X22CrNi17, X23CrNi17, 1.2787 ESR - Martensitic stainless steel classified as a tool steel for hot working.

 

Standard Steel Grade
Chemical Composition %
C: Mn: Si: P: S: Cr: Ni:
EN/DIN X22CrNi17 - X23CrNi17 - 1.2787
0.10 - 0.25 <1.0 <1.0 <0.035 <0.035 15.5 - 18.0 1.0 - 2.5
NF X21CrNi17 - Z21CN17
0.17 - 0.25 <1.0 <1.0 - - 16.0 - 18.0 1.5 - 2.5

 


X22CrNi17, X23CrNi17, 1.2787 - specifications and applications

Martensitic stainless steel similar to steel grades 2H17N2, X17CrNi16-2, 1.4057, classified as a tool steel. Available most often after electro-slag remelting - ESR, for the glass industry to high temperature glass molds and tools. Other applications are pump parts, shafts, blow moulds for plastic production.


Mechanical properties


Heat treatment processes:

  • Softening annealing at 680 - 750℃
  • Relief annealing at 600 - 650℃
  • Hardening at 1020 - 1050℃ with cooling in oil
  • Tempering at 100 - 500℃

In the above mentioned grades the company provides: