1.2235 / 80CrV2 / L2 carbon steel

The 1.2235 / 80CrV2 or AISI L2 is a carbon steel.

Properties

• Suitable steel for forging damascus (forge welding).
  Etches grey in damascus patterns
• Very high sharpness
• Robust (even under shock load)

Chemical composition

C: 0,80% | Cr: 0,50% | Mn: 0,50% | Si: 0,30% | V: 0,15%

Our "1.2235 / 80CrV2" heat treatment recommendation:
Hardening:

• Hardening temperature: 800°C - 830°C
• Quenching medium: oil
• Cryo treatment: optional, minor benefit possible
• Tempering: 160°C - 200°C
• Achievable hardness: 59 - 61 HRC

Finish
Laser cut, rolled & annealed
3,2x130x525mm - forged, rolled & annealed
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