Product Details, Specifications, and Technical Information
- 15N20 is a great steel for knife blades.
- It is very tough and easy to heat treat.
- It has enough toughness to be used at HRC 61-62 and resist chipping. Its primary use is bandsaw blades in sawmills.
Knifemakers who make damascus are familiar with 15N20. The nickel in 15N20 resists acid etching and stays shiny. This is one reason why 15N20 is used in making some damascus. The nickel also adds significantly to the toughness of the steel.

Dimension Name | Specification |
Thickness | 0.06 |
Length | 11.6 |
Alloy | 15N20 |
Temper | Annealed |
Production Method | Cold Rolled |
Material | Carbon Steel |
Shape | Sheet/Plate |
Weight/Lineal Foot | ||
0.39 pounds |
Please note that this data is to be used ONLY FOR REFERENCE, NOT FOR DESIGN, and by using it,you agree that any decisions you make regarding materials for your project are at your own discretion.