Letter 40062

1045 Steel has become magnetic [Oklahoma] 

March 24, 2006

I have some carbon steel grade 1045 that is acting as a "Magnet" This is unusual.
What causes this to happen?

Tom Klueneau
- Claremore, OK

Magnetization will occur due to proximity to any magnetic source such as an electric bobbin or a permanent magnet such as a magnetic grinding table, also due mechanical work.

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Monterrey, NL, Mexico

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