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420 Stainless Steel

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420 Stainless Steel

420 Stainless Steel is a hardenable martensitic stainless steel featuring a chromium content of at least 12% and higher carbon levels for improved hardness and wear resistance. It blends moderate corrosion resistance with good machinability and is often used in applications requiring high hardness or fine finish.

Key Features

This grade provides excellent hardness and wear resistance after heat treatment, while still offering good polishability and moderate corrosion resistance. It stands out for applications where hardness and surface finish are critical, such as blades, shafts and precision parts.

Typical Applications
  • Cutlery, knives and tooling blades
  • Valve parts, shafts and pump components
  • Wear‑resistant machine parts, surgical and dental instruments
  • Industrial hardware requiring a hard surface plus corrosion resistance
Forms of Supply

Supplied in annealed, semi‑hardened or quenched & tempered condition, available as bars, flats, sheets, plates or machined blanks. Custom cut‑to‑size and finish options available throughout the UAE & Gulf region for immediate fabrication.

Technical Specifications

Chemical Composition
  • Carbon (C): 0.15–0.40% – provides hardenability and enhanced wear resistance.
  • Silicon (Si): ≤ 1.00% – supports strength and de‑oxidation.
  • Manganese (Mn): ≤ 1.00% – adds toughness and supports alloy structure.
  • Phosphorus (P): ≤ 0.04% – reduces brittleness.
  • Sulfur (S): ≤ 0.03% – improves machinability.
  • Chromium (Cr): 12.0–14.0% – gives corrosion resistance and supports the martensitic hardenable matrix.
  • Iron (Fe): Balance – main base metal element.
Certifications
  • Standard Mill Test Certificate (MTC) included verifying chemical and mechanical values.
  • Available with EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 inspection certificates or equivalent third‑party verified documents on request.
  • Conformance to standards such as ASTM A240 / A276 (or equivalent) as applicable for bars, plates and sheet formats.
  • For project‑specific or third‑party inspection requirements (e.g., NDT, traceability), please consult our sales team during enquiry.

Technical Assistance

Our expert team and in-house metallurgists are available to provide guidance on any technical queries. At Silver Metal, we combine extensive industry knowledge with rigorous quality control to ensure every product meets the highest standards.

Silver Metal supplies high-quality metals and materials for a wide range of industries, including construction, oil & gas, manufacturing, and architectural projects across the UAE and Gulf region.

Yes! We offer tailored solutions and processing options to meet your exact project requirements. Our team can guide you through customization for all our products.

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You can easily contact our team via the website to request a quote or discuss your project. We provide professional support to ensure your requirements are met accurately and efficiently.

Custom Orders & Support

Looking for a specific grade, finish, or size? Our team provides tailored metal solutions to match your project requirements. Contact us today.

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