CPM MagnaCut was specially developed for a balanced combination of toughness, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance. This powder metallurgical steel combines an unusually high toughness for stainless knives with high cutting performance.
Three key characteristics of the steel: edge retention, corrosion resistance, and sharpenability
Edge Retention: high
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MagnaCut offers high wear resistance and thus good edge life, without sacrificing the toughness that was important for the development of the steel.
Corrosion Resistance: very high
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The alloy was developed so that no chromium carbides form in the hardened structure. This means a larger proportion of chromium is available for corrosion resistance.
Sharpenability: good
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Despite its high wear resistance, MagnaCut is relatively easy to sharpen.
Areas of Application
Outdoor Knives: The combination of toughness, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance makes MagnaCut particularly versatile for outdoor knives.
EDC and Pocket Knives: MagnaCut combines high cutting performance with very high corrosion resistance.
Hunting: The combination of corrosion resistance, toughness, and wear resistance is suitable for demanding cutting tasks.
Humid Environments: The very high corrosion resistance makes MagnaCut interesting for applications where humidity plays a special role.
Steel Composition
| Element | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 1.15 % |
| Chromium (Cr) | 10.70 % |
| Vanadium (V) | 4.00 % |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 2.00 % |
| Niobium (Nb) | 2.00 % |
| Nitrogen (N) | 0.20 % |
Products with CPM MagnaCut Knife Steel
