X46Cr13
1.4034Martensitic chromium stainless steel with high carbon content (0.43-0.50%) and 12.5-14.5% Cr. The highest carbon grade in the basic Cr13 martensitic series. Achieves hardness up to 56 HRC. Good compromise between hardness and corrosion resistance. Equivalent to AISI 420C/420HC. Used for knife blades, surgical instruments, razor blades, CO2 capture pipes, and precision cutting tools. Good polishing capability.
Chemical composition comparison (wt%)
Side-by-side: X46Cr13 (EN) (EN 10088-2) vs ASTM
| Element | X46Cr13 (EN) | ASTM | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| C | 0.43–0.5% | — | — |
| Si | ≤ 1% | — | — |
| Mn | ≤ 1% | — | — |
| P | ≤ 0.04% | — | — |
| S | ≤ 0.015% | — | — |
| Cr | 12.5–14.5% | — | — |
Mechanical properties
QT
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | ≥ 900 | MPa |
| Yield Strength | ≥ 700 | MPa |
| Elongation | ≥ 8 | % |
| Hardness HRC | 53–56 | HRC |
| Density | ≥ 7.7 | g/cm3 |
Heat treatment
| Process | Temperature | Medium | Holding Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| hardening | 1020–1060 °C | oil | — | Air or oil quench |
| tempering | 150–350 °C | air | — | Temper to desired hardness |
| annealing | 760–810 °C | furnace | — | Soft annealing, slow cool |
Related materials
304 Stainless Steel
1.4301The most widely used austenitic stainless steel. Excellent corrosion resistance, good formability and weldability. Standard choice for food processing, chemical, and architectural applications.
316L
1.4404Low-carbon austenitic stainless steel with molybdenum addition. Superior corrosion resistance to 304, especially against chlorides and pitting. Standard choice for chemical processing, marine, medical implants, and pharmaceutical equipment.
430 Stainless Steel
1.4016Ferritic chromium stainless steel with good corrosion resistance and formability. Lower cost than austenitic grades. Used for automotive trim, kitchen sinks, architectural panels, and appliance components.
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