Mild Steel
Mild Steel
Mild Steel is a type of carbon steel with a low amount of carbon. It is actually also known as ‘Local
Carbon Steel’. Although ranges vary depending on the source, the amount of carbon typically
found in mild steel is 0.5% to 0.25% by weight.

Physical Properties of Mild Steel
- High Tensile strength
- High Impact strength
- Good ductility and weldability
- Good malleability with cold forming possibilities