(At recommended hardness)
Elmax wear resistance and edge retention vs competitor PM grade and AISI 440C
Elmax toughness vs competitor PM grade and AISI 440C
Polishability graph for Uddeholm Elmax
The high chromium content gives Uddeholm Elmax a good corrosion resistance. The addition of vanadium and high carbon content further improves the hardness and abrasive wear resistance.
C
Si
Mn
Cr
Mo
V
ANALYSIS %
1,7
0,8
0,3
18,0
1,0
3,0