Stainless Steel 17-4 PHPrecipitation Hardening Stainless Steel
Precipitation hardening stainless steel combining exceptional strength with good corrosion resistance. Ideal for high-performance applications requiring both mechanical properties and environmental durability.
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Precipitation Hardened Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel 17-4 PH is a precipitation hardening martensitic stainless steel that offers an exceptional combination of high strength, good corrosion resistance, and excellent mechanical properties. After heat treatment (H900 condition), it achieves tensile strengths exceeding 1340 MPa while maintaining good ductility. This material is widely used in aerospace, medical, and high-performance applications where both strength and corrosion resistance are critical.
Critical Applications
From mission-critical aerospace components to precision medical implants, Stainless Steel 17-4 PH delivers unmatched performance in the most demanding applications. Its exceptional exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, good corrosion resistance in mild environments, heat treatable for optimized properties make it essential for applications where failure is not an option.
Medical Instruments
Surgical tools, orthopedic instruments, and dental equipment requiring high strength and corrosion resistance
Aerospace Components
Structural components, brackets, and fasteners with high strength-to-weight ratio
Automotive Parts
High-performance engine components, transmission parts, and exhaust system hardware
Marine Hardware
Corrosion-resistant fasteners, propeller components, and marine equipment
Oil & Gas Equipment
Downhole tools, valve components, and corrosion-resistant equipment
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Built with Precision DMLS Technology
Stainless Steel 17-4 PH is manufactured using Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) technology, providing unmatched strength and precision for mission-critical applications.
Industrial-grade DMLS technology delivers exceptional strength and precision for Stainless Steel 17-4 PH production. Our advanced metal powder fusion process ensures optimal mechanical properties and surface quality.
- Layer Height: 0.02 - 0.06 mm. Fine layer resolution delivers smooth surface finish and precise feature definition.
- Tolerance: ± 0.1% (min ± 0.1 mm). Consistent dimensional accuracy across complex geometries and thin-wall features.
- Build Volume: 250 × 250 × 325 mm. Large production capacity enables efficient manufacturing of multiple parts or assemblies.
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Mechanical Properties
Stainless Steel 17-4 PH exhibits excellent mechanical properties, making it ideal for functional prototypes and end-use parts that need to meet demanding performance requirements in aerospace and medical applications.
Technical Specifications
| Measurement | Value | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength (H900) | 1340 MPa | ISO/ASTM |
| Tensile Strength (As-Built) | 886 MPa | ISO/ASTM |
| Yield Strength (H900) | 1235 MPa | ISO/ASTM |
| Yield Strength (As-Built) | 861 MPa | ISO/ASTM |
| Elongation at Break (H900) | 13.5 % | ISO/ASTM |
| Elongation at Break (As-Built) | 20 % | ISO/ASTM |
| Hardness (H900) | 42 HRC | ISO/ASTM |
| Hardness (As-Built) | 24 HRC | ISO/ASTM |
Performance Characteristics
Stainless Steel 17-4 PH delivers exceptional mechanical performance with exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, effectively handling demanding load conditions. Its balanced mechanical profile allows it to maintain structural integrity while preventing brittleness in critical applications.
These qualities make it well-suited for surgical instruments and orthopedic tools, aerospace structural components and brackets, high-performance automotive parts, providing long-term durability in demanding environments. Stainless Steel 17-4 PH maintains dimensional stability over time, ensuring consistent performance across temperature and stress variations.
This makes it a reliable choice for applications requiring precise geometries and tight tolerances across aerospace, medical, automotive industries. Its versatility and durability allow it to perform consistently across a wide range of mechanical applications, ensuring parts maintain their integrity under repetitive stress and environmental conditions.
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Thermal Properties
Stainless Steel 17-4 PH exhibits exceptional thermal stability, with a melting point of 1426-1482°C and outstanding performance in demanding thermal environments.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Value | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Melting Point | 1426-1482 °C | ISO/ASTM |
| Thermal Expansion (25-100°C) | 10.4 ×10⁻⁶/K | ISO/ASTM |
| Thermal Expansion (25-300°C) | 11.4 ×10⁻⁶/K | ISO/ASTM |
Thermal Performance
Stainless Steel 17-4 PH's thermal properties ensure minimal dimensional deviation under fluctuating thermal conditions, making it highly suitable for applications requiring tight tolerances and structural integrity at elevated temperatures. Stainless Steel 17-4 PH maintains consistent mechanical performance even in thermally and environmentally variable conditions across aerospace and medical and automotive and marine and oil & gas and industrial manufacturing applications.
Its thermal conductivity and insulating properties make it an excellent candidate for electronic enclosures, protective housings, and thermal management applications. Stainless Steel 17-4 PH resists thermal fatigue and creep deformation, particularly in cyclic thermal loading environments.
Prolonged exposure to temperatures approaching its upper limit (1426-1482°C) may lead to gradual material degradation. In applications requiring sustained operation in high-temperature environments, consult with our engineering team for material recommendations and design guidelines.
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Electrical Properties
Electrical property data for Stainless Steel 17-4 PH is not currently available in our database.
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| Property | Standard | Unit | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical property data not available for this material. Contact our engineering team for specific electrical testing requirements. | |||
Electrical Performance
Electrical property data for Stainless Steel 17-4 PH is not currently available in our database. This material may not have been specifically tested for electrical applications, or the data may be available upon request.
If you require electrical performance data for your application, please contact our engineering team who can provide guidance on testing requirements and material suitability.
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Chemical Properties
Chemical compatibility data for Stainless Steel 17-4 PH is available upon request.
Chemical Compatibility Chart
| Chemical | Type | Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical compatibility data available upon request. Contact our engineering team for specific chemical resistance information. | ||
Chemical Performance
Chemical compatibility data for Stainless Steel 17-4 PH is not currently available in our standard database. This material may not have been specifically tested for chemical resistance, or the data may be available upon request.
If your application involves exposure to chemicals, solvents, or other aggressive substances, please contact our engineering team who can provide guidance on material suitability and testing requirements.
We can arrange for application-specific chemical testing to ensure Stainless Steel 17-4 PH meets your performance requirements in chemically challenging environments.
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Biocompatibility & Compliance
Stainless Steel 17-4 PH is biocompatible, meeting USP Class VI and ISO 10993 standards, making it safe for short-term contact with skin and mucosal membranes.
Compliance Standards
| Property | Compliance | Standard/Regulation |
|---|---|---|
| ASTM A564-13 | Yes | Age-Hardening Stainless Steel Bars and Shapes |
| ASTM F899-12b | Yes | Wrought Stainless Steels for Surgical Instruments |
| UNS S17400 | Yes | Standard Designation for Stainless Steel 17-4 PH |
| DIN 1.4542 | Yes | European Standard for Stainless Steel 17-4 PH |
| ISO 10993-5 | Yes | Cytotoxicity Testing for Medical Devices |
| REACH | Yes | Registration, Evaluation, Authorization of Chemicals |
| RoHS | Yes | Restriction of Hazardous Substances |
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