LC 200 N

LC 200 N is a stainless nitrogen-alloyed chromium steel.

Properties

• Nitrogen-alloyed (forms nitrides, not just carbides)
• Very high toughness
• Very high corrosion resistance
• Thin blade geometries possible
• Very high sharpness
• Good wear resistance
• Very fine microstructure
• Good polishability & machinability

Recommended applications

• Japanese chef’s knives
• European chef’s knives
• Hunting knives
• Outdoor, survival & bushcraft knives
• Fishing knives
• Folding knives

Chemical composition

C: 0,30% | Cr: 15,0% | Mo: 1,0% | Mn: 0,4% | N: 0,4% | Ni: 0,4%

Our "LC 200 N" heat treatment recommendation:
Hardening:

• Oxidation protection required
• Hardening temperature: 1000°C - 1050°C
• Quenching medium: air or gas
• Cryogenic treatment: -50°C or colder
• Tempering: 160°C - 200°C or 475°C - 520°C
• Achievable hardness: 58 - 61 HRC

Annealing: 800°C - 850°C
Forging: 1000°C - 1220°C

Finish
Waterjet cut, rolled & annealed