Steel DC01
EN DC01
DC01 is the base grade of EN 10130 cold-rolled low-carbon (mild) steel sheet — an aluminium-killed/rimmed low-C, low-Mn steel supplied as skin-passed coil or cut sheet for general cold forming, bending and simple drawing.
Values for the HR condition
DC01 tempers and conditions
DC01 is supplied in 2 conditions, soft to hard. HR is the default FabDigit quotes; the values on this page are for it.
Compare all 2 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cold rolled | Standard stocked condition: bright, flat, tight-tolerance sheet for general bending, roll forming and light drawing. | 210 | 310 | 34 | 100 HB | — |
HRDefault Hot rolled | Choose for thicker, lower-cost parts where mill scale and looser thickness tolerance are acceptable. | 250 | 400 | 27 | 120 HB | — |
Supply forms, finishes and certifications
Ways DC01 is supplied — form, process route, surface or paperwork — without a datasheet of their own. The property values above apply.
| Option | What it is | Type |
|---|---|---|
EG | Electrogalvanized zinc coated | Coating |
Galvanized | Hot-dip zinc coated | Coating |
What is DC01?
DC01 is the base grade of EN 10130 cold-rolled low-carbon (mild) steel sheet — an aluminium-killed/rimmed low-C, low-Mn steel supplied as skin-passed coil or cut sheet for general cold forming, bending and simple drawing. It is chosen for its very low cost, excellent weldability and easy forming, and is widely supplied hot-dip (GI/HDG) or electrogalvanized (EG) for corrosion protection. Limits are low strength, no impact/toughness guarantee, and essentially zero corrosion resistance when bare — it must be painted, plated or zinc-coated for service. DC01 has a density of 7.85 g/cm³ (0.284 lb/in³), heavier than 56% of steel grades. It melts at 1,495°C (2,723 °F). DC01 has a yield strength of 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) and a tensile strength of 400 MPa (58 ksi) — weaker than 94% of steel grades. Elongation at break is 27% and the elastic modulus is 210 GPa (30.5 Msi).
What is DC01 used for?
- Appliance panels
- Automotive body and bracket parts
- Electrical enclosures and cabinets
- Sheet metal chassis and covers
- Ductwork and housings
- Stamped brackets and clips
Advantages
- Conducts heat well — 52 W/m·K (30 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 98% of steel grades
- Readily welded — 95/100, better than 97% of steel grades
- High electrical conductivity — 10.8 % IACS, better than 94% of steel grades
- Ductile — tolerates forming and impact — 27%, better than 86% of steel grades
- Forms and bends easily — 70/100, better than 86% of steel grades
Limitations
- Low strength — 250 MPa (36.3 ksi), worse than 94% of steel grades
DC01 properties
Typical room-temperature values for DC01-HR; bars are the position among steel grades.
Physical3
DC01 has a density of 7.85 g/cm³ (0.284 lb/in³), heavier than 56% of steel grades. It melts at 1,495°C (2,723 °F).
Mechanical13
DC01 has a yield strength of 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) and a tensile strength of 400 MPa (58 ksi) — weaker than 94% of steel grades. Elongation at break is 27% and the elastic modulus is 210 GPa (30.5 Msi).
Thermal6
DC01 is rated for continuous service to 400°C (752 °F). It conducts heat at 52 W/m·K (30 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 98% of steel grades. Thermal expansion is 12 µm/m·K (6.67 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
DC01 conducts electricity at 10.8 % IACS, better than 94% of steel grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is not recommended (10/100), worse than 86% of steel grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of DC01 takes about 25 MJ of energy and emits 2.1 kg of CO₂ — less than 82% of steel grades. Typical recycled content is 25%.
Manufacturability8
DC01's machinability is good (55/100, better than 62% of steel grades); weldability excellent (95/100); formability very good (70/100).
Common Calculations5
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Certified mill or lot data ships with every FabDigit order on request.
Strength versus weight in the steel family
Yield strength against density for every steel grade FabDigit runs. DC01 is highlighted; hover a dot for its name, or open the interactive family chart.
Working with DC01
Is DC01 easy to machine?
Soft and gummy — use sharp positive-rake tools, high speed and generous coolant to avoid built-up edge and burrs; ideal for punching, laser and shear cutting rather than turning.
Can DC01 be welded?
Excellent with all processes (RSW, MIG, TIG, laser, spot); galvanized versions need fume extraction, higher current and often a gap or Zn-compatible wire to avoid porosity.
Can DC01 be formed, bent or molded?
Very good cold formability — bend radii down to ~0.5–1×t, deep-draw modestly (use DC03/DC04/DC06 for severe draws); watch stretcher strain lines if the skin-pass has aged.
Manufacturability
The process limits FabDigit's quote engine applies to DC01. Design inside these and the part quotes instantly; outside them it routes to an engineer.
Sheet metal
| Formability | Better70 / 100 |
|---|---|
| Weldability | Better95 / 100 |
| Bendable | Yes |
| Minimum bend radius | 1× thickness |
| Spring-back | Moderate |
| Welding processes | MIG, TIG, SPOT, SEAM, LASER, STICK |
DC01 chemical composition (wt %)
Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| CEN 10130 ladle analysis max | ≤ 0.12 | 0.06 |
| Mn | ≤ 0.6 | 0.3 |
| P | ≤ 0.05 | 0.02 |
| S | ≤ 0.05 | 0.02 |
| Sitypical for Al-killed CR sheet, not always specified | ≤ 0.05 | 0.02 |
| Alacid-soluble Al, killed steel | 0.02 – 0.07 | 0.04 |
| Fe | balance |
What surface finishes work on DC01?
Bare stock must be protected immediately — zinc plating, zinc phosphate + e-coat, powder coat or oil; galvanized sheet takes paint after a chromate/phosphate or Zn-compatible primer.
Surface treatments FabDigit runs on steel parts — pick them in the quote configurator or call them out on the drawing. Each links to its datasheet in the surface-finish library (thickness, specs, call-out, material verdicts).
Plating
Black / Phosphate
Thermal Spray
Equivalent designations
Standards and trade names that resolve to Steel DC01 in FabDigit's catalog. Equivalence is nominal — check the exact specification when certification matters.
- EN / DIN / Werkstoff-Nr.
- 10130 DC01
- Trade names
- electrogalvanizedHDGhot dipped galvanized
- Also called
- galv steelgalvanized steel
How much does DC01 cost?
DC01 is a budget-cost steel ($), cheaper than about 100% of the materials FabDigit quotes. Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on the raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
DC01 — frequently asked
What is DC01 used for?
DC01 is typically used for appliance panels, automotive body and bracket parts, electrical enclosures and cabinets, sheet metal chassis and covers, ductwork and housings and stamped brackets and clips. In short: european standard sheet.
What is the yield strength of DC01?
DC01 has a typical yield strength of 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) and a tensile strength of 400 MPa (58 ksi) — weaker than 94% of steel grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 2 listed tempers.
Is DC01 easy to machine?
Reasonably — machinability is rated good (55/100, better than 62% of steel grades). Soft and gummy — use sharp positive-rake tools, high speed and generous coolant to avoid built-up edge and burrs; ideal for punching, laser and shear cutting rather than turning.
Can DC01 be welded?
Yes — weldability is rated excellent (95/100). Excellent with all processes (RSW, MIG, TIG, laser, spot); galvanized versions need fume extraction, higher current and often a gap or Zn-compatible wire to avoid porosity.
What surface finishes work on DC01?
Bare stock must be protected immediately — zinc plating, zinc phosphate + e-coat, powder coat or oil; galvanized sheet takes paint after a chromate/phosphate or Zn-compatible primer.
Can DC01 be formed, bent or molded?
Very good cold formability — bend radii down to ~0.5–1×t, deep-draw modestly (use DC03/DC04/DC06 for severe draws); watch stretcher strain lines if the skin-pass has aged.
What is the maximum service temperature of DC01?
DC01 is rated for continuous use to about 400°C (752 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.
What is the difference between DC01-HR and DC01-CR?
HR is the default condition — choose for thicker, lower-cost parts where mill scale and looser thickness tolerance are acceptable. CR: standard stocked condition: bright, flat, tight-tolerance sheet for general bending, roll forming and light drawing. Yield strength is 250 MPa in HR versus 210 MPa in CR.
How much does DC01 cost?
DC01 is a budget-cost steel ($), cheaper than about 100% of the materials FabDigit quotes. Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on the raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
Can FabDigit make parts in DC01?
Yes — DC01 is available for sheet metal with instant online pricing. Upload a STEP file to get a price and a DFM check.
Sources
- EN 10130 — Cold rolled low carbon steel flat products for cold forming — CEN (2006)
- EN 10346 — Continuously hot-dip coated steel flat products — CEN (2015)
- EN 10152 — Electrolytically zinc coated cold rolled steel flat products — CEN (2017)
- ASM Handbook Vol. 1: Properties and Selection: Irons, Steels — ASM International (1990)
- Machinery's Handbook, 31st ed. (machinability ratings) — Industrial Press (2020)
- worldsteel LCI data for cold rolled and galvanized coil — World Steel Association (2023)
- Mysteel / SMM — Mysteel / SMM (2026)
Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison; hardness values on non-Brinell scales are converted approximately for charting only. Manufacturability limits are FabDigit quote-engine defaults and may be relaxed by engineering review. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.