1.4057 / X17CrNi16-2

1.4057 - Martensitic stainless steel with high hardness and strength

1.4057 is a martensitic stainless steel with around 13-15% chromium, known for its high hardness and excellent strength. This alloy offers good wear resistance and is particularly suitable for applications where high mechanical loads and abrasion resistance are required. Corrosion resistance is medium, making it suitable for less aggressive environments. 1.4057 is easy to harden, making it ideal for precision manufacturing and demanding applications.

Properties:

High hardness and strength: 1.4057 offers excellent strength, making it suitable for high-load applications.

Wear resistance: It has good abrasion resistance and is suitable for parts with high mechanical wear.

Corrosion resistance: The alloy has medium corrosion resistance, making it suitable for moderately aggressive environments.

Machinability: This alloy is easy to machine and is particularly suitable for precise manufacturing processes.
Applications:
1.4057 is often used in the tool industry, for cutting tools, machine components and parts that require high hardness, strength and wear resistance with moderate corrosion requirements.