Steel Wire Rods from Professional Manufacturer with Consistent Quality

Steel wire rod is a hot-rolled steel product supplied in coil form, typically used as a semi-finished material for further cold processing. YS STEEL produces Steel Wire Rods with diameters ranging from 5.5 mm to 16 mm in a wide variety of low carbon, medium carbon, and high carbon steel grades. The product is suitable for drawing into wire of smaller diameters, cold heading into fasteners, forming into electrodes, or processing into springs and ropes.

Our wire rod coils feature a uniform round cross-section, controlled cooling, and consistent mechanical properties along the entire coil length. The surface is smooth and free from harmful defects such as cracks, scabs, seams, and excessive scale. YS STEEL can supply coils with standard or customized inner diameters, coil weights, and packaging configurations to match different production line requirements.

Detailed Product Parameters

The following technical parameters define the standard range of steel wire rod supplied by YS STEEL. We also manufacture non-standard sizes and special grades according to customer drawings or specific application requirements.

Diameter range: 5.5 mm – 16.0 mm (standard), with common sizes including 5.5 mm, 6.5 mm, 7.0 mm, 8.0 mm, 9.0 mm, 10.0 mm, 11.0 mm, 12.0 mm, 13.0 mm, 14.0 mm, 15.0 mm, and 16.0 mm
Diameter tolerance: ±0.25 mm for diameters below 8 mm; ±0.30 mm for diameters 8 mm to 12 mm; ±0.40 mm for diameters above 12 mm (tighter tolerances available upon request)
Coil weight: 1.8 – 2.5 metric tons per coil (standard); customized coil weight up to 3.0 metric tons available
Coil inner diameter: 850 mm, 1100 mm, or 1250 mm depending on mill configuration and customer handling equipment
Coil outer diameter: 1200 mm – 1500 mm, adjustable based on coil weight and inner diameter
Surface condition: Hot rolled, smooth, free from visible scale, rust, oil, and mechanical damage
Packing types: Bare coil with steel straps, waterproof paper wrapping, jute cloth wrapping, plastic film wrapping, or on wooden pallets
Coil ends: Trimmed square and clean, with no severe deformation or telescoping
Standard lengths: Continuous coil form, no welded joints within a single coil

Available Steel Grades

YS STEEL offers a broad portfolio of steel wire rod grades to serve different industrial sectors. The table below lists the most frequently supplied grades along with relevant international standards and typical end uses.

Standard	Grade Examples	Diameter Range	Typical Application
GB/T 4354-2008	Q195, Q215, Q235, 45#, 55#, 60#, 65#, 70#	5.5 mm – 16.0 mm	General purpose wire drawing, nails, screws, low and medium strength wires
ASTM A510/A510M	SAE 1006, SAE 1008, SAE 1010, SAE 1018, SAE 1020, SAE 1022	5.5 mm – 16.0 mm	Cold heading, fasteners, welding wire, chain links, formed parts
JIS G3505	SWRM6, SWRM8, SWRM10, SWRM12, SWRCH6A, SWRCH8A, SWRCH10A	5.5 mm – 16.0 mm	Wire drawing, cold forging, electro galvanizing, bright wire
DIN 17140	C4D, C7D, C10D, C15D, C20D, C30D	5.5 mm – 16.0 mm	Drawing, spring steel wire, rope wire, galvanized wire
EN 10016-2	C2D, C4D, C7D, C9D, C20D, C32D	5.5 mm – 16.0 mm	Cold drawing, PC strand, welding consumables
Custom grades	55Cr3, 60Si2Mn, 72A, 82A, H08A, H10Mn2	5.5 mm – 13.0 mm	Spring wire, saw wire, welding electrode core wire, high strength applications

Chemical Composition for Common Grades

Precise control of chemical composition is critical for downstream processes such as cold heading and high speed drawing. YS STEEL uses advanced spectral analysis to verify each heat before rolling. The table below provides reference chemical compositions for frequently ordered grades.

Grade	C %	Si %	Mn %	P % max	S % max
Q195	0.06 – 0.12	≤ 0.30	0.25 – 0.50	0.035	0.040
Q235	0.12 – 0.20	≤ 0.30	0.30 – 0.70	0.045	0.050
SAE 1006	≤ 0.08	≤ 0.10	0.25 – 0.45	0.025	0.025
SAE 1008	≤ 0.10	≤ 0.10	0.30 – 0.50	0.025	0.025
SAE 1010	0.08 – 0.13	≤ 0.10	0.30 – 0.60	0.025	0.025
SAE 1018	0.15 – 0.20	≤ 0.10	0.60 – 0.90	0.025	0.025
45#	0.42 – 0.50	0.17 – 0.37	0.50 – 0.80	0.035	0.035
65#	0.62 – 0.70	0.17 – 0.37	0.50 – 0.80	0.035	0.035
70#	0.67 – 0.75	0.17 – 0.37	0.50 – 0.80	0.035	0.035

Mechanical Properties Reference

Mechanical properties vary depending on grade, diameter, and controlled cooling conditions. The values below represent typical ranges for YS STEEL wire rod products tested according to international standards at room temperature.

Grade	Tensile Strength (MPa)	Elongation (%)	Reduction of Area (%)
Q195	315 – 430	≥ 30	≥ 55
Q235	375 – 500	≥ 26	≥ 50
SAE 1006	≤ 370	≥ 35	≥ 60
SAE 1008	≤ 410	≥ 32	≥ 55
SAE 1010	≤ 440	≥ 30	≥ 55
SAE 1018	480 – 620	≥ 20	≥ 45
45#	≥ 600	≥ 16	≥ 40
65#	≥ 750	≥ 10	≥ 30

Production Process and Quality Control

YS STEEL operates a fully integrated production line for steel wire rod, starting from high-quality billets and ending with precisely packed export coils. Each step is monitored by experienced engineers and quality inspectors to maintain consistency and traceability.

Billet inspection: Incoming billets are checked for dimensions, surface quality, and chemical composition before entering the furnace.
Reheating: Billets are heated to a uniform rolling temperature using a walking beam furnace with precise zone control to avoid overheating and decarburization.
High-speed rolling: A no-twist continuous rolling mill with automatic gauge control ensures tight diameter tolerance and uniform cross-section.
Controlled cooling: Stelmor conveyor with adjustable cooling rates produces desired mechanical properties, scale thickness, and microstructure for low, medium, and high carbon grades.
Coil forming: The laying head forms stable, well-shaped coils with consistent inner diameter and minimal telescoping.
Inspection: Every coil is sampled for tensile strength, elongation, diameter, surface defects, and chemical verification. Additional testing such as microstructure, decarburization, and segregation is available upon request.
Packaging: Coils are strapped, wrapped, and labeled according to customer requirements and international shipping standards.

Applications

Steel wire rod from YS STEEL is a versatile raw material used across many industries. The product’s consistent quality reduces breakage during drawing and improves efficiency in downstream manufacturing processes.

Wire drawing: Low and high carbon wire rod is drawn into bright wire, galvanized wire, barbed wire, and fencing wire.
Fastener manufacturing: Cold heading quality grades such as SAE 1008, SAE 1018, and SWRCH series are used for bolts, screws, nuts, rivets, and other fasteners.
Welding consumables: Grades like H08A, H10Mn2, and ER70S-6 feedstock are drawn into welding electrodes and MIG/TIG wire.
Spring wire and rope wire: Medium and high carbon grades including 45#, 65#, 70#, and 82A are used for springs, suspension cables, wire ropes, and PC strand.
Nails and staples: Low carbon grades such as Q195 and SAE 1006 are widely processed into nails, staples, and wire mesh.
Automotive components: Cold heading wire rod is used in the production of bearing balls, shafts, pins, and various formed parts.
General engineering: Wire rod serves as the base material for chain links, screws, hooks, and numerous fabricated metal products.

Why Buy Steel Wire Rod from YS STEEL

20+ years of industry experience: YS STEEL has supplied Steel Wire Rods to customers in North America, Europe, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and South America.
Strict quality management: Our mill is certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards, with in-house testing for chemistry, mechanical properties, and surface quality.
Wide product range: We stock and produce low carbon, medium carbon, high carbon, cold heading, and welding grades to meet diverse application needs.
Customization capabilities: Coil weight, inner diameter, tolerance, surface treatment, and packaging can be tailored to your production line.
Reliable supply chain: YS STEEL maintains stable raw material sources and production scheduling to keep lead times short and consistent.
Technical support: Our engineering team can recommend the most suitable grade and parameters based on your down-stream process and final product requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which steel grades are available for wire rod?

YS STEEL offers a comprehensive range of steel grades covering low carbon, medium carbon, high carbon, cold heading, and welding applications. Available grades include Q195, Q235, SAE 1006, SAE 1008, SAE 1010, SAE 1018, SAE 1020, 45#, 55#, 60#, 65#, 70#, 72A, 82A, SWRCH6A, SWRCH8A, C4D, C7D, C10D, C20D, H08A, and others. We can produce according to GB, ASTM, JIS, DIN, and EN standards. If you need a special chemical composition, please contact our technical team with the required specification.

Can YS STEEL customize coil weight and inner diameter?

Yes, YS STEEL can customize coil weight from 1.8 metric tons up to 3.0 metric tons per coil, depending on diameter and grade. The inner diameter can be set at 850 mm, 1100 mm, or 1250 mm to suit different pay-off systems. Custom coil weight helps reduce loading and unloading frequency, improves processing efficiency, and lowers overall handling costs. We recommend discussing your equipment specifications with our sales team so we can configure the coil dimensions correctly before production begins.

What quality certifications does YS STEEL hold for Steel Wire Rods?

YS STEEL is certified to ISO 9001 for quality management and ISO 14001 for environmental management. Our products are accepted under international standards such as GB, ASTM, JIS, DIN, and EN. We also support third-party inspection by SGS, BV, Intertek, or other agencies. Each production lot is accompanied by a mill test certificate that includes chemical composition, mechanical properties, dimensional checks, and surface inspection results. This documentation ensures traceability and compliance with your contract requirements.

What is the minimum order quantity and production lead time?

The minimum order quantity for steel wire rod is typically one 20-foot container, which holds approximately 25 to 28 metric tons depending on coil size and packaging. For mixed sizes or special grades, smaller trial orders may be possible with advance coordination. Production lead time is usually 15 to 30 days after receiving the deposit or an irrevocable letter of credit, depending on the grade, quantity, and current production schedule. Please contact YS STEEL with your target delivery date so we can provide an accurate timeline.

How does YS STEEL ensure consistent quality in Steel Wire Rods?

YS STEEL ensures consistent quality through strict raw material selection, precise furnace temperature control, high-speed no-twist rolling, controlled cooling on a Stelmor conveyor, and systematic inspection of every coil. We test chemical composition using optical emission spectrometry, check tensile strength and elongation with calibrated universal testing machines, and perform visual and dimensional inspection for surface defects and tolerances. This multi-stage quality control system reduces variation between heats and coils, which helps prevent breakage and downtime in your downstream processes.