CPM 20CV is a high-performance powder metallurgy steel with very high wear resistance and excellent corrosion resistance. It is one of the modern premium steels for high-quality knives.
Three key characteristics of the steel: Edge retention, rust resistance, and sharpenability
Edge retention: very high
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The high vanadium content forms hard vanadium carbides, which ensure very high wear resistance.
Rust resistance: very high
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The high chromium content supports excellent corrosion resistance.
Sharpenability: medium
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Due to its high wear resistance, CPM 20CV requires more effort to resharpen than simpler knife steels.
Areas of application
Premium pocket knives: The combination of high edge retention and rust resistance is suitable for high-quality EDC knives.
Everyday use: The long service life of the blade reduces maintenance efforts for frequent use.
Steel composition
| Element | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | approx. 1.90% |
| Chromium (Cr) | approx. 20% |
| Vanadium (V) | approx. 4.00% |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | approx. 1.00% |
| Tungsten (W) | approx. 0.60% |
Products with CPM 20CV Knife Steel
