engineered for critical downhole applications and high-stress industrial environments.

150 KSI
Min Tensile Strength
0.4% C
Carbon Content
ASTM
A29 Specification
AISI 4330V Steel

Why Choose AISI 4330V?

Superior Hardenability

Better depth of hardening than AISI 4140

Excellent Impact Toughness

Superior CVN impact values at high strength levels

Downhole Applications

Widely used in drilling jars and downhole tools

High Strength

150 KSI+ achievable with proper heat treatment

Technical Specifications

Chemical Composition (Weight %)

ElementMinMaxTypical
Carbon(C)0.380.43~0.40
Silicon(Si)0.150.35~0.25
Manganese(Mn)0.600.90~0.75
Phosphorus(P)-0.035-
Sulfur(S)-0.040-
Chromium(Cr)1.651.95~1.80
Molybdenum(Mo)0.200.30~0.25
Nickel(Ni)1.652.00~1.80
Iron(Fe)BalanceBalanceBalance

Mechanical Properties

Heat Treated Condition (Minimum Values)

Ultimate Tensile Strength
1034 N/mm²
150 KSI Min
0.2% Proof Stress
896 N/mm²
130 KSI Min
Elongation
16% Min
16% Min
Reduction of Area
40% Min
40% Min

Heat Treatment Response

Available Strength Levels

LevelTensile StrengthYield StrengthApplication
Standard150 KSI130 KSIGeneral purpose
High Strength165 KSI145 KSICritical applications
Ultra High180 KSI160 KSISpecialized downhole

Advantages Over Other Grades

vs AISI 4140

Better Hardenability

Superior depth of hardening due to higher nickel content

vs AISI 4140

Improved Impact Toughness

Better CVN impact values at equivalent strength levels

vs Standard Grades

Higher Strength Capability

Achieves 150 KSI+ with proper heat treatment

vs Carbon Steels

Superior Performance

Better strength-to-weight ratio and durability

Industry Applications

Downhole Equipment

  • Drilling jars
  • Downhole tools
  • Drill collars
  • Heavy wall tubing

High-Stress Components

  • Shafts
  • Gears
  • Fasteners
  • Load-bearing parts

Industrial Equipment

  • Pressure vessels
  • Machine components
  • Structural parts
  • Heavy machinery

Critical Applications

  • High-strength requirements
  • Impact-resistant parts
  • Fatigue-critical components
  • Precision machinery

Standards & Specifications

ASTM A29
AISI 4330V
SAE 4330V

Key Properties

  • • Superior hardenability vs AISI 4140
  • • Excellent CVN impact toughness
  • • High strength capability (150 KSI+)
  • • Preferred for drilling jars and downhole tools
  • • Extensive heat treatment experience at HOWCO

Related Alloys

AISI 4140

Lower alloy content alternative

More economical option

AISI 4340

Higher alloy content for extreme performance

Maximum hardenability

AISI 4145

Modified composition for specific applications

Enhanced properties

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