Heat Treatment Specifications
Austenitizing
Temperature1050°C(1922°F)
Soak Time15 minutes
Tempering
Temperature180°C(356°F)
Time120 minutes
Cycles2x
Quench Medium
plate
Target Hardness
60 - 64 HRC
Performance Characteristics
Toughness4.5/10
Edge Retention7.5/10
Corrosion Resistance5.5/10
Ease of Sharpening5/10
Overall Score22.5/40
Interesting Facts
- 1Sandvik's most wear-resistant knife steel grade
- 2Coarse carbide structure unlike other Sandvik steels
- 3Recommended for industrial use only - not ideal for keen edges
- 4Sacrifices toughness for maximum abrasion resistance
Famous Uses
Industrial abrasive cutting
Specialized wear applications
Best For
Japanese kitchen knives
General culinary use
Balanced performance applications
Similar Steels
Not Recommended For
- Rough work
- Beginners
- Budget projects
Expert Tips
- 1Good balance of edge retention and corrosion resistance
- 2Ingot manufacturing technology
- 3Suitable for food preparation