X33CrS16 is the right choice when corrosion resistance combined with good machinability is required. This martensitic stainless tool steel is primarily used for plastic moulds, medical technology components and other applications where high surface quality and resistance to moisture and cleaning agents are crucial. It offers excellent polishability, high dimensional stability and reliable corrosion resistance, combined with sufficient hardness and wear resistance.
Material X33CrS16 (1.2085)
Stainless tool steel with good corrosion resistance and machinability
Material designations and standards
Material number:
1.2085
Standard designation (EN):
X33CrS16
Standards:
–
AISI/SAE:
–
Specifications and details
The advantages of X33CrS16 (1.2085)
Areas of application
Chemical composition and mechanical properties.
C (Carbon):
0,28 - 0,38 %
Si (Silicon):
≤ 1,00 %
Mn (Manganese):
≤ 1,40 %
Cr (Chromium):
15,00 - 17,00 %
Ni (Nickel):
≤ 1,00 %
Density in kg/dm³:
7.65
Hardness (HB):
≤ 320 HB
Yield strength (Rp0.20):
820 - 910
Tensile strength (Rm):
1080
Why X33CrS16?
Cost-effectiveness
X33CrS16 offers corrosion resistance and good machinability at an attractive price-performance ratio.
Machining
The material is easy to machine, polish and texturise, whilst reliably maintaining its dimensional accuracy.
Applications
X33CrS16 is ideal for plastic moulds, water-cooled tools and components in the medical and packaging industries.