Alloy 1.4000 technical data sheet:

General information:

Alloy: 1.4000

Trade names: X6Cr13, AISI 403

Material number: 1.4000

DIN standard: X6Cr13

UNS number: S40300


Chemical composition:

Carbon content (C): 0.08% max.

Silicon content (Si): 1.00% max.

Manganese (Mn): 1.00% max.

Phosphorus (P): 0.04% max.

Sulfur (S): 0.03% max.

Chromium (Cr): 12.50 - 14.50%

Nickel (Ni): 0.75% max.


Physical Properties:

Density: 7.70 g/cm³

Melting point: 1450 - 1530 °C

Thermal conductivity: 25 W/(m*K)

Electrical conductivity: 0.24 Ωmm²/m

Specific electrical resistance: 0.40 μΩm


Mechanical properties:

Tensile strength: 450 - 750 N/mm²

Yield point: 275 - 485 N/mm²

Elongation at break: 15 - 25%

Hardness: 170 - 220 HB


Heat treatment:

Hardenability: by tempering at temperatures between 950 and 1050 °C

Tempering hardness: at 600 - 700 °C for an optimal combination of hardness and toughness


Application areas:

Pump and valve construction

Valve and container construction

Food industry (e.g. for knives)

Chemical industry

General Engineering


Please note that the values given here are guide values and may vary depending on the manufacturing process, dimensions and testing method. It is recommended to check the manufacturer's specifications before use.