D2 (Werkstoff 1.2379) is known for wear resistance, good edge holding and decent toughness. While not a true stainless steel, it is pretty corrosion resistant.
Chemical Composition:-
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C:
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Cr:
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Mn:
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V:
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Mo:
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1.55%
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11.5%
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0.3%
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0.8%
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0.9%
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Suggested Heat Treatments:
Heat to 980C Hold for 15 minutes
Oil Quench (Suggested Oil is Rye 32)
Temper twice for two hours at 200C for 61HRc
Supplied Surface Ground to a h8 tolerance - Annealed