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SUS420J2 /X30Cr13 / 1.4028 stainless steel

What Is SUS420J2 / X30Cr13 / 1.4028 Stainless Steel?

SUS420J2, also known as X30Cr13 or EN 1.4028, is a high-carbon martensitic stainless steel offering superior hardness, wear resistance, and moderate corrosion resistance. With a chromium content of approximately 13% and a carbon content of ~0.30%, this grade is widely used in precision components requiring strength and sharpness, such as knife blades, surgical tools, and valve parts.

What is the equivalent of 420J2 stainless steel?

EU
EN
USA
-
Germany
DIN,WNr
Japan
JIS
France
AFNOR
England
BS
Italy
UNI
China
GB
Sweden
SS
Poland
PN
Czechia
CSN
 
X30Cr13
420
X30Cr13
SUS420J2
Z30Cr13
Z33C13
420S45
X30Cr13
3Cr13
2304
2304-03
3H13
3H14
17023
30KH13

What is the Chemical Composition (Typical %) of sUS 420J2?

Element Content (%)
C 0.26 – 0.35
Cr 12.5 – 14.5
Mn ≤ 1.00
Si ≤ 1.00
P ≤ 0.04
S ≤ 0.03
Fe Balance

1.4028 Stainless Steel Mechanical Properties (After Hardening & Tempering)

Property Heat-Treated (+QT) Annealed Condition
Tensile Strength, Rm 800 – 1000 MPa –
Yield Strength, Re > 600 MPa < 740 MPa
Elongation, A > 10% > 15%
Hardness (HRC) 45 – 51 –
Hardness (HV) 450 – 550 < 235 HV
Hardness (HB) – < 235 HB
Hardness (HRB) – < 97 HRB
Thermal Capacity (cp at 20°C) 460 J·kg⁻¹·K⁻¹ –
Thermal Conductivity (λ) 30 W·m⁻¹·K⁻¹ –
Modulus of Elasticity (E) 215 GPa –
Linear Expansion Coefficient (α) 10.5 × 10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ –

Density

– 7.72 g/cm³

What is the difference between SUS420J2 and SUS420J1?

SUS420J2 has a higher carbon content (~0.30%) than SUS420J1 (~0.20%), enabling greater hardness and edge retention, but with slightly lower toughness.

Is SUS420J2 corrosion resistant?

It provides moderate corrosion resistance in dry or mildly moist environments, especially when hardened and polished. It's less corrosion-resistant than 304 or 316.

Can 1.4028 stainless steel be welded?

Welding is possible but not generally recommended due to the high carbon content, which increases the risk of cracking. Post-weld heat treatment is advised if welding is necessary.

 

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