12C27M is a very pure, fine-grained alloy. It has excellent corrosion resistance and is a ‘dishwasher’ safe alloy. It takes incredibly sharp edges and will suit kitchen knives, or skinning knives.
Chemical Composition:-
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C:
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Cr:
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Mn:
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Si:
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P:
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S:
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0.52%
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14.5%
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0.6%
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0.4%
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0.025%
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0.01%
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Suggested Heat Treatments:
Heat to 1080C (Hold for 5 minutes)
Air or Oil Quench (Suggested Oil is Rye 32)
Optional – Cool to -70C
Temper twice for two hours at 175C for 58/59HRc or 225C for 56HRc
Supplied Cold Rolled Annealed in 600mm Lengths