420HC Stainless Steel Manufacturer

We are a leading professional manufacturer specializing in the production of 420HC stainless steel flat bars, steel plates, and sheets. Feel free to inquire about our products; we offer competitive prices, maintain consistent product quality, and ensure ample supply.

420HC Supplying

Shape: Flat, Sheet, Round

Heat-treatment: Annealed, Hardened

Surface: Black, Bright

Please send your inquiry to info@fushunspecialsteel.com

What is 420HC?

420HC is a Martensitic 420 series steel grade. The HC in its name stands for high carbon which means the steel can be hardened through heat treatment to reach higher levels of hardness.

In addition to Carbon elements, the steel contains 13% Chromium which gives it corrosion resistance properties.

420HC is mostly used in production of cutlery, shear blades, surgical tools, scissors, needle valves, among other applications.

420HC differs from it by an increased carbon content of 0.44-0.60%, while in 420 steel this content is approximately 0.12 – 0.14%. In addition, 420HC steel has an increased chromium content of about 13-14% and has silicon, manganese, molybdenum and vanadium in its composition. It approximately corresponds in its composition to the Russian tool steels 50X14MF and 65X13.

420HC Chemical component

Usage of 420HC

Tools made from 420HC Steel are easy to sharpen and are durable when in constant use and they’re pretty rust-resistant. This makes them great for some machetes. A knife made from this level of steel is one of the best products available when on any expedition. Any product made from 420HC steel is a smart purchase. Using old-fashioned sharpening tools works fine on this steel and it still takes the pressure of everyday use. Blades made from this material are less apt to corrode; the machete is a good example.  They are an excellent work tool. While rusting is always an issue for many steels, just remember to rinse, dry, and oil your knife after use if you’re concerned.