Uddeholm Vanadis 4 Extra SuperClean
Uddeholm Vanadis 4 Extra SuperClean is a highly versatile powder metallurgy (PM) tool steel known for its exceptional combination of high wear resistance, excellent ductility, and strong resistance to edge chipping. It offers outstanding machinability in both soft and hardened states, making it ideal for efficient tool production and maintenance. With high compressive strength and a reliable performance profile, it stands out as the PM grade with the best standard stock program. Additionally, it is available in powder form for Electron Beam Melting (EBM) technology, maintaining the same chemical composition as the original PM material.
Product Features
- Highest ductility of all the PM grades
- High hardness, 58-64 HRC
- Good wear resistance
- Excellent soft and hard machinability
- Good dimensional stability
- Good temper back resistance
Applications:
- Additive Manufacturing
- Blanking and forming
- General cold work applications
- Electron Beam Melting
- Fine blanking
- Food Processing
- Hand knives
- Laser Metal Deposition
- Powder Compacting
Technical Data
Chemical Analysis
| C | Si | Mn | Cr | Mo | V |
| 1.40 | 0.40 | 0.40 | 4.70 | 3.50 | 3.70 |
Downloads
- Uddeholm Vanadis 4 Extra SuperClean – Technical brochure
- Uddeholm Vanadis 4 Extra SuperClean – Welding recommendations
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