who produces 440B?
who produces 440B?
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The martensitic stainless steels used for premium knife blades are made from a grade which has 15%Cr,0.50%C, 1.0%Mo, and 0.1%V nominally. Does anyone have experience with steel producers who make this alloy?
I believe it can be produced by continuous casting, but I'm not sure. Anyone have a clue?
I believe it can be produced by continuous casting, but I'm not sure. Anyone have a clue?





RE: who produces 440B?
You will probably find 440C, a better knife material, much easier.
Carpenter makes and supplies 440B. If you want small quantities you may have to go through a Knife making materials supplier.
http://www.cartech.com/contacts/wr_contacts_sao_us.html/?leftn=our_products&lefto=empty&lefti=empty
RE: who produces 440B?
RE: who produces 440B?
http://www.admiralsteel.com/products/blades.html
http://www.sheffieldsupply.com/catalog.html
http://www.knifemaking.com/
RE: who produces 440B?
http://www.timken.com/products/specialtysteel/engineering/tech_info/knifesteels.asp
Also, Hitachi produces a proprietary grade called ATS34, which is frequently used in knife applications.
http://www.hitachimetals.com/products/specialtysteel/cutlery_steels/