A8Mod is a high shock resistance steel. Developed to replace S7 where improved wear resistance is required. It is a super tough steel which is a great choice for medium and large hard use knives and swords.
Chemical Composition:-
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C:
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Cr:
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Mn:
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V:
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Mo:
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Si:
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0.5%
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8.5%
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0.5%
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0.5%
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1.3%
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0.9%
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Suggested Heat Treatment:
Heat to 1020 – 1050C Hold for 10 minutes
Air or Oil Quench (Suggested Oil is Rye 32)
Temper for two hours at 150C for 60HRc
Temper for two hours at 250C for 58HRc
Supplied in 800mm Lengths – Hot Rolled Pickled Annealed