Grade 1.2085 - 420 Stainless Steel
1.2085 stainless steel is a martensitic grade of stainless. It is magnetic and hardenable with rust resistant properties. 1.2085 stainless is characterised by having a 0.28-0.38 carbon, and 15-17% chromium content. This mix of analysis gives 1.2085 stainless steel an outstanding corrosion resistance and exceptional wear properties after heat treatment. Superior to 410 and 416 type stainlesses for most applications. 1.2085 stainless steel has good ductility in the annealed condition, but is capable of achieving 55HRC after treatment. Optimal corrosion resistance is realised when 1.2085 is surface ground and polished after hardening.
| 1.2085 - 420 Stainless Steel Chemical Analysis wt % | ||||||
| C | Si | Mn | P | S | Cr | Ni |
| 0.28-0.38 | ≤ 1.00 | ≤ 1.40 | ≤ 0.03 | 0.05-0.10 | 15.0-17.0 | ≤ 1.00 |
Applications for 1.2085
Dental and surgical instruments cutlery, pump components, shafts, plastic moulds, gear pinions, cams and various hand tools
Soft Annealing 1.2085
Heat to 850-880°C. Cool slowly in air.
Machineability of 1.2085
Good machining characteristics due to the addition of Sulphur.
| 1.2085 - 420 Stainless Mechanical Properties at ambient temperature | ||||||
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Condition annealed. Quenched and tempered 850°C 0.2% Proof Stress: 905 Nmm² Tensile Strength: 950 - 1100 Nmm² Elongation: 10% Notch Impact Energy: (ISO-V) (J) 20 Hardness HB Max 230 |
Forging 420S37
Hot forming temperature 800-1100°C. Slow cool
Hardening 1.2085
Harden from a temperature 1000-1050°C
Follow by oil or air quenching.
Tempering 1.2085
Tempering temperature 150-200°C
Heat Treatment Advise of 1.2085
Treatment temperatures, including the rate of heating, cooling and soaking times will vary due to factors such as the shape and size of each 420 stainless steel component. Other considerations during the heat treatment process include the type of furnace, quenching medium, and workpiece transfer facilities. Please consult your heat treatment provider for full guidance for heat treatment of 1.2085 stainless steel.
Corrosion resistance 1.2085
Hardened condition realises resistance to atmosphere, fresh, dilute acids and alkalise, fresh water, fruit juices, vegetable juices and plastics
| 1.2085 - 420 Stainless Steel Physical properties | ||||||
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Average values at ambient temperature Modulus of elasticity. (10³ x N/mm²) : 216 Density. (g/cm³): 7.73 Thermal conductivity. (W/m.K): 31.0 Electric resistivity. (Ohm mm²/m): 0.60 Specific heat capacity. (J/g.K): 0.47 Magnetisable. Yes |
Welding of 1.2085
Not commonly welded due to its air-hardening characteristics. Welding may possibly be performed after preheating to 149-204°C with the post-welding tempering at temperature for 2 hours. Recommendation of specialist advice to be sought
Cold working of 1.2085
The material will withstand only minor cold work. Radical forming operations will result in cracking
Disclaimer
The information and data presented herein are typical or average values and are not a guarantee of maximum or minimum values. Applications specifically suggested for material described herein are made solely for the purpose of illustrations to enable the reader to make their own evaluations. They are not intended to either express or imply the suitability for these or any other purposes
