1.4116 x50 cr mo v15
The 1.4116 X50CrMoV15 is a high performance stainless steel alloy that represents a significant advancement in metallurgical engineering. This premium grade steel contains approximately 0.5% carbon, 15% chromium, along with precise amounts of molybdenum and vanadium, creating a material that excels in hardness, corrosion resistance, and edge retention. The steel's composition makes it particularly suitable for applications requiring exceptional durability and precision cutting capabilities. It achieves a hardness rating of 55-57 HRC after proper heat treatment, ensuring superior wear resistance while maintaining enough flexibility to prevent brittleness. The addition of molybdenum enhances the steel's stability during heat treatment and improves its resistance to pitting corrosion, while vanadium contributes to the formation of hard carbides that significantly improve edge retention and wear resistance. This steel grade finds extensive use in professional cutlery, surgical instruments, and high precision industrial tools where consistent performance and reliability are paramount.