Elmax is a powder-metallurgically produced, stainless steel with high wear resistance and corrosion resistance. Uddeholm explicitly names Elmax as a material for hand knives and food applications.
Three key characteristics of the steel: edge retention, rust resistance, and sharpenability
Edge retention: very high
★★★★★
The high wear resistance of Elmax ensures a long edge life.
Rust resistance: high
★★★★☆
Elmax contains 18% chromium and is explicitly classified as corrosion-resistant by the manufacturer.
Sharpenability: medium
★★★☆☆
The high wear resistance results in greater grinding effort compared to less wear-resistant steels.
Areas of application
EDC and pocket knives: The combination of high wear resistance and corrosion resistance makes Elmax interesting for durable cutting edges.
Outdoor knives: The high wear resistance and corrosion resistance allow for versatile use of Elmax.
Kitchen and food knives: Uddeholm explicitly lists hand knives and applications in the food sector as areas of use.
Steel composition
| Element | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 1.70 % |
| Chromium (Cr) | 18.00 % |
| Vanadium (V) | 3.00 % |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 1.00 % |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.80 % |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.30 % |
Products with Elmax Knife Steel
