Abbreviation | X46Cr13 |
US-Standard (AISI) | 420 |
Composition Alloy components [%] | C: 0,43 - 0,50 |
Stainless steel grade | C- |
Density [g/cm³] | 7.7 |
Yield pont Rp0,2 [N/mm²] | annealed: ≥600 tempered: ca. 1150 |
Tensile strength Rm [N/mm²] | annealed: ≤800 |
Corrosion resistance | Medium Resistant in chloride-free media, weak lyes and acids Susceptible to intergranular corrosion Optimum resistance, tempered and polished |
Machinability | poor |
| Weldability | poor |
Other properties | Nickel-free martensitic ferromagnetic structure Can be hardened to HRC 55 (Rm:1700-1900N/mm²) Can be mechanically polished to a high gloss Suitability for electropolishing: medium |
Main applications | Table and rotary knives Razors, scissors Rolling bearings Ice skates Surgical instruments Measuring tools Products for the medical and pharmaceutical industry |