Alloy 1.4028 technical data sheet:

General information:

Alloy: 1.4028

Trade names: X30Cr13, AISI 420B

Material number: 1.4028

DIN standard: X30Cr13

UNS number: S42020


Chemical composition:

Carbon content (C): 0.26 - 0.35%

Silicon content (Si): 1.00% max.

Manganese (Mn): 1.50% max.

Phosphorus (P): 0.04% max.

Sulfur (S): 0.03% max.

Chromium (Cr): 12.50 - 14.50%


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: 700 - 1000 N/mm²

Yield point: 450 - 800 N/mm²

Elongation at break: 8 - 18%

Hardness: 200 - 260 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:

Cutting tools, surgical instruments and injection molds

Valves, pump parts and fittings in the chemical industry

Components in the aerospace industry

Blades, screws and shafts in the food 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.