Alloy 1.4006 technical data sheet:

General information:

Alloy: 1.4006

Trade names: X12Cr13, AISI 410

Material number: 1.4006

DIN standard: X12Cr13

UNS number: S41000


Chemical composition

Carbon content (C): 0.08 - 0.15%

Silicon content (Si): 1.00% max.

Manganese (Mn): 1.50% max.

Phosphorus (P): 0.04% max.

Sulfur (S): 0.03% max.

Chromium (Cr): 11.50 - 13.50%


Physical Properties:

Density: 7.7 g/cm³

Melting point: 1450 - 1510 °C

Thermal conductivity: 30 W/(m*K)

Electrical conductivity: 0.25Ωmm²/m

Specific electrical resistance: 0.40 μΩm


Mechanical properties:

Tensile strength: 650 - 950 N/mm²

Yield point: 250 - 450 N/mm²

Elongation at break: 10 - 25%

Hardness: 170 - 230 HB


Heat treatment:

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

Tempering hardness: at 200 - 650 °C for an optimal combination of hardness and toughness


Application areas:

Knives, scissors and surgical instruments

Pump parts, valves and fittings in the chemical industry

Gears, bearings and shafts in the mechanical engineering industry

Components in the aerospace industry


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.