Stainless Rectangle Bar 440C offers high strength, moderate corrosion resistant, good hardness and wear resistance. After heat treatment, 440C is capable of attaining the highest strength, hardness and wear resistance of all the stainless alloys. It is typically used in rolling element bearing, valve seats, high-quality knife blades, surgical instruments, chisels, gage blocks, cutlery, ball bearings and races, molds and dies, knives, valve components, measuring instruments.
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Mechanical Properties
Chemistry Information : 440C Stainless Steel
The bar measures 0.5 inches in thickness and 1.25 inches in width, with a maximum length of 24 inches. It has a rectangular shape and is ground for precision.
Yes, 440C stainless steel offers the highest strength, hardness, and wear resistance among stainless alloys after heat treatment, making it ideal for knife blades, surgical instruments, molds, dies, and bearing components.
Yes, MTR reports are available for this product to verify its material properties and compliance.
What is the machinability rating of the 440C stainless steel bar, and how does it affect processing?
The machinability rating is 40, indicating moderate machinability. This means it can be machined effectively but may require appropriate tooling and techniques due to its hardness.
The bar is RoHS compliant (Yes 6C) but is not compliant with REACH regulations.