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Sandvik 14C28N® is a chromium martensitic stainless steel with a chemistry optimized for high-quality professional knife applications. The chemical composition provides a unique combination of properties, including:
- Excellent edge performance
- Very high hardness
- Good corrosion resistance
Sandvik 14C28N® is primarily recommended for applications with knives that demand very high standards in terms of sharpness, stability, and corrosion resistance. Examples include pocket knives, chef knives, hunting knives, and fishing knives.
Hardening
Temperature: 1050°C, Soaking time: 1.5 minutes per millimeter
Quenching
Cool as rapidly as possible, between aluminum plates with forced air. For optimal results, 600°C must be reached within 2 minutes or less.
Tempering:
40 minutes for 2 cycles
| Hardness |
Temperature |
|---|---|
| 59 HRC | 175oC (345oF) |
| 57 HRC | 225oC (435oF) |
| 55 HRC | 350oC (660oF) |