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High Carbon Stainless Steel Alloy -- 420HC




Tempered 420HC Steel Strip, As Rolled, AMS 5506, ASTM A240
ApplicationsCutlery, Surgical and dental instruments, Scissors, Tapes, Straight edges, Fasteners, Firearms
DescriptionType 420HC is a martensitic stainless steel that provides good corrosion resistance similar to 410 plus increased strength and hardness. It is magnetic in both the annealed and hardened conditions. Maximum corrosion resistance is attained only in the fully hardened condition. It is never used in the annealed condition. 420HC Steel also offers good ductility when annealed and excellent corrosion resistance properties when the metal is polished, surface ground or hardened.
Specifications
Product Category
Metal Shapes and Stock
Type
Stainless; Alloy
UNS Number
42000
Specifications
AMS; ASTM / ASME; UNS
Shape / Form
Semi-finished, Mill Stock or Near Net Shapes; Strip; Coil - Strip
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