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.120" x 3.0" Carbon Steel Rectangle Bar 15N20Part #: mp-00001179
- 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.
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The bar measures 0.12 inches in thickness, 3 inches in width, and 11.6 inches in length. It is made from 15N20 carbon steel, known for its toughness and ease of heat treatment.
Yes, 15N20 steel is excellent for knife blades due to its toughness and ability to be heat treated to a hardness of HRC 61-62, which helps resist chipping. The nickel content also resists acid etching and maintains a shiny finish, making it popular in damascus steel.
This product ships within 1 business day, but there is no indication that custom cutting is available for this specific bar.
No, a material test report (MTR) is not available for this product.
The bar is cold rolled and annealed, which contributes to its toughness and machinability.
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