420 Stainless Steel

Stainless Steel

Basic Information

Category:Stainless Steel
Material Type:alloy
Alternative Names:
420AISI 420EN 1.4021
Tags:
martensitichardenablecutlery

Composition & Structure

Composition:Fe-13Cr-0.15C
Microstructure:Martensite (quenched), tempered martensite

Description

Martensitic stainless steel commonly used for cutlery and surgical instruments. Can be hardened by heat treatment.